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Marquita Cross Obituary
Marquita Cross Naples, FL
The lovely Marquita Sherita Meeks Cross was born May 8th, 1949 to her parents, Judge Cordell and Mrs. Cellestine Meeks in Kansas City, KS.
Marquita was a virtuoso in violin and piano. Her accomplishments as a classical violinist were beyond impressive. She mastered the works of Mendelssohn Violin Concerto D Major, Dvorak Violin Concerto, Paganini Caprice No. 24, and many others. She was a concert soloist, recording artist, chamber musician, and teacher.
She graduated from Sumner High School in Kansas City, KS in 1967. Her musical talents were discovered early on as a child, excelling to first chair violinist of the Kansas City youth symphony. Her desire for perfection in her music led to her attending the University of Kansas, School of Fine Arts, and majoring in music. (She was given a scholarship to attend Eastman School of Music). While attending college, she fell in love with, and married Dr. Cartrell Cross.
Dr. Cartrell and Marquita Cross have been married for 45 years. They raised their family of five children in Houston, TX. Education was the major priority in the household with private schooling. She was a homemaker while pursuing excellence in violin. She continued with her progression and determination in perfecting her classical violin playing. She pursued teachings from higher education and world renown violinists. Ray Fliegel, concert master of the Houston Symphony, was one of those to teach and witness her angelic violin playing and recommended her for a full scholarship at the University of Houston, School of Music. As well, she studied with Fredell Lack, colleague of Itzhak Perlman, Pinchas Zukerman and Isaac Stern, who was instrumental in taking her to the next level. Studying at Julliard School of Music with Margaret Pardee was another highlight of her career. As an accomplished violinist, she played along with famous artists such as Sammy Davis Jr., Beyoncé, Perry Como, Led Zeppelin, and others.
She is survived by her husband and five children. Cartrell J. Cross, II, C.C.P. married to Sarah Cross with daughter, Christiana Cross in Fresno, CA. Chaundre Cross, M.D. married to Mary Cross with sons, Adrian Cross and Jordan Cross and daughter, Lyla Cross in Naples, FL. Chadrick Cross, M.D. married to Jill Cross with sons, James Cross and Jason Cross in Chicago, IL. Anton Cross in Houston, TX. Arielle Cross Moore with sons, Isaiah Moore and Kieran Moore in Kerrville, TX.
Marquita was a loving wife and an exceptional mother with a God blessed talent for music, especially the violin. She is an inspiration and could easily bring tears to your eyes with her miraculous and angelic performances. She will be greatly missed and we will look up at heaven often to say we love you.
A Memorial Service will be held from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. (TOMORROW) Saturday, May 10, 2014 at Hodges Funeral Home at Naples Memorial Gardens located at 525 111th Avenue North, Naples, FL 34108.
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Memories and Condolences
for Marquita Cross
Pat Karakas
March 31, 2015
Sorry to hear of Marquita's passing. I had the honor of playing many concerts and shows with Marquita. Always a delight. Missing you! You and your loved ones are in my thoughts and prayers.
Alton Webb
August 19, 2014
My prayers are with you and your family my brother. Heaven now has the perfect pitch. Marquita is a truly beautiful friend in my heart and spirit. Love
Leonard Sparks
June 17, 2014
My very belated deepest sympathies to the Meeks-Cross families on the passing of the beloved Marquita who I remember first meeting in the 2nd grade at Grant Elementary School. She will be truly missed by her friends and loved ones.
Melanie Thierry Prince
June 13, 2014
Marquita and I were very best friends in Northeast Jr. High and Sumner High Schools. We used to come to school and exchange our clothes with one another. At the end of the day we put our own clothes back on before we left for home. We would laugh and talk for hours. We lost contact over the years, but she remained close to my heart. Marquita was a wonderful person. My twin sister and my prayers are with her family.
Gatsby Melodi
June 11, 2014
i grew up right across the street from Marquita an we were very close until we both graduated high school together. when we attended grant elementary school we used to race running home together to see who would get there first. when we went to sumner high school we said we were cousins but we were really just neighbors. we were very close. her address was 600 and my address was 605 Oakland. We never saw each other after we graduated again until her mother passed several years later when her aunt, her mother's sister passed when we were in our 50's. she will be missed. i love u Marquita. R.I.P. love and respect to the Meeks/Cross family
Wilburn Smith a.k.a. Gatsby Melodi'
Rev. Ralph O. Frazier
June 9, 2014
Cartrell and Family
I was totally shocked and saddened to hear of Marquita's transition to her eternal home. Too much time between contacts to satisfy what now is a deep loss to our family as well. Our prayers will be for and all who knew Marquita until we reunion with all our love ones,
May you have the LORD's presence and peace.
