Robert (Bobby) Cruz Lara unexpectedly passed away on October 6, 2018 in Santa Maria Ca. at the age of 68.

Robert is survived by His Daughter Danielle Lara and Son Rand Lara, Mother of His Children Susan Lara, His Brothers Jack, Danny, PJ (Juan), and Michael Lara, His Sister Pauline (Teo) Cabrera, His Grandchildren Celeste, Cerenity, Celainiah & Cash Lara, and numerous Nieces and Nephews.

He is reunited in heaven with His Daughter Crystal Jude Lara, Parents Pilar and Esther Lara, Sister Judy Reitmeier and Nephew Jesse Lara of Lompoc Ca.

Robert was born on April 20th, 1950, in Lompoc, Ca to Parents Pilar and Esther Lara.  Where he lived out his days, until his passing.

Robert was accomplished at Woodworking and passionate about educating special needs students. He had a stroke that left him disabled later in life, people would frequently see him driving around town on his little red scooter, sometimes with his furry best friend Tanto by his side or taking a donut to his great niece and nephew. He will be greatly miss by all who loved him.

A Graveside service will be held Friday, October 19, 2018, 10 am at Lompoc Evergreen Cemetery.