Melvin "Buddy" William Cross

Melvin W. “Buddy” Cross, 84, of Warren passed away Sunday March 8, 2026, after a long decline from a stroke in 2014. He went gently to join those who preceded him in death. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Buddy was born January 26, 1942, in New Boston, Texas to the late Harvey Lyles Cross and Johnnie Johnston Cross.

Buddy was a dedicated, long-time member of Our Lady of the Pines in Woodville. After serving in the Navy Buddy became a spray pilot, and also a pilot mechanic. He loved all animals but found the most joy in spending time with his children and grandchildren. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

He is preceded in death by both parents, and his daughter Deana Sue Cross.

Buddy is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Becky Cross; his daughters, Daphne Cross and wife Georgetta, Patricia Cross and husband Craig Clack, and Allegra Cross; grandchildren, Stephanie Keffer and husband Kyle, Samantha Teal and husband Ross, and Shane Lambert and wife Alicia; great grandchildren, Isis, Nova, Ross III, Crocket, and Bishop; son-in-law, Clay Maugens; and a host of other family members and friends. 

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