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William Cross Obituary
He was born in Bristol Virginia on July 18, 1956. He was employed by Columbus McKinnon Corp. and was of the Baptist faith.
He was preceded in death by his father, Mancer Zillion Cross, and a nephew, Franklin E. Bush.
He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, son and brother. He loved golfing, hunting and farming. Bugger will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Survivors include his wife, Connie Renee Cross of Bristol Virginia; one son and daughter-in-law, Jason Noah Cross and wife Rachel Dee of Bristol Virginia; one special granddaughter, Cora Ann Cross of Bristol Virginia; his mother, Emma Joanna Cross of Bristol Virginia; one brother, Jerry Mancer Cross of Bristol Virginia; two sisters, Sharon Shelton and husband Darrel of Yuma, Va., and Gail Ligon and husband Jim of Cookeville, Tenn.; one niece; and four nephews.
Funeral services for William Noah "Bugger" Cross will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 20, 2007, in the Frost Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Stephen Richardson officiating. Burial will follow in the Mountain View Cemetery, Bristol Virginia.
Active pallbearers will be Harold "Glenn" Greenwell, Paul Hayes, Ron Smith, Thomas Woody, Neil Mullins and Richard Godsey. Honorary pallbearers will be Darrel Shelton, Jim Ligon, Junior Blevins, Russ Johnson, Luke Booher, Eric Blevins, Phillip Hagler and all of Bugger's co-workers at Columbus McKinnon Corp.
The family will receive friends at the Frost Funeral Home from 6-8 p.m. Friday. The family will be at the residence of Emma Joanna Cross, 15381 Skyland Ave., Bristol, Va., where friends may call or stop by at any time.
Flowers will be accepted or those who wish may make memorial contributions to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 5216, Glen Allen, VA 23058. Online condolences may be submitted to the family at www.frostfuneralhome.com.
Frost Funeral Home, 250 E. Main St., Abingdon, is serving the family of Mr. William Noah "Bugger" Cross.
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sharon johnson
February 2, 2007
Dear Connie and Jaybird,
Sorry to hear of Buggers passing.Just spoke to him about a month ago at the country store.It's been along time since we used to run around together and all the fun times we had.If you need anything just let me know.Sorry could not attend services but due to my health problems unable to attend.
friends from long ago but never forgotten
Jack,Sharon,Michael Johnson
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Tony Fitton
January 24, 2007
I am so so sorry to hear about my good friend Bill passing away. He made me smile more than anyone I know. I played golf with him most weeks and will always remember the twinkle in his eye as he called me an Irishman - knowing full well that I am English! I know that I will miss him and wish he was still here. I send my warm regards to all his family and will say a prayer for you all. God Bless you Bill.
Tony Ashe
January 22, 2007
I was saddened to hear of Bugger's passing last week. I last saw Bugger and Jason about 7 years ago at Sugar Hollow softball fields after they had played a game. Bugger was a friend to everyone that He encountered and He will be missed. My sincere condolences to the Cross family.
Debbie Miller
January 22, 2007
Connie & Jaybird,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Though I haven't seen you in more than a decade, I have fond memories of Buggar at the Ballfield and Wallace when I was a kid. He will be greatly missed.
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Doris SHUMAN
January 22, 2007
I am so very sorry to hear about William. We went to Wallace Elementary and then to Battle together and graduated the same year. I liked him and he was a great guy. If I can do anything for you let me know.
BOBBY HARMOIN
January 21, 2007
Connie, i was saddened to hear about Bugger. I pray that your sadness will be overjoyed knowing that he is now with his Lord and Savior. We had many good times together and I missed the oppoprtunity to enjoy our golden years together playing golf, or cycling.... Bobby Harmon
Keith Dye
January 21, 2007
I am so sorry to hear about bugger, He was a great freind. We had alot of good times growing up together.I have not seen bugger for along time, I am sorry for that. I miss seeing all my freinds that i grew up with. I now live in california and do not get to come home as much as i would like,but I always think about the great times I had growing up with all of you.
Ruth (Leonard) Jordan
January 20, 2007
Wes and I were deeply saddened to hear of your loss. We remember Bugger at the ball field and how kind he was in coaching the boys. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Wes Leonard
January 20, 2007
To Connie and Jay Bird,
I am so sorry to here of your all's loss. Bugger was A great man. Some of my best memories as a kid playing baseball will always have him in them. You both are in my thoughts and prayers
Martha Lester
January 20, 2007
I went to high school with Bugger, and he was a character, and a good guy. I know he'll be greatly missed. To the family, my sincere condolences.
Linda (Harris) & Al Wahlberg
January 19, 2007
Joanna,Gail,Sharon,Tippy & other family members, I was surprised to read of Bugger's passing. I remember him as a little boy playing around the neigborhood of Hilanders Park. My heart goes out to you all at this sad time. May God bless and bring you comfort now and in the days ahead.
David Kendall
January 19, 2007
Bill, I knew you all too short a time. But you made our foursome perfect.
Teresa Howden
January 19, 2007
Dear Connie and family,
I am so sorry to hear about Bugger;he was a great guy! I have many good memories from school and also growing up in the neighborhood with him.I know that this is a difficult time for all of you; our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
Take care,
Teresa E. Venable Howden
TARA HUNT
January 19, 2007
JASON,
WE ARE VERY SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR LOSS, YOU AND YOUR FAMILY WILL BE IN OUR THOUGHT AND PRAYERS
TARA HUNT & BRAD LEONARD
Donna Thomas-Ostermeyer
January 19, 2007
Sorry life is being so trying for you at this time.Haven't seen you in a long time but hope you know I'm thinking of you.
Steve Eades
January 19, 2007
Connie and family,
Sorry to hear about your loss. I have a lot of good memories growing up with Bugger. I know he will be greatly missed.
Adam Moore
January 19, 2007
Bugger was a fine man, and had a wonderful sense of humor. He will be greatly missed by all.
With Deepest Sympathy,
The Moore Family
Libby Fields
January 19, 2007
Jason & Family,
We were so sorry to hear about your Dad. If you need anything please let us know.
Libby, David, Rusty & Travis Fields
Nerissa Brooks
January 19, 2007
Connie,
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.(I use to work with you in the shop.)
THE CAMPER FAMILY
January 18, 2007
Connie and Family
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.If there is anything we can do give us a call.
Angie Price
January 18, 2007
Connie, Jason & family,
Please accept our deepest condolences in the loss of your husband, father & grandfater. I hope you can find peace in the fond thoughts and memories of Bill and the joy and smiles he brought to the people he came in contact with. He will be greatly missed by many people. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Most Sincerely, Angie Price
Jackie Whittaker
January 18, 2007
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.
Penny Bishop
January 18, 2007
Connie I'm so sorry for your lost.
If you need anything please let me
know.
Karla Worley
January 18, 2007
Connie, Jaybird, and Family,
I am so saddened to hear of your loss. I know that right now is a very difficult time for all of you. Please give Mrs. Cross a great big hug from me and know that I am thinking of you. Let us know if you need anything.
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