In Memory of


Jose"Cricket" Angel Gutierrez Jr





DOB: September 25, 1973


DOD: August 10, 2024





Missing you Always





You never said I'm leaving,


you never said Goodbye.


You were gone before we knew it,


and only God knows why.


In life I loved you dearly,


in death I love you still.


In my heart I hold a place,


that only you can fill.


It broke my heart to lose you,


but you did'nt go alone.


A part of me went with you.


the day God took you Home.

Eulogy

Jose (Crickett) Angel Gutierrez, Jr. of San Antonio passed away on Saturday,

August 10, 2024, at his home in San Antonio. He was born on September 25, 1973, in Chicago, Illinois,

to Domitila (Tila) Esperanza Chapa and Jose Angel Gutierrez, Sr.,

but was lovingly raised by Jose (Joe) Antonio Rivera.

Crickett worked as a kitchen manager and delivery driver, where he was known for his dedication and hard work.

He had a deep passion for cooking, often hosting family cookouts, which brought together his loved ones.

Crickett cherished these moments, always enjoying the company of family and friends.

A die-hard Chicago Bulls fan, Crickett eventually came to embrace the San Antonio Spurs, reflecting his love for his adopted city.

His outgoing nature and infectious personality allowed him to make friends wherever he went. Cricket was also a talented rapper and songwriter, performing with the group Kings of Philosophy, where he was known as K2.

Above all, Crickett was a devoted father, grandfather, brother, and uncle.

His love for his family was immense, and he took great pride in his son and two daughters.

With his big heart, joyful spirit, and genuine kindness, Crickett brought happiness to everyone around him.

He was a unique soul who loved deeply and made the world brighter with his laughter and smile.

Preceded in death by

Father Raised by: Jose Antonio Rivera

Father: Jose Angel Gutierrez

Mother Domitila Esperanza Rivera (Chapa)

Grandfather: Angel Gutierrez

Grandmother: Oralia Rangel Gutierrez

Grandfather: Juan Manual Chapa

Grandmother: Esperanza (Jalomo) Chapa

Survived By

Sons: Aubrey Takeshi Howard

Daughters: Elysia Yoshiko Gutierrez, Ilana Teruko Gutierrez

Brother: Juan Jose Rivera, Miguel Antonio Rivera

Sisters: Christina Maria Rios

Grandchildren: Aaliyah Aiko Howard, Isaiah-Tadashi Howard

Nylah-Svae Faith Sumie -Keys, Cassius Ta'Deshi Bernard Keys,

Kaius Ta'keshi Antonio Keys, Teresa Michiko Howard.