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Stacie Cross Obituary
Stacie Rae' Cross, 26, of Massillon, went home to be in the arms of the Lord on Sunday, Sept. 24, 2006. Her parents, sister, and friends surrounded Stacie as she made the journey. Stacie fought a courageous battle for over a year against ovarian cancer.
Stacie graduated in 1998 from Fairless High School. She graduated from Emergency Medical Services (EMS) at Stark State College in 1999 and attended Kent/Stark Branch to further her career studying forensic science. Stacie also loved Disney World, and through the college program at Stark State College, she went to Disney in 2000 to work there for a four- month program. Stacie was an employee of American Medical Response (AMR) ambulance in the Akron/Canton area.
Stacie is survived by her parents, Stephen and Jean (Jenning) Cross; her sister, Stephanie Cross; her grandparents, Richard M. Jennings, Orlando (Jack) and Pearl Cross; a cousin, Kathy Jennings and her sons, Chance and Damen (who loved their ``Aunt Stacie" very much; uncles and aunts, Floyd and Carol Cross, Mike and Lorna Cross, Eric and Diane Cross, Dave and Tracie Cross, Paul Jennings; a multitude of cousins and friends, especially her best friends, Felecia Hodge, Johnnie A. Maier III, Lynne Hamilton, Heather Mitchell, Jason Mauer, Deanne Williams, Steve Pyatt, and Melanie Kangus.
Stacie was preceded in death by her grandmother, Gertrude (Riordan) Jennings, in 1994 and an uncle, Glenn Cross in 1977. Stacie enjoyed life, Disney, her job, having fun with her family and friends. Stacie loved her cat, San, and her dog, Sebastian.
The family of Stacie Cross would like to take this time to thank everyone for their support and prayers. A special thanks goes out to all Stacie's co-workers and friends at AMR, Akron City Summa ER, and St. Thomas Hospital ER. We have found that Stacie has a multitude of friends and is loved by all, so many people that it is impossible to thank everyone individually. A special thank-you goes to Dr. James Fanning and his staff for always being there and supporting her. A special thanks to the nurses and staff at Akron City Summa Hospital on the 7th Floor East Oncology Division for the love, compassion, caring, and giving all that they could to help support Stacie. Her parents and sister would also like to take this opportunity to say to their employers and co-workers, "Thank you for all your support and prayers."
Friends may call Wednesday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Paquelet Funeral Home (1100 Wales Rd. N. E., Massillon) and from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Funeral service will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at the Canton Baptist Temple, with the Rev. David Harmon officiating. Interment will be at St. Clements Cemetery in Navarre.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Stacie R. Cross Benevolent Fund at the First Merit Bank in Massillon to help with medical and other expenses. (Paquelet-Massillon, 330-833-3222.).
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Memories and Condolences
for Stacie Cross
Barbara Hoskinson
September 28, 2007
I think of your family often. There's a show on TV that has a little girl that reminds me of Stacie. I have said to Heather that every time I see that little girl I think of Stacie when she was little. I sure do not understand God's plans for his children. But I don't think that we are supposed to, maybe. I do know that someday we will be joined together again. Of that I am certain. God bless all of you.
your AMR friends
September 27, 2007
We miss you.
Carol K. RN
October 7, 2006
To the entire Cross Family, You have been a joy and inspiration for your faith and family values; continue on in Stacie's honor. You will be guided on by your "angel".
Casey J Gayer
October 1, 2006
To the Cross Family,
My deepest regards and sympathy to you in your time of need. Stacie is a beautiful woman who knows the true meaning of life! Her spirit now flies freely with no boundries as her love has. Take comfort in knowing that she is looking down on everyone with that winning smile of hers!
Chris Neiser
October 1, 2006
Stacy will be missed by many, she is good hands now, with peace and eternity. We wish her sister Steph. and her family well. She will be missed. Bless your family.
Isabel Dennis
September 29, 2006
With much sympathy to the Cross family. I only know of Stacie through her contact with my grandaugter Deanna Williams. Stacie must have been a fantastic person and it's certainly my loss not to have known her.
September 29, 2006
To the Cross family: I am so sorry to hear of your lost. I wish to extend my deepest sympathies and condolences.-Isaiah 51:12
Norman and Bonnie Barr
September 29, 2006
To the Cross family, we are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Carl Hengsberger
September 28, 2006
My deepest condolences go out to your family. Please call me if you need anything.
Rebekah (Jackson) Buchanan
September 28, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time. My family and I are deeply sorry for your loss.
