Frank Lee Cross, Jr.
January 14, 1921 - July 26, 2015
Fort Valley, GA- Frank Lee Cross, Jr., 94, died Sunday, July 26, 2015. Graveside services with military honors will be held at 11:00AM on Saturday, August 1, 2015, at Oaklawn Cemetery, 720 S. Camellia Blvd. in Fort Valley, with Rev. Susan Alley officiating. Family will greet friends from 6:00PM to 8:00PM on Friday, July 31, 2015, at Rooks Funeral Home, 213 West Church Street in Fort Valley.
Born in Paris, Texas, to the late Frank Lee Cross, Sr. and Rose Lydia Nation Cross. Mr. Cross served in the United States Army Air Corp. He flew 250 missions during WWII and the Korean War. He worked at Blue Bird Body Company for 10 years and retired from Heileman Brewing Company. Mr. Cross loved flying and instructed many other individuals to fly as well. He was a volunteer at the Museum of Aviation in Warner Robins for 30 years and contributed over 13,000 hours of service. He was a member of Fort Valley Presbyterian Church and the Fort Valley Kiwanis Club.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Mildred Wright Cross and sister Sally Brown. Survivors include his son and daughter in law, Paul and Patricia Cross of Jasper, granddaughter Laura Roseanne Cross of Loganville, grandson Brandon Miller of Cumming, great grandchildren Joshua Miller and Lindsey Miller and several nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Fort Valley Presbyterian Church, 207 Central Ave., Fort Valley, GA 31030. Please go to www.rooksfuneralhome.com to express online condolences. Rooks Funeral Home in Fort Valley is in charge of arrangements.

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Published by The Telegraph on Jul. 29, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Frank Cross

17 Entries

John Ritchie Jr.

September 8, 2015

I met Frank Cross only once, outside the Museum of Aviation on a rainy Saturday in December 2013. We talked for over 20 minutes about our common interest (flying), his stories from WW2, and his work at the museum. What an incredible man; he will be missed even by those that only got to meet him for a few minutes. I will always remember Frank. May God bless his family; you have my deepest sympathy.

Sue Yancey Humphreys

August 13, 2015

Paul, I'm so sorry for the loss of your Dad. Mr. Frank was a great guy and a true patriot. I loved his sense of humor. God Bless.

Charles Scott Jr

August 2, 2015

Beloved friends of my parents, Mildred and Frank were like another mom and dad to me. I feel the loss and will always hang on to memories of those fun childhood years we spent together.

Kathy and Bill Farley

August 1, 2015

Frank was an inspiration to us all. We will remember him fondly.

Jeff & Kim Williams

July 30, 2015

We sincerely appreciate Frank's service to our country. He will be missed but we know he is rejoicing now as he is reunited with his sweet Mildred.

Rosemary and Olen Reid

July 30, 2015

We enjoyed being with Frank and Mildred so much when we attended Fort Valley Presbyterian Church. Loved Frank's sense of humor. He will be missed

Dennis & Peggy Herbert

July 30, 2015

Dennis & I will miss the stories whenever we saw Frank. My memories of him started back in the early 70's when we both worked at Blue Bird Wanderlodge; "those were the days" as he would say!! And he & Dennis had flying stories to share. What a delight to know both Frank & Mildred! The legacy they have left is one to be cherished!

July 30, 2015

My sincere condolences go out to the Cross family and close friends. May the hope in Gods' word out weigh the grief you feel.
1 Thessalonians 4:13,14

W. L. & Deeda Brown

July 29, 2015

Please accept our condolences. We appreciate his service to our country. He was dear friend.

July 29, 2015

Paul and Family,our prayers for your comfort in the passing of Mr. Frank. He and your Mom were such fine people. We got to know them when we attended FVPC for several years.What an honor to know them both.My brother Louis Lee has fond " growing up" memories of you and your parents.We thank him for his dedicated service to our country and community.
Love and prayers,
Brad, Jean, & Rachel McDonald

May our Lord

stan and barbara cooper

July 29, 2015

prayers and thoughts to the family. frank was a great guy.

G.R. Jones, M.D.

July 29, 2015

Having been such a enjoyable patient in our office, we were sad to find he has gone to meet our maker. He was such a fine man and we will miss him dearly. Dr. and Mrs. G.R. Jones and office staff.

Kathy Fawbush

July 29, 2015

I'm so sorry for the loss of your loved one. I know how painful it can be to lose a loved one in death. May God give your family the needed comfort now and in the days to come. Isaiah 28:5

Betty Cleveland

July 28, 2015

I was so sorry to hear of Frank's death.
He will be sorely missed. He and Mildred were a wonderful couple.

Barbara Davodspm

July 28, 2015

Paul, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I have been concerned about Frank for sometime. Billy loved him dearly. Now they can sit around in Heaven and tell flying tales together.

MARNIE GRIFFIN

July 28, 2015

I am very sorry to hear about Mr. Frank. I really thought a lot of him and he will be missed. My prayers for your family. If you need anything please let me know.

Louis Lee

July 27, 2015

Condolences and regards to Paul and family in the passing of Mr.Frank. I wish I had heard more stories, regarding his 250 flight missions during WW II and Korea.

He was an inspiration and had a great sense of humor. I remember we all had great times at the Cross Lake Sinclair home back when we were growing up. Peach Co is a better place because of Mr.Frank.... Truely one of the best of the "Greatest Generation".
Respectfully,Bro

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