Jerry "Pappy" Cross
October 10, 1946 ~ May 31, 2014
Jerry "Pappy" Cross, 67, of Weirton passed away peacefully, at his home, after a fierce battle with cancer, on Saturday May 31, 2014. He is now in the arms of his Lord and Savior.
Born on October 10, 1946, in Wheeling, WV, Jerry was a son of the late Harold and Mildred (Moren) Cross, Jr. He was also preceded in death by his first wife of 30 years, Jean Cross; and an infant sister.
Jerry graduated Wellsburg High School in 1966. A Bronze Star recipient of the Vietnam War, Jerry served in the United States Army for 21 years with the 82nd Airborne Division and Military Police. After his service to his country, Jerry served as a guard for the North Carolina Division of Corrections for 11 years.
Jerry was a member of the Weirton Heights Memorial Baptist Church
He is survived by his loving wife, Carol S. (Adams) Cross, whom he cherished; a brother, William (Shirley) Cross, two stepdaughters, two stepsons, eight grandchildren, one great granddaughter and several nieces and nephews.
Jerry's wishes were to donate his body to the West Virginia Gift Registry.
Friends and Relatives will gather to celebrate his life, at Weirton Heights Memorial Baptist Church, on Sunday June 22, 2014 from 2;30 PM until the time of Memorial Services at 3 PM.
Pastor William C. Stout will preside.
Immediately following the service the American Legion Honor Guard will perform Military Honors with a gun salute and the playing of taps.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Weirton Heights Memorial Baptist Church 121 Ivy Street Weirton, WV 26062.
Jerry’s passing is a tremendous loss to all who knew him. My heart goes out to the wonderful family and friends who loved him unconditionally. I am neighbors with them and has an instant connection with his humor, which by the way he never lost. His family will have this hole that can never be filled, but wonderful memories to carry them on….RIP my friend…until we meet again……♥
My loving Jerry…You were my best friend…my devoted companion…my life will never be the same without you. I loved you more than any other and I will miss you everyday for the rest of my life. Thank you for the wonderful life you gave me, I will cherish the memories we made, the laughter and the tears….Until we meet again my love…..Love, your loving and devoted wife Carol.
Carol and family: we were very sad to hear of Jerry’s passing. He was such a kind and gentle man. We miss Jerry and Carol so much since they left Boyd Road. Colliers has lost another great neighbor and heaven has gained another good and faithful servant. Gob Bless you all, April & Kenny Kimball
May the love of God surround you and your family during this difficult time
May you come to know that the love of God is with you always,
May your memories of Jerry Cross, give you peace, comfort and strength…
Rest now in the arms of our Lord your work on earth is complete.
I thank you for your service to our Country and for my Freedom
You will not be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with the family of…..
US Army Jerry Cross, “A True American Hero†God Blessâ€
†Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13 â€
My thoughts and prayers are with Jerry’s Family. I served with Jerry in Viet Nam with the 101st Airborne. Jerry as I remember was a compassionate, warm hearted friend, that we called “Gramps” probably for the the same reason he was more recently called “Pappy”
I had just recently received some info that allowed me to track Jerry down and was crushed that I was to Late. RIP my Friend!
Ed was kind to share this news with us. I also served with Jerry in Vietnam with the 101st Airborne. We had some great times together before our tour in Nam. It’s really sad to see are brothers die. We took care of each other in Nam, Jerry was one of our brothers, a calm, easy going guy and greatly sorry to hear of his passing. My prayers are with you and your family. God Bless you Brother!