FHS Class of 1998
Michael Cassel
September 28, 2006
My thoughts and prayers to the entire Cross Family, Stacie was one of the first people at AMR who I got to know. I was green and scared to death at what I had gotten myself into, being a pramedic and all...the first week after orientation, She and I took the Stark Orders class together and she spent most of that day explaining to me "how it really is", the ins and outs of the company, She was the first to make me feel like i fit in and show me what a second family we create with one another while we spend our time on shift together.
a friend
September 28, 2006
Stacie will be missed
Deb Schillimg
September 28, 2006
Stacie,was a wonderful person, And friend to all. I had the chance to get to know Stacie over the past five years working together at AMR. Stacie was a fun loving girl with a good heart, And a great smile. She will be missed by so many.
Richard Grossi
September 28, 2006
I'm a friend from way back and only remember Stacie as a baby.Jean and Steve are wonderful parents who taught their daughters to love the Lord so I believe she is with him now in Heaven.My thoughts and prayers are with you and Steph in your loss.Thanks for all you did for me.
Jennifer Scaggs (Paramedic)
September 28, 2006
May God bless your family. Very sorry for your loss...........
David Murray
September 28, 2006
My deepest sympathy is with you during your time of loss.
Tim McCurry (formerly of AMR)
September 28, 2006
My deepest sympathies go out to the Cross family, as well as my thoughts and prayers, in your time of grief. Stacie was a very special person who touched many lives, mine included; I knew Stacie from working at AMR. You could always count on a smile and a hearty laugh whenever she was around. You can bet she is smiling down on us all now! As with all who knew her, I will miss her greatly, but have many fond memories to keep her close at heart. May you find solace in the memories you share and hold dear, and may God keep you in the comfort of His caring Embrace in this time of need and always. Stacie, until we meet again...
joe kostic
September 28, 2006
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Joy Russell
September 27, 2006
Steve,Jean, and Stephanie,
All of you have been such a part of my life, especially Stacie(Pete).I will never forget the wonderful times we have spent together and what a great friend she was to me.I do not know what we will do without her, but somehow we all must be strong and go on for her. She would want nothing else but that.I am sure she is in a better place, smiling to us now. She leaves a place in my heart forever.I love you all!
Joy Russell
Tara Bucher
September 27, 2006
Cross Family
My prayers are with your family during this difficult time. May God Bless your family.
FHS class of 1998
Eric Carpenter
September 27, 2006
Stacie, I will sure miss ya. You were a great person. You had the shoulder cry on, or the dance moves to make a person laugh. You were so much fun. God bless you. You were stronger than i'll ever be. Love ya.
To the Cross family you are in my heart and prayers.
Karen Oshell
September 27, 2006
My prayers are with you, Stacie will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
marsha doyle
September 27, 2006
Will miss you Stacie.You and your smile I will never want to forget.Jean you are in my prayers.
Jeff and Debbie Holliday
September 27, 2006
We are very sorry to hear about Stacie. She is in our thoughts and prayers.
Kelli Lambright
September 27, 2006
I'm so very sorry for the loss of such a wonderful person.Stacie was a diamond in the ruff.Her smile was one of a kind,the kind you pray to see everyday.I knew Stac from coming into AGMC,bringing us another paient.I seen her once at the Pub in Canton,and I realized she had cut her hair,only for her to tell me it was wig...We boh cried right there in the middle of the bar and I didn't care who seen us.I know she's up in heaven looking down on all of the lives she touched and will continue to touch,miles away...I will never forget our talks we had,the advice we gave each other,and all of the hugs...You are truly a brave women,a wonderful sister,duaghter and a terrific friend.You will always be in my heart,my thoughts and prayers. To your parents and sister:I'm very sorry for your loss,stacie was a wonderful girl,and i know you were proud of her.I will say a prayer for you to get thru this difficult time.God bless you.To you Stacie:Spread your wings and fly...I love you!!!
Megan K. RN
September 27, 2006
My deepest sympathy is with you during your time of loss. Stacie has deeply touched my life as she has so many others. It was an honor to care for her and to be there for her family.
Bonnie Fashbaugh
September 27, 2006
Jean, Stephie-Steph and family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you!!!
Love,
Bonnie Fashbaugh
michelle & steve fletcher
September 27, 2006
our heart felt sympathy goes out to all of stacie's family and friends. may god be with you at this very diffecult time,we will keep you in our thought and prayers,i know stacy from her cousin kathy ,i was kathys neighbor on fawcett.if theirs any thing we can do please let us know,she was such a wonderful person and will be missed by all who knew her.
