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Homer Cross Obituary
Homer L. Cross, 73, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away suddenly Monday January 23, 2023.
Homer was born in Falls Church, Virginia on February 23, 1949, the son of the late Homer and Frances Cross. He was also preceded in death by his beloved wife, Maureen; and daughter, Melissa (Buffy).
Homer leaves behind three sons, Larry, Shane (wife Jean) and Raymond (wife Pat); three sisters, Sue, Carolyn, and Cindy; a younger brother, David; nine grandchildren, Matthew, Cody, MaKayla, Lacey, Kevin, Alexis, Hunter, Stephanie, and Jessi; two great-grandchildren, Charley, and Raina; and many nieces and nephews.
Homer was a graduate of George C. Marshall. He enlisted in the United States Army after high school, serving one tour in the Vietnam War and coming home a decorated soldier.
Homer returned home to marry his wife and start his family. He worked 18 years for Fairfax County. Homer found a new passion after moving to Front Royal and joined the Fortsmouth Volunteer Fire Department in 1983, where he served faithfully until the day of his passing with 40 years of service. Homer could be found anytime day or night serving the community he loved. Over his 40 years he developed a huge extended family that he called Warren County Fire and Rescue.
Family will receive friends Monday, January 30 from 6 - 8 p.m. at Maddox Funeral Home.
The funeral will be held at 12 p.m. Tuesday, January 31 at the Riverton United Methodist Church with Sammy Campbell officiating. Interment will follow in Panorama Memorial Gardens in Waterlick. Family will welcome all for a fellowship meal at the Front Royal Volunteer Fire Department immediately following all services.
Pallbearers will be Jason Poe, David Santmyers, Kelly Snyder, Jeremiah Warren, Kevin Catlett, Richard Cooper, Gerry Maiatico and Tony Maiatico
Honorary pallbearers will be the members the Warren County Fire and Rescue, which he considered his extended family.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.maddoxfuneralhome.com
Arrangements are being handled by Maddox Funeral Home, Front Royal.
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Sue Megee
January 27, 2023
Memories are a true treasure. I first met Maureen as she strolled by my house, with her children, in route to Hawley's grocery. We made friends fast & she helped me study for my GED.
Our Children were in Scouts together & Buffy & Sherrie spent loads of time together.
Larry Cross gave all to
Fort Smith & was dedicated to helping anyone he could and mentored many young
Fire & Rescue volunteers along the way.
He & Maureen are sure to be proud of their children,
especially Raymond, who in my estimation, is one of the best Medics in the State, Kevin Catlett as well.
Blessings & Prayers to family & friends.
Sue Megee & Family
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