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Rudy Cantu

Death by Force
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Rudolph "Rudy" Cantu Jr., a 43-year-old man from Victoria, Texas, passed away on October 11, 2022. Rudy was known for his love of landscaping, volunteering at Christ Kitchen, and his outgoing personality with a contagious laugh. He was a proud grandfather and a huge Dallas Cowboys fan. Rudy is survived by his wife, Angela Pena, and his children, Damian Rodriguez, Rudy Cantu III, Nehemiah Cantu, Jacob Rangel, and Haley Rangel, as well as his stepchildren, Andrea Brannan and Amanda Pena, and his s ...Read More
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  • Crossroads Today: UPDATE: Authorities take 2 suspects, including 1 juvenile, into custody for the murder of Rudy Cantu - Crossroads Today
  • Crossroads Today: 43-year-old man dies from fatal gunshot wound - Crossroads Today
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    Victim Details

    Rudy Cantu

    Male

    Victoria

    TX

    2022-10-11

    43

    Rudy

    Cantu

    11/20/2025

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