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Brian Cross Obituary
Green Bay, WI—Dr. Brian Chauncey Cross, passed away on April 13, 2019 in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
Dr. Cross was a graduate of Springfield High School, DePauw University and the Loyola University School of Dentistry. He practiced dentistry in Springfield between 1987 and 2013. He was a Past President of the G.V. Black Dental Society, served on the Board of Trustees for the Illinois State Dental Society, was a Past Chairman of the Old State Capital Art Fair, and was involved in other community activities.
He is survived by his children, Samuel Chauncey Cross and Sarah Grace Cross, who are also the children of Carol Cross. He is also survived by his parents, Chauncey and Patricia Cross; his brothers, James David Cross and Roland Robert Cross; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Private family funeral ceremonies will be held and a Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Rd., Springfield, IL 62702-1766 or the Boys and Girls Club of Central Illinois, 300 S. 15th St., Springfield, IL 62703.
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Memories and Condolences
for Brian Cross
Sondra Lansing
April 12, 2025
Brian!!!!! Thinking about you today brother.
-Sondra L
Sondra Lansing
April 12, 2024
Brian!!!!!!! We miss you and thinking about you today brother.
-Sondra Lansing
sondra
August 30, 2020
Hey Brian it's a crazy year (2020). Thinking about you and your dances lol. You always knew how to make your nephew laugh or when you would put on hip hop. He asks where ur at. It breaks my heart. But we miss you
-your sister in law, Sondra Lansing ❤
November 15, 2019
so hard to express words of your passing but you well be truly missed.. such a shock no one knew here at NNMC Dental RIP ; 9sbb
Yv
September 27, 2019
Mr. Cross I just heard that you passed. Worked with you in Shiprock NM in 2018, I left a few months before you did. I'm praying for your family especially your Beautiful Wife Ty, you always spoke so often of her. Rest Easy Sir
marcie Thompson
July 13, 2019
Brian, love you...your wife Marcie Thompson...I've been visiting some of our favorite places... I hope you're singing, karaoke in heaven. ...the red beret you gave me in February 2019..although it summer wearing it on cool nights...past forever❤
Tanya Cross
July 1, 2019
Thinking about you today and everyday. I miss our life. I pray you are resting peacefully. Love you always and forever. Trying to find something nice to do with your wedding ring. Rest well my love.
May 10, 2019
Brian you were always in a happy mood at work especially when your wife, Ty would come by, we loved all the goodies she brought into the office. Our prayers are with anyone who knew him.
Dena Hoewisch
May 4, 2019
I started working with Dr Cross in January. He was always cheerful and chatty; I really liked talking with him. He always said good morning and always poked his head in to say bye and have a good weekend. It was a pleasure working with him and getting to know him in the short time had. My prayers are with his loved ones during this difficult time.
Marcie Thompson
May 1, 2019
Goodbye my Dear Brian...
Then Love knew it was called Love
And when I lifted my eyes to your name
suddenly your heart showed me the way
~Pablo Neruda ...past forever
Julie Paulsen
April 28, 2019
In the brief time that I have known Dr. Brian I found him to be very kind and accepting. Sending my condolences to family and friends during this difficult time
Janet Hudson
April 25, 2019
I'm so sorry to hear of Brian's passing.
My heart goes out to the family. Sending prayers to you all. May he be resting in peace.
Diane Kenney Handler
April 24, 2019
Such a sweet soul. Rest in Peace, my childhood friend
His world. RUBY d
April 23, 2019
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April 23, 2019
Drs. Donna and Jean Corriveau
April 23, 2019
Dear Pat and Chauncey,
Jean and I were deeply saddened to learn of Brian's passing. I will always remember Daddy telling of the big candy machine you had for the boys in the house he built for you.
Know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
April 22, 2019
"Angels guided you Home..."
I was delighted to know Brian for a short time. He was with my family when my Husband and I celebrated our 10th wedding Anniversary. He helped filled our moving trucks when my family moved 8 hours away...
Thank you Brian...
And I send comfort and love to his family...