Deanna Williams
September 27, 2006
Stacie, Wherever we were we always had fun, didn't we? I am a better person for having had you as my friend. You have inspired me, and shown me that power of true courage, faith and beauty. Through every part of my life, I will carry your memory with me.
Steve, Jean, and Steph I want to thank you for making me feel like a part of your family. Stacie is such a beautiful person because she has such a wonderful family at her side. Whatever you need during the time ahead, I will always be here to help or just to talk with.
mindy milnes
September 27, 2006
I knew Stacy only a short while, but the few times we have hung out, she had an awesome way of showing her friends and family how much she truly loved them and her smile will always remain in my mind and heart, she could light up a room, I wish your family the best, lots of love to all and you Stacie may god's light shine upon your face, spread your wings and fly.
Jason Maurer
September 27, 2006
We love you Stacie well will miss you Amr and hang out with our friends wont be the same You tought how to fight for life and thats a lesson we soon wont for get you are light in a some what dark world i will miss you and i will always rember you and love you PUMPKIN
Tom and Sue Morris
September 27, 2006
We are very saddened to hear of Stacie's passing. She would routinely bound into our offices with a smiling face and warm greetings. It would be difficult to measure the impact she has had on the many people's lives she touched, personally and professionally. We are so proud to have worked with her. Thank you for raising and sharing such a warm and caring person with us. We are thinking of you and wishing you hope in the midst of sorrow and comfort in the midst of pain. With heartfelt sympathy,
Melanie Kangas
September 26, 2006
Where should I begin, it seems like you have been a part of my life forever, I could not have asked for a better friend to come into my life, and yes you will be there forever. To your family, my love and support. Stacie, I am a better person for having known you, the strengh you have shown in the last year was unbelievable, you will be greatly missed. I love you...
Debby Williams (AMR)
September 26, 2006
To the Cross family,
Stacie meant so much to my daughter, Deanna, and I know her memory will live on forever in the hearts of so many people. She was an amazing person. My deepest sympathy.
Nicole Wolfe (Mercer)
September 26, 2006
I am deeply sorry to hear about Stacie. My heart and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
jessica howard
September 26, 2006
my thoughts and prayers go out too the family of you stacie rae cross
Patricia Craycraft
September 26, 2006
To you all. I am so sorry for your loss. Wanted to let you know that the time we spent with you this summer in your home we felt the love. The condolences that you have received sanction this love from all of your family and friends. I know that you would rather have Stacie with you here but she is now pain free with our Lord.
Love you all,
Mike and Pat
Eddie & Kelly Fields
September 26, 2006
Jean, Steve,Stephanie,and family,
I send my deepest condolences and pray that God will send you a comforter. As you know, we lost our mother to that "nasty ovarian cancer" on Aug 18th of this year, it has not been easy, and although the support from friends and family has been outstanding, only God truly knows the hurt. We will be praying for you and I know you've been praying for us! Thank you.
Eddie & Kelly Fields
Barry and Sue Heiks
September 26, 2006
Steve and Jean, Since the day of the benefit for Stacie, our thoughts have been with you and your entire family. What a wonderful young woman you raised. Please know that we will continue to keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
VALARIE ALBAUGH
September 26, 2006
SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR LOSS. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. I HAVEN'T SEEN STACIE SINCE SHE WAS A LITTLE GIRL. CAN'T IMAGINE THE LOSS YOU ARE FEELING.
Renee Maier & family
September 26, 2006
Jean & family,
So very sorry about your loss & all those whom Stacie has touched with her heart. God needed a beautiful Angel to look over us all. Our thoughts & prayers be with you. All our love be with you today & always!
Lila Mae Moore
September 26, 2006
I'm sorry for your loss. It is Heaven's gain. From an old friend= Mrs Lila Mae Moore= of Talk About Jesus Days.
Douglas Hicks
September 26, 2006
Cross Family, I'm a friend from time past, "the Boot" I knew Mrs. Cross, Stacie and Steph well, my thoughts and payers are with you all I think of you from time to time every time I would see a AMR van I would look to see if Stacie was in it, I'm so sorry for your loss.
Dougals and Caprice Hicks
Shelly Hufford
September 26, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Jeff and Shelly
Gary and Joanie Harrison
September 26, 2006
To the Cross Family, Thank you for raising an incredible lady, who always had a smile on her face. Staci is a wonderful person and will be greatly missed
Sally Breedlove
September 26, 2006
Stacie-You were so full of life that I know you are in a much better place now. I didn't know you long but you made an impression on everyone you met. I will miss you!
