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Melinda Noyes Cross

1944 - 2023

BORN

1944

DIED

2023

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Malecki Funeral Home, Inc. - Sherrill

464 Sherrill Rd

Sherrill, New York

Melinda Cross Obituary

Kenwood-Melinda Noyes Cross, age 78, of Cramer Ave. passed away peacefully Monday afternoon January 30, 2023 in the comfort of her home. She was born on November 20, 1944 in Oneida, New York, a daughter of the late Pierrepont T. 'Peter' and Phyllis (Leland) Noyes. Melinda was a graduate of Vernon-Verona-Sherrill Schools and earned an associate's degree in fashion which led her to a career as the company photo stylist with Oneida Limited Silversmiths. Melinda had many interests that included cooking, horses, crossword puzzles, music, turtles, daily trips to Dunkin Donuts and gardening. Her biggest passion were her three grandchildren, whom she adored. Surviving are her husband, Robert 'Bob' Cross of Kenwood, two sons and two daughters-in-law, Connelly and Beth Jones of Sherrill, Peter and Lisa Jones of Nashville, step-daughter Michael and her husband Jeff Garner of Kenwood, her grandchildren, Mia Jones of Nashville, Madelynn & Juliette Jones of Sherrill, her brother Geoffrey and sister-in-law Kristi Noyes of Kenwood, and several nieces & nephews. Family and friends are invited to attend a celebration of Melinda's life on Saturday, February 4, 2023 at 3:00 PM at a traditional Oneida Community memorial service (party) in the Big Hall of the Mansion House, 170 Kenwood Ave., Kenwood/Oneida, NY, 13421. The family will attend a spring burial in the Oneida Community Cemetery. Charitable donations in her name may be made to Wanderers' Rest Humane Association, 7138 Sutherland Dr., Canastota NY or to the Oneida Community Mansion House (address above.) Arrangements are with the Malecki Funeral Home of Sherrill. Online condolences may be sent to maleckifuneralhome.com https://www.lastingmemories.com/melinda-noyes-cross

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Published by Oneida Daily Dispatch from Jan. 31 to Feb. 2, 2023.

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Jan Cowern Poulin

May 4, 2023

Melinda and I were Marine wives in Pensacola, Florida. We shared confidences and laughs over cocktails. She gifted me a set of Oneida dinnerware. I still have two pieces and think of her when using. I wish we had stayed in touch. I´m pleased to see she had a full, loving life.

Tracey Wuest

April 1, 2023

So sorry to learn of Melinda's passing. She was a beautiful soul and I will always cherish her friendship and memories at her home.

Rosemary Keenan

February 19, 2023

I am so sorry for your loss and offer my sincere condolences to the family. Melinda was always joyful and it was my pleasure to have known her ~ she will live on in our hearts. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.

Penny Southfield Barbano

February 8, 2023

Michael,
Very sorry for your loss.
Penny Southfield Barbano

Stephanie D Schell

February 6, 2023

Truly loved her family.

Sally Warren Mcgrogan

February 2, 2023

Melinda was always a loving part of our extended kenwood family.....she will be missed..Sally Warren Mcgrogan

Jan Collins

February 2, 2023

Sending prayers and hugs to Melinda's family. She was a very pleasant person and I enjoyed talking with her when our paths crossed. RIP

Mary Ann Johnson

February 1, 2023

Connelly, Pete & extended Family: So sorry to read of Melinda`s passing. You have many great memories to help ease your pain. The soul lives on forever, she is with you always. My love and prayers are with you.

Stephanie Greer

February 1, 2023

My sincerest condolences to Melinda's family. RIP Melinda.

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