Sondra Lansing
April 22, 2019
Sondra Lansing
April 22, 2019
RIP Brian
Sondra Lansing
April 22, 2019
Condolences to my sister and his family
Sondra Lansing
April 22, 2019
RIP Brian
Sondra Lansing
April 22, 2019
We miss you Brian
Sondra Lansing
April 22, 2019
Tanya Cross
April 22, 2019
Rest in Paradise Brian. You've brought so much joy to my family and our animals. I pray for your children and family in this difficult time. Our life will never be forgotten.
Dana Blair
April 22, 2019
I'm so sorry to hear of Brian's passing. We went all thru school together. He was a really great guy. SHS 1976 has lost a great classman. My condolences to all of the family, especially his children. Peace be with all of you.
April 22, 2019
Dr. Cross so sorry to hear of Brian's passing. Enjoyed working with him. Chuck Louthan ,Louthan Dental Laboratory.
Bill Atkinson
April 22, 2019
Sad news indeed. Brian was my friend. My heart goes out to his family and friends, and my thoughts and prayers are with them all. SHS Class of 76 has lost another.
Lisa Garber Reis
April 21, 2019
Brian and I were the same age. We attended Sunday school together. Additionally, we were also baptized at the same Maundy Thursday service at First Christian Church in Springfield, Illinois. He was like a family member.
Later, Brian and his dad served my parents and me as our dentists. Brian was a kind, caring person, and my family and I were blessed to know him.
In the Bible, Jesus assured us that we would be with Him in Paradise, and I know that Brian is already there, by Jesus' side.
Heavenly Peace and eternal love to you from the Garber family, dear Brian.
Whitney (From Alice Gardens)
April 21, 2019
Peace.Praying for you. Brian was a gentle light and gentle man. His was a warm cheerful presence at the community gardens in the city of Milwaukee
Rick Chandler
April 21, 2019
Childhood friend thru scouts and school. Hard person to replace as a dentist. Thank you for being who you are.Rick Chandler
April 20, 2019
Dr. Cross was an amazing dentist and person. He was my dentist from childhood to adulthood. Love and light to his family.
Annette Kramer
April 20, 2019
Rick and I were so sorry to hear this. He was such a nice man. Sincere condolences to the family.
Nancy Naughton
April 19, 2019
Dr. Brian Cross was my dentist for years, his father was my parent's dentist, and my mom and I see his brother, Dr. David Cross, too. You are one of the most kindest and caring family I have ever known. I was in my late 20's, and on vacation in a remote area, when I developed a horrible infection in my mouth. I called Dr. Brian", and he tracked down the nearest pharmacy, many miles away, and told me how to take care of myself and told me to meet him at his office on a Sunday at 7:00 a.m. as my flight was coming in very late the Saturday prior.My father was in a nursing home, due to ALZ. The nurses thought he was trying to let them know his mouth or an area around there was hurting him very badly. My mom called the Cross's office and Dr.Brian went right over and found my dad had cracked his tooth. He took care of him, relieved my father from pain, and would not accept payment from my mother.You are all very gentle dentists and wonderful people.I and my mother are so very sorry to have read this.Nancy and Shirley Naughton
Eric Woolbright
April 19, 2019
So sorry to hear about Brian's passing. He was a generous and
kind person who would do anything for those he knew. He was
a very caring dentist who went above and beyond for his patients.
Our thoughts and prayers are for his family as they go through this difficult time. He will be missed. God bless you Brian.
Mark Katauski
April 19, 2019
My deepest condolences to Brian's family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. GOD BLESS.
Pattie Colby
April 19, 2019
How sad I am to of seen this this morning. I have known Brian since high school and he was a wonderful person with a very kind heart. My deepest condolences to his wife,children, siblings and his wonderful parents.
April 19, 2019
Jane and I are sorry for your loss and our prayers are with you and all of your family
Ann Hart
April 19, 2019
Pat and Chauncey,
Dick and I are saddened to learn of Brian's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ann Hart
April 18, 2019
So sorry for your loss. We are saddened to hear of this. Prayers for you.
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