For her family-Honor and reflect on
her life and my deepest sympathy to
all of you!
Sally Breedlove-AMR
Loraine Cross
September 26, 2006
My sorrow is with you at this time, from Aunt Loraine and family.
Tammy Maley
September 26, 2006
Jean, Steve, & Stephanie,
You are all in my thoughts and prayers. She will always be in your heart and memories.
Sondra Troyer
September 26, 2006
Jean, We are all here for you and your family. You are in our prayers! Stacie will be missed but never forgotten, she taught us all a lesson on what real courage and strength is!! She is so inspirational to us all. We love you all. Love and prayers!!!
Evelyn Cross
September 26, 2006
Mere words can not express my sorrow at your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with Stacie's family and friends in the difficult times ahead. May your memories bring you comfort.
Tara (Johns) Sheperd
September 26, 2006
I'm so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
~Tara
FHS class of 98
Heather Hoskinson
September 26, 2006
Jean, Steve and Stephanie; I am so sorry. God be with all of you.
Felecia Hodge
September 26, 2006
I love you Stacie!! My Soul mate/ my Best Friend. You know I'd never leave you. And I never did. A great friend you are. You'll alway be in my heart. No matter how far you are from me. It was destiny that brought us together. I swear I will be there for your family. I'll keep the laughter alive 4 you!
Momz, Popz, and Steph you know I love you guys and will be there for you. Your part of my heart too. Just let me know if there's anything more I can do.
Thank you AMR. To all of Stacie's friends. You guys are angels.
Barbara and Jeff hoskinson
September 26, 2006
Jean, Steve, and Stephanie and Stacie's loved ones. May God's comfort and love flood your hearts. We are so very sorry.
Felecia Hodge
September 26, 2006
I love you Stace!! My Soul mate/ my Best Friend. You know I'd never leave you. And I never did. A great friend you are. You'll alway be in my heart. No matter how far you are from me. It was destiny that brought us together. I swear I will be there for your family. I'll keep the laughter alive 4 you!
Momz, Popz, and Steph you know I love you guys and will be there for you. Your part of my heart too. Just let me know if there's anything more I can do.
Rita Ritchey-Muller
September 26, 2006
Though Stacie and I lost touch after high school I never stopped thinking of her. She was a wonderful, beautiful, kind, caring, corageous, and loving women. My thoughts and prayers go out to all whom have been touched by Stacie, especially her family. She will be greatly missed by all.
Kenny, Peggy, Cory & Jordan Briggs
September 26, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family during this difficult time. May God wrap his arms around you and give you strength during this difficult time.
Buzz & Marcia Lyons
September 26, 2006
We will cherish our memories of Stacie forever - her beautiful smile and sweet disposition - she is no longer suffering and is now with the angels in heaven.
Mark, Kendra and Caleb Youngman
September 26, 2006
Hey guys,
We just wanted to let you know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Please know that there is not a doubt that Stacie is in Heaven, and that God was waiting there for her with open arms.
Hugs,
Jennifer Bogle - AMR
September 26, 2006
Stacie, we are so proud that you gave it all you had in your fight. You showed us what determination was really about, all the while keeping a positive attitude. The world is a better place having had you in it. We will miss you and will always remember you. To her family, I wish you all the comfort and peace one could offer. It has been a difficult path for you as well. Take comfort in knowing what an amazing girl she was!
Jessica Petitt
September 26, 2006
I am praying for all of you during this terribly difficult time. Stacie was an amazing girl and she will be missed by all.
Carol Ritchey
September 26, 2006
Steve, Jean and Stephanie, Please know that many others share in your sorrow. You have my heartfelt sympathy. Carol (Shekels) Ritchey
Jim & Lucy Eberly
September 26, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Melanie Rawley
September 26, 2006
Your family is incrediable, the love and support you gave to each other through this past year. My love,prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Tom Gadosik
September 26, 2006
Stacie, I love you and will never forget you. Thank you for being such a special friend in my life. You always found a way to cheer me up when I was down. I always enjoyed hanging out with you, even outside of work. Keep smiling down on us girl cause you know we still need your love and support. Your initials are on my fire helmet at the station to remind me of the what such a wonderful friend I have whenever I go out doing what we both loved to do! Keep us safe Stacie, you and your family are always in my prayers.
Lin Lagodich
September 26, 2006
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Steve Shaffer
September 26, 2006
My prayers go out to Stacy and her family. May God be with her family and to all who touched her in her life. God Bless.
Julie Lenington - American Medical Response
September 25, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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