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Dale CROSS Obituary

CROSS, Dale Robert 5/19/1950 – 11/3/2017 Dale passed away on November 3, 2017 with his family by his side after years of battling cancer. Dale was born May 19, 1950 in Toledo, Ohio to Irene and Harold Cross. Dale is preceded in death by his father, Harold and brother, Lloyd. Dale is survived by his wife, Deborah Cross; mother, Irene; sister, Marilyn and brothers, Gary and Earl. He is also survived by his sisters-in-law, Melissa and Kim and brother-in-law, Mike, along with many nieces, nephews and Godchildren. Dale spent six years in the US Navy as a Naval Surface Warfare Officer. Upon returning to civilian life Dale entered the University of Arizona where he earned a Masters in Entomology and PhD in Plant Pathology. Dale worked on exhibits for Disney World in the Epcot Center and at the Biosphere in Tucson. Later he took to doing what he loved the most, Financial Planning. Dale touched many people's lives in his 67 years of life with his positive outlook on everything. He will be missed by all.  Aloha, Dale.  In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Banner Cancer Center: https://www.bannerhealth.com/ways-to-give/foundations/banner-health-foundation. Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, November 16, 2017, 3:00 p.m. at Christian Faith Fellowship Church, 1900 North Country Club, Tucson. Arrangements by ANGEL VALLEY FUNERAL HOME.
Published by Arizona Daily Star on Nov. 14, 2017.

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Wayne Holt

November 20, 2017

Dale was one of those people who you never seem to forget. His light shone early in life and just grew from there. He will be remembered by all those whose life he touched.

Ted Hallock

November 19, 2017

Dale is a Sam Rayburn High School classmate that I remember fondly. Dale served his country with honor. Rest in Peace Dale.

John Carroll Hennis

November 19, 2017

Rest in peace, Dale, and special prayers to all of your extended family and friends.

James Hopper

November 17, 2017

Although our views were different Dale. Always enjoyed our long talks. When we were in town. RIP . My friend

Pamela CONN-Hyde

November 17, 2017

Such sad news that my wonderful Cousin Dale is gone. His death leaves a heartache that will never heal. His LOVE and special moments in his life will remain in all of our hearts ...and no one can every take those memories away.
Dale will forever be in our Hearts and forever in our lives.
Hugs to Debbie all his family members for his loss.

Melissa Goldstein

November 15, 2017

I will miss you my brother-in-law, my friend. Watching Harry Potter marathons will not be the same without you. I know you are in heaven watching over us. You will be and are missed everyday.
Love you
Melissa

November 14, 2017

Dale will be missed by many friends.
May God bless you and your family. Our love goes with you. Thank you for being
our friend. Dee Rickgauer

John Watson

November 14, 2017

My brother in Christ, my encourager, my prayer support, and my friend. Will continue to pray for you Deb.
With Love in Christ.

S.H

November 14, 2017

My heart goes out to you for your deep loss you must be feeling for your beloved Dale. So sad to lose someone so loved and needed. May you find comfort in prayer and in one another. - (Jeremiah 29:12,13)

John Marques

November 14, 2017

Dear Debbie, I was saddened to learn of Dale's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
John

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