Andrew Cross

I served with SGT Cross as the senior medic with A co 1/120th. Today is the 10 of march 2010 and I just today ,found out about are loss. When he passed I was on my second tour in Iraq. I don’t know what to say .I’m shocked to hear. My God bless his family and God Bless SGT Andrew Cross.

REMEMBER ME
To the living, I am gone.
To the sorrowful, I will never return.
To the angry, I was cheated.
But to the happy, I am at peace,
and to the faithful I have never left.
I cannot be seen, but I can be heard.
So as you stand upon a shore,
gazing at a beautful ocean---remember me.
As you look in awe at a mighty forest and its majesty---remember me.
As you look upon a flower and admire its simplicity---remember me..
Remember me in your heart, your thoughts, and memories of the times we loved, the times we cried, the times we fought, the times we laughed.
For if you always thhink of me, I will never be gone.
(unknown)
I AM WITH YOU STILL
I give you this one thought to keep
I am with you still--do not weep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn's rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush,
I am the swift uplifting rush,
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not think of me as gone--I am with you still--in each new dawn.
So do not mourn for me so long,
because My spirit lives forever within your hearts.
(unknown)

Bo you will be missed.He was a great guy. I went to high school with Bo at Jville and he alway knew what to say to make someone smile To the cross family, im sorry for your loss and i will keep you all in your prayers. Remember he may be gone, but Bo will never be forgotten

To the Cross Family,
I'm sorry for your loss. I just wanted to share a memory that I have of Andrew and myself. I have always loved playing baseball with the guys and being the only girl on the team, but I will never forget when Andrew said that he loved me behind the plate and he had never met a girl that was not scared to take a guy out. Mr and Mrs Cross I hope that the Lord is with you and comforting you in this time of need. May he keep you and may his love make the days to come easier.
God Bless,

It is so true that people in our lives leave huge impressions on us. Your loving family has done that for me. Your Dad will hold a place in my heart forever and my heart bleeds for him with this loss. Andrew, you always were so sweet. You will be missed...

"Some people come into our lives and leave footprints on our hearts and we are never ever the same."
-- FLAVIA WEEDN

my prayers and thoughts to you all.

Godbless,
Ashley Arthur

Andrew,
I miss you already. I hated everytime you left and I'm so sad that this is the final goodbye that we have to say. My heart is broken. I will always have you in my thoughts and can only hope and pray that all 4 of my sons grow up remembering the morals that you held so dearly. I love you so so much.
Your in good company. Send my love to my dad.

To the Cross family. I am sorry for your loss I served in Iraq and in the 120th with Andrew.
Your son's heart was a heart of gold there are no words I can say that has not already been said. Just know that now him and Dan are back together along with Capt Cash.
Just know now that god has a new angle by his said.
Once again I am so sorry about your loss.
Sgt Lynn Sorensen

My prayers and thoughts are with the Cross family at this time! Mr. Cross- I want to thank you for allowing me the time with Andrew while we were in high school. If it wasn't for you and your many weekend trips to Swansboro, I would have never been so blessed to have Andrew in my life. He was a great friend, loyal and strong. We remained friends throughout life and I couldn't be more thankful! He was an amazing guy and has touched many lives! I will miss you and always love you Andrew!

I remember Bo as "The Wall" when Bo and my son Adam Thompson played soccer together on challenge team in jacksonville.Due to he was a solid stocky built young man and even though he didn't let you get by him, he always kept his head in game and polite to others,he had great humor and a joy to be around.So take comfort in you raised a great guy and now God has him and you have a great Guardian Angel looking over you all.Lots of prayers going out for you.

I went through Basic training, AIT and school in Greenville with Bo. We served together in different companies during O.I.F 2. Andrew was a great friend and great soldier who loved his family more than anything. The one thing that sticks out is him always talking about them. My prayers go out to you and your family. Love you and will always miss you brother!

I will remember Andrew forever. He was a guy that not only fulfilled his duty to country, but always fulfilled his duty to his family and friends. I feel lucky to have had Andrew in my life. I will miss him.

I went to high school with Andrew. Then recently our paths crossed again through the Desen's family. Andrew was an all around great person. I am sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

I went to school with Andrew, but you guys knew me from a long time ago playing baseball...Trophy Case...I was the only little girl with red hair...I am sorry for your loss...I didnt really talk to him as much at school...but i see he had alot to live for..you and your family will be in my prayers...

I am sorry for your loss. Bo has been a GREAT friend and person for as long as I can remember. He will be sorely missed. My prayers are with you Cross family.

My husband Artie and Andrew along with Dan,Tink,Randle,Nick and Chris all served in the National Guard together. They went to Irag together. In just about every picture we have they are all together. I have never seen a friendship like theirs. They have been through alot together. I beleive they are more brothers than just friends.No matter how much distance is between them they will always be the 7. Andrew will be greatly missed and the rest of the 7 will keep his memory alive. Rest in Peace Brother.

I just wanted to thank the Cross family for sharing Andrew with us. Although he was only with us a short time. His impact was great. His caring heart and sense of dignity and respect for others highly reflects the love and support of his family. Hes a good man. He will always remain part of our family.

Just an all around nice, funny, standup friend. You will definitely be missed. God bless

Mr. and Mrs. Cross, i met Andrew a few years ago working at Furniture Fair and became friends with Chris, Danny, Andrew and Jeremy. The wharehouse gang!!! I became good friends with must of them. Recently i saw Andrew at work and he was telling me about his place burning down and i felt so bad for him but told him things could be worse. Then Chris calls me and tells me about this and my heart dropped. It's a tragic lost to your family and friends. Like Danny things just won't be the same with out him. My family wishes your famil your our deepest condolences and may god help you through your lost. As for you Andrew, we'll see each other again some day my friend. You'll be missed...

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, LeeAnne McGirt, Maysville Elementary School

I will never forget the impact Andrew had on my life as well as others. Andrew taught me how to be a great friend by example.

Thank you Andrew for always reminding me of your friendship and loyalty. We experienced life together and I am the luckiest person in the world for that.

My deepest sympathies to you all. Andrew and I met at JHS and our paths have crossed many times in the years that have followed. He was a wonderful friend and I will always cherish my memories of him. God bless you all and heal your hearts.

Lindsay

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you during your time of loss. We loved Andrew very much and he will be in our hearts forever. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
We miss you Bo!
~Emily Falcon

Dan, Diane, & Family:
We would like to express our deepest sympathy to you all. We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your son. Please know that you all are in our prayers. We well remember your family from the days of First Baptist when it was located on Anne Street, and years later our daughter, Jordan, was at Jacksonville High with Michelle and Jeremy. God bless and keep you in His tender care.

Alan, Donna, Allison, Ashley, Jordan, & Emily Pace

The best friend a friend could ever ask for. You touched my life in so many ways. I will never forget the things you did for me. Love you always brother.

Thoughts and Prayers are with the Family during this time of Bereavement. Bo and my son, 'T' played soccer together for a while and developed a lasting friendship. We will continue to keep the Family lifted in prayer. We are here for you all! We love you and may God bless you always,

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
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