Jaime "Jdog" Cruz Jimenez's Obituary
Jaime "Jdog" Jimenez, born on September 30, 1973, in Tucson, Arizona, passed away on January 4, 2026, in his hometown of Tucson. He was 52 years old.
Jaime’s life was deeply rooted in the city where he was born and raised. Over the years, he built a legacy of love and connection that will continue to resonate with those who knew him. Known affectionately as "Jdog," Jaime touched many lives with his presence.
He is lovingly remembered by his daughter, Tiana Jimenez; his son, Daunte Jimenez; and his grandchildren, Luciano and Xiomara. Jaime’s role as a father and grandfather brought great meaning to his life, and his memory will live on through them.
He is also remembered by his father, Elton Tillman, his brothers Michael and Juan, his sisters Maria, Angelica, Alicia, Salina and Clydell; His Tia Elena and Tio Beto, nieces, nephews, cousins, and many childhood friends.
Jaime now joins his mother, Connie Jimenez; his grandmothers, Eleanor Jimenez and Clydell Tatum; his granddaughter, Giovanna; his sisters, Maxine Fraijo, Christina Duarte; and his brother, Alfred Tillman; his Tias Gloria and Rosie Jimenez and cousin Faima Romero.
A Rosary will be held on January 16, 2026, at 09:00 AM at Santa Rosa Mission, 2015 N Calle Central. With a Holy Mass at 10:00 am. A Burial will be held on January 16, 2026, at 11:45 AM at Evergreen Cemetery, 3015 N. Oracle Rd
His family shares this message: “We love you and will forever miss you.”
May his memory bring comfort to those who knew him.
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