Reverend, Bernadeen Frazier
June 8, 2014
To: Cartrell Cross & Family
Today, I longed to reach out to my friend, Marquita Cross, so I entered her name on Facebook. Unfortunate for me, I viewed that my friend is no longer here with us, she is now with the Lord. Please know that you and your family have my prayers, during your time of bereavement. May the peace of God forever be with you. A friend, Rev. Bernadeen Frazier
Sis. Lucinda Flix
May 19, 2014
I would like to offer my sympathy and prayers to the family. She was wonderful person to know.
John & Charlotte Woods
May 19, 2014
Sister Cross was a passionate, gifted and dedicated violinist. I thank God for the time she took to work with our daughter Danielle on the clarinet. She was a great inspiration to the Antioch church family. We shall continue to keep you and your family in prayer.
Lester James
May 19, 2014
I wish to extend my deepest sympathy to the Cross family. I feel that the brief association I encountered with Sister Marquita Cross left a lasting impression in my mind about music, perfection and God given talent.
phillip thorne
May 18, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Khalin & Yolanda Washington and family
May 17, 2014
Sister Cross will remain in our hearts forever. We have great memories of her working with Kyana on the violin and piano. Dr. Cross, we pray that GOD continues to keep and strengthen you and your family.
Ronnie & Josie Fleming
May 16, 2014
Our prayers are with your family. Sis. Cross was a wonderful christian woman. She touched our family in a very special way. Our daughter Patrice will always have fond memories of Sis. Cross teaching her the violin. May God continue to be with you all.
Verdell Dawkins
May 15, 2014
My heart and prayers go out to you. We are sadden to hear about Marquita. The memories of her beautiful spirit, outstanding talent, and willingness to share will always be with us. Continue to trust God in all things. May God bless and keep you.
Raymond Bennett
May 15, 2014
Dr. Cross, we shall continue to lift your family in prayer. Sis. Cross was and is a continuous encouragement for my family. We think of you often.
Stephanie Foat
May 15, 2014
We will continue to keep the family in our prayers.
Equilla Jackson
May 15, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with the Cross family. She had a beautiful spirit. Her talents and music will be truly missed. May God Bless.
Carolyn DeVaughn
May 15, 2014
Our prayers are with the family. A wonderful lady and very talented!! We enjoyed her music and she will be always in our hearts. May God continue to bless you and keep you!! "Earth hath no sorrows that Heaven cannot heal"
James E Burton DDS
May 15, 2014
My sincere condolences. The song may be ended but the melody lingers on in our minds and in our hearts. She is truly a very special person.
Joan and Alvin Hubert
May 14, 2014
Our deepest condolences to the Cross family. She was the most wonderful musician and a beautiful person. We have missed her performing here in Houston, but now she will perform for THE MASTER. May she rest in peace.
May 11, 2014
I had a lovely conversation with Marquita just this February at the Boule Valentine gala and am shocked that she's no longer with us. She was so proud of her accomplished family. E.T. and I offer our deepest sympathy for your loss. Lyn Williams
Maria Rico
May 11, 2014
My sincere condolences to Mrs. Cross family. As she rests in peace may God bless you all with peace in your hearts as only He can give.
Everett & Jane White
May 10, 2014
We send sympathy to our family, the Crosses, in this time of the celebration of the life of Marquita.
Chandler Kids
May 10, 2014
"Our hearts and prayers are with Uncle Cartrell, our cousins and the entire family on this day and in the days to come!" Cameron, Chaunia (Erick Jr., Cierra, Chandler, and Eryn), Claudia, Christen, Luther (Lance and Ashley), LaMont, Lori, and Lisa (Ashley, Cassandra, Victoria, Xavier)
Mike and Mara Hocker
May 9, 2014
Wishing you love and peace at this difficult time. Beautiful photos for a beautiful life. Our deepest sympathies to the family.
Beverly Moore
May 9, 2014
Prayers for the family at this sad time.
She certainly will be like the beautiful butterfly forever now.
May 9, 2014
So sorry for the loss of your mother, my prayers to you and your family. Nadine Malaichuk
Linda Weidenaar
May 9, 2014
My sincere sympathy and prayers to the family.
Sandra Mason
May 9, 2014
My sincere sympathy to the family.
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