Merrimack, New Hampshire
1942 - 2009
MERRIMACK -- Peter R. Cross, 66, died Dec. 5, 2009, at St. Joseph Hospital in Nashua.
He was born in Magog, P.Q., Canada, Dec. 7, 1942, to David and Flora (Powers) Cross. He was raised in Magog until age 10, when he moved with his family to Nashua. He has been a resident of Merrimack for the past 42 years.
He worked for many years in the sales and publishing industries with Grosset and Dunlap publishing companies. He was also co-owner, with his wife Rachel, of Al's Pizza Restaurant in Nashua in the late 1970s.
Mr. Cross enjoyed HAM radio, and was active as a Military Affiliate Radio System (MARS) operator during the Gulf War, assisting troops with communications on a local, national and international level.
He was also an avid model train enthusiast, was an excellent cook, and enjoyed sci-fi movies.
IN HIS LIFE: He had a wonderful sense of humor that always defined him, even during his most difficult times. He will forever be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend.
Peter was predeceased by his father David "Scottie" Cross.
Members of the family include his wife of 45 years, Rachel G. (Martin) Cross of Merrimack, two daughters and their husbands, Pamela and Jeff Cohen of Hooksett, and Deborah and Peter Jordan of Merrimack; five grandchildren, Joey and Matthew Cohen, Makayla and Nicholas Marchand, and Hanna Jordan; a brother and his wife, David and Judy Cross of Scottsville, Ky.; two sisters and their husbands, Martha and Ronald Melon of Dayton, Ohio and Priscilla and Frank Iosch of Washington, as well as several brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews, and his many close friends.
SERVICES: Calling hours will be Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m. at George R. Rivet Funeral Home, 425 Daniel Webster Highway, Merrimack. A Mass of Christian burial will be Friday at 9:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church, 16 Baboosic Lake Road, Merrimack. Burial will be held in Last Rest Cemetery of Merrimack immediately following the services.
For more information, go to www.rivetfuneralhome.com.
Debbie, We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Please know our thoughts are with you all at this time. God Bless!
Marc and Cindy LeClaire
December 12, 2009 | Merrimack, NH
You are all in our prayers during this very difficult time.
Sylvie, Paul and Blayne
Sylvie Pare-Laliberte
December 10, 2009 | Merrimack, NH
From the time I was a boy Uncle Peter showed me how to be a man, through his deep laugh, sharp wit, and mostly by his kindness and ability to fill the room and the hearts it contained with a deep love, warmth and compassion. I will always be nourished by these memories. Aunt Rachel, my heart is with you, the perfect woman for such a man. Pam and Debbie and family, I love you. And Uncle Peter, enjoy watching the spectacle of our politicians with the Big Boss, I'm sure he'll appreciate your...
Keith Mellon
December 10, 2009 | Sandia Park, NM
Dearest Rachel, Pam, Debbie and Family-We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Peter will always be remembered in our hearts. May all the happy memories of a life you cherished help you deal with your sorrow. Just know we are always here for you and you are all in our prayers.
Dawn & Bob Wallace
December 09, 2009 | Merrimack, NH
Dear Aunt Rachel, Pam, and Debbie,
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. I've always thought of my dear Uncle Peter as such a kind and thoughtful person. I regret the distance and years that have limited our visits but I will always trasure so many fond memories from my childhood. I know that God will give you strength and comfort during this time. Uncle Peter is finally free from pain as God welcomes into His kingdom.
With our love and sympathy,
Sheila and Ralph Perry
Sheila Perry
December 09, 2009 | Madera, CA
Dear Aunt Rachel, Pam, and Debbie
My deepest sympathy and love to all of you. You are in our thoughts and prayers. The heavens have received one of the kindest men I have known and I feel in my heart that Uncle Peter has all of the angels laughing. We will celebrate his life and both laugh and cry, but we will mostly smile as I know that he is and would want.
Love
Joe, Molly, Lauren, Kate, and Grant
Joe and Molly Mellon
December 09, 2009 | Brookville, OH
Debbie, sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Our deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Sandy and Joe LaCroix
December 09, 2009 | Nashua, NH
To Peter's Family - My deepest sympathy to all he leaves behind. Peter was a classmate I always admired as he was sincere, kind and someone I called a friend. Peter is now enveloped in God's hands and will forever be at peace where pain is nonexistent. I will hold Peter in my thoughts and prayers. Blessings, Zoe (Stylianos) Onsruth
Zoe Onsruth
December 09, 2009 | Merrimack, NH
Dear Rachel, Pam, & Debbie:
So sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers. May wonderful memories of Peter soon bring you comfort and warm your hearts.
During the few occasions Jim & I were in Peter’s company, we always came away smiling over his wondrous sense of humor. It did, truly, define him.
Your sorrow is ours.
Love
Bernice & Jim
Bernice & Jim Kravitz
December 09, 2009 | Hooksett, NH
