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Jeff Cross Obituary
Services will be at 1 p.m. at Blue Funeral Home in Marion with the Rev. Darrell Ford officiating. Military rites will be conducted on-site with VFW Post 1301, American Legion Post 147 and National Guard performing the ceremony. Burial will be in Robinson Cemetery in Ozark. Visitation will be from noon to 1 p.m. Friday, May 6, at the funeral home.
Jeff was born Jan. 5, 1970, in Harrisburg to Ned and Betty (Harrell) Cross.
Survivors include his mother, Betty of Marion; brother, Doug Cross of Ozark; sister, Cheryl and Tom Gulley of Simpson; several aunts and uncles; several nieces and nephews and several cousins.
Jeff was preceded in death by his father, Ned; paternal grandparents, John and Mayme Cross; maternal grandparents, Georgia Ann O'Neal and William Daniel Harrell.
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Sandy (Lingle) Spraggs
May 7, 2011
My prayers are with Jeff's family. I haven't known Jeff since high school but I was told tonight of his death. I am shocked and very sad. I remember Jeff as very kind, handsome, funny and an all around pleasure to know. I'm sure it is a devastating loss to all who know & love him. I personally feel the loss and am very sad.
Mr. and Mrs. Eric Whittington
May 6, 2011
We are shocked and saddened by the untimely passing of such a wonderful person. Jeff had a great sense of humor and we are thankful to have known him. Our deepest sympathies go out to his family during this difficult time. You are in our prayers.
Kerry Drew
May 6, 2011
You were a great guy, and will be missed by all. From one old-Marine to another. "If the Army and the Navy ever look on heavens scenes,they will find the streets are guarded by United Stated Marines"
Paul Spain
May 5, 2011
R.I.P. You will be missed,
I'm sure you and my dad are up in the wild blue yonder talking each others leg off about Harley's now.
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Wayne Dunn
May 5, 2011
I always remember Jeff as being a very kind,gentle young person. He always had a ready smile, and a very good sense of humor. He was a wonderful young person to have worked with while he was a student at Vienna High School.
Scott and Dawnette McCree
May 5, 2011
Betty, Doug, and Cheryl we are so sorry for your sudden loss and are keeping you in our prayers. Jeff will be dearly missed and fondly remembered!
Brenda and Terry Mullins
May 5, 2011
Cheryl and Doug: We are so sorry for your loss. I remenber Jeff as a boy going to school with my sons. I know you love him and will miss him greatly.We are here for you anytime you need us or for anything you need.Love Brenda and Terry Mullins
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thank you for being in our lives as long as you could. You were an amazing best man at our wedding. We love you jeff and will never forget the amazing man you were.
Dennis Craig
May 5, 2011
We are sorry for your loss. you are in our thoughts and prayers.Dennis and Kathy Craig
Lisa Avery
May 5, 2011
A family with breaking hearts,
eyes that are full of tears,
The heaviness of a horrible loss,
after 41 wonderful years.
Although I'd never met him,
when I read the news, I cried.
He received military rites,
and my tears expressed my pride.
He defended me and my children,
although he knew us not;
He did his part to keep us safe, and
did so without a thought.
I cannot offer words of wisdom, but my
tears run red, white and blue;
So please take the hole that's now in your heart,
and fill it with my gratitude.
Let God and pride bring you comfort,
so when again you see,
this son, brother, friend, SOLDIER,
You can tell him THANK YOU for me.
My thoughts and prayers are with your family, and I'm so very sorry for your loss.
Marylou Turner-Wheaton
May 5, 2011
Jeff, you will be greatly missed by all that knew you. My prayers go out to your family, and all of our friends. I'm sure you are in heaven with your leather jacket, and tight pants on, smiling down at us. Love you, and miss you friend.
Gary Conley
May 5, 2011
so very sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with the family. Gary and Dixie Conley
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