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1936
DIED
2006
Bobby Cross Obituary
Funeral: 10 a.m. Monday in Emerald Hills Memorial Chapel of Kennedale with the Rev. Gaylon Henry officiating. Burial: Emerald Hills Memorial Park. Visitation: 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.
Memorials: In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to South Park Baptist Church's Building Fund, 7201 Crowley Road, Fort Worth, Texas 76134.
The Rev. Bobby M. Cross Sr. was born to the late Albert Burton and Lillie Bell Noah Cross on Dec. 6, 1936. He was a lifelong resident of Fort Worth. He married Jackie Marie Robertson on Aug. 20, 1954. He was a man of great integrity and faith, retiring as a minister of Edgewood Place Baptist Church, formerly known as Lakeview Baptist Church, after many years of service.
Bobby had a love of God, family and people, which showed in his daily life. It can be said that he truly was a family man. He made time to spend with his children at their sporting events and camping, to name a few activities they enjoyed together. Bobby worked as a roofer for 45 years at Max Eubanks Roofing. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Bobby was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, a sister and grandchild, Shawnda Kay Horton.
The family would like to express special thanks to Harris Continued Care and Huguley Hospice Center.
Survivors: Wife of 52 years, Jackie Cross; children and their spouses, Debra and Skip Breaud of Joshua, Morris and Shirley Cross of Gainesville, Tommy Cross of Rendon, Kathy and Ted McElvain of Mansfield David and Christina Cross of Elk Grove, Calif.; 19 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; brother, Charles Cross and wife, Jan; sisters, Louise Richardson and Dorothy Saunders; sisters-in-law, Annette Cross, Dannie Cross, Margie Baxter, Oma Siddall, Vida Robertson, Lillie Richeson, Wilma Stafford and Jodie Robertson; brothers-in-law, Melvin Robertson, Sonny Stafford and Doyle Richeson; numerous nieces and nephews; and a host of other relatives and friends.
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Memories and Condolences
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Melissa Cross
December 11, 2006
I miss you Papa
I know you are looking down at us and watching over us. I wish you were still here but I know you are in a better place now. I love you so much and I know you will never leave our side.
Love you always and forever
Carl, Corey, Carter and Caroline Baxter
November 15, 2006
Dear Jackie and Family -
We were so sad to read of Bobby's death, and how sorry we are that we missed the service. What a wonderful man, husband, father, grandfather, uncle, friend, etc. He was such a kind and compassionate man. He will be missed by many. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers, and that we love you all very much. Miss you all.
Debra Hodges-Allen
November 13, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Shari (Wynn) McWilliams
November 13, 2006
Dear Cross Family -
I am very sorry for your loss. You're never alone during these difficult days. May you soon be at peace knowing that Mr. Cross is in a joyful celebration with the Lord. My father passed away in 2001 at age 80, my mother (84) suffered a massive stroke in 2005 & resides in a Nursing home & my husband (48) of 22 years was killed in a tragic, freak farming accident at our cattle ranch on Oct. 14, 2006. I know the heartache and pain and loss you are suffering. I say my prayers daily and will include your family in mine. I will ask for God to strengthen and support us all.
If my memory holds true, you lived in the Rolling Hills/GlenCrest area of Fort Worth back in the 1960's. I went to Glen Crest Elementary School with David.
Mike Vaughan
November 12, 2006
Dear Jackie and family: I am sorry I will be unable to attend services for Uncle Bobby. I have many fond memories of Bobby growing up, especially the football games in the back yard at Mama Cross's when I was a youngster. Though I didn't see Bobby all that often in my adult years, it was always a pleasure to see him and laugh and catch up on the past. One thing I especially remember about Bobby was his generosity and kindness. He was truly a Christian who practiced what he preached. Please express my condolences to all of your family. Bobby will be greatly missed. All my love.
Stephen Forester
November 11, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Cross family. Our church family and folks around the country are lifting up prayers for your peace and comfort. God bless each one of you.
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