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Brian W. Cross

Hooksett, New Hampshire

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Brian W. Cross

Hooksett, NH — Hooksett- Brian W. Cross, age 78, of Hooksett Road, passed away after a sudden illness on October 13, 2021 at Concord Hospital.

He was born in Concord, NH the son of the late Brendon and Eleanor (Marshall) Cross. He was a graduate of Penacook High School Class of 1960, and a graduate of NH College and received his MBA and MHA degrees from UNH.

Brian worked for Grand Union Grocery as a manager for 7 years, then went on to work at NH Auto Dealers Association, starting as a clerk and ending his 17 year career as President. He worked for McKerley's as Vice President of Benefits for 6 years. He then worked at Easterseals NH, first as a Director, and then became Vice President of Residential Services for Children. He remained there for 15 years, until his retirement. Brian enjoyed volunteering his time at Christ the King Food Pantry. He belonged to the Bow Rotary, and was past president of the NH Lions Club. He helped to set up sports league in Bow, and coached basketball, soccer, softball and baseball. He enjoyed skiing, golfing, fishing, and spending time with his beloved dog, Dixie.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his first wife, Marie (Addario) Cross; and his brother David Goodwin.

He is survived by his wife Peg (Lins) Cross of Hooksett; a son, Erich Cross and his wife Katrina of Hampstead; a daughter Becky Ketchum and her husband Jeremy of Northfield; 5 grandchildren, Matthew Cross, Meghan Cross, Erin O'Neil, Emily O'Neil, and Brendan O'Neil; one great grandson, Kien Woiculevicz; and his brother and sister-in-law Barry and Linda Cross, of Virginia.

Memorial visiting hours will be held on Tuesday (10/19) from 5 to 7 PM at the Waters Funeral Home, 50 South Main Street, Concord.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday (10/20) at 10 AM, at Christ the King Parish, 72 South Main Street, Concord, NH.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made in his memory to the Special Olympics at support.specialolympics.org or the Christ the King Food Pantry, 72 South Main Street, Concord, NH 03301.

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To Eric&Becky: Our sincere condolences... I think of uz often... many good memories of Brian, and Rie-rie.

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Brian and I go back a long way, and may he rest in peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family who knows that many loved Brian.

Our loving thoughts and prayer go out to Brian's family. Bryan and I have many wonderful memories made through out the years with Brian and Marie. Becky and Erich our hearts go out to you and your families knowing the loss that you feel. Brian loved you all so very much he was all about family. God be good to him. Peg he was so proud to introduce you to us. It was a gift that you came into his life. He will be missed. Love, Patrice and Bryan Couture-White

Brian was a great guy to work with. Smart, funny and he was very concerned about others. Seems like yesterday when we worked with the Mckerley family. My condolences to his children, grandchildren and extended family.

My prayers to Brian´s family. I´ll miss his conversations at the barbershop. Very nice guy. RIP

Becky & Erich, I am so sorry for your loss of your Dad. He was a good man with a very generous heart. Intelligent, hard working and had a passion for any project he took on. I always loved to hear his stories, and we have so many memories of our families growing up together. He was always so proud of you both and would light up when he spoke of you, which such pride in his voice. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. God bless. Ann, Tom, Katherine and Meghan O´Brien

I met Brian when he was the Vice President of Residential Services at Zachary Road Easter Seals Facility. Brian was typically the first administrator on site in the morning and the last to go home at night. He could usually be found in the cafeteria in the morning wiping down tables and sweeping the floor, getting it ready for the kids to come in and have breakfast. He would greet the kids and make sure they all got what they wanted when they started their day. It was not uncommon to...

Becky & Erich, My thought and prayers are with you at the loss of your dad.

Offering our deepest condolences at this difficult time.