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Terry H. Cross

Terry Cross Obituary

CROSS, TERRY H. Master Sergeant USMC (Ret.)
On July 20, 2007, Master Sergeant Terry H. Cross, USMC (retired), beloved son of the late Vivian J. and William A. Cross, Sr. Survived by wife Ramona, sons Ronald, Tracy (Anne), Stacy; daughters Tersha, Delcina, Nianza; brothers Earl S. Jenkins (Estelle), Jerald T., Thomas E., Stephen P. (Velda); sisters Arnetta C. Perry (Wayne), Jacquelyn C. Greenfield (Mike), Regina T. Cross, seven grandchildren, Jamir, Tershauna, Tasia, Tiffany, Tracy II, Francoise and Tariq. He also leaves many nephews, nieces, relatives, and friends. Memorial Mass Saturday, July 28, 2007, 10:30 a.m. Christ the King Catholic Church, 29 North 32nd St., San Diego, CA. Private interment San Diego, CA. Donations will be forwarded to St. Peter Claver Catholic, New Orleans, LA to support the Hurricane Katrina relief ministry. Please sign the guest book at obituaries.uniontrib.com

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Published by San Diego Union-Tribune on Jul. 27, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Terry Cross

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71 Entries

Waymon Roberts

December 13, 2007

I had the pleasure of filling Terry's shoes upon his retirement from the Marine Corps. We have had a casual relationship through the years since our first meeting...bumping into each other here and there every so often. We always intended to get together more regularly. But how often do we say that? I'll miss Terry and wish his family well.

Carla L. Young, M.D.

August 11, 2007

Dear Ramona,

I am sorry to learn of your husband's passing. Although I did not have the pleasure of meeting him personally, I was touched by all of the loving sentiments from others. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Donnie Ashford

August 11, 2007

Ramona,
I got to know Terry when he volunteered to teach CCD. Terry was
very dedicated to his work and the
children. Even though we provided
snacks, you could always see Terry
with his pink box of doughnuts for
his class. He always wanted something special for his kids. His
students will always remember him as
a very loving person, as well as the
tours he took them on of the church,
and the Stations of the Cross.
Donnie

Marquetta Brown

August 8, 2007

Mona,
Our hearts were saddened when we heard of Terry's leaving this physical world. Be comforted by your cherished and beautiful memories and the joy you gave each other. We love you and want you to know if we can be of any assistance, please do not hesitate to let us know.
Yours in Christ, Michael, Marquetta, and Robin Brown

Neal Apfelbeck

August 6, 2007

Mona,

I only met you a couple of times but I am very sorry for your loss. Terry will be sorely missed by all that knew him. I was glad to be counted among his friends.

Yvonne Suiter

August 5, 2007

Mona,
I knew your husband for over 23 years so I have a lot of memories of him. His passing has left a hole in my heart. He was very special to both me and my kids. He made single parenthood bareable. His impact on CTK, St. Patrick's, St. Mark's, Peter Claver can not be measured. I'm sure Stan, Dave, Norm, and Terry are dancing in heaven right now.
Goodbye Landshark

Mary Thomas and Family

August 4, 2007

Ramona, my prayers and deepest sympathy to you and your family. I am forever grateful to you and Terry for all you both did for me when Norm was sick and at his passing. I know that Norm, Dave and Stan walk their brother Terry over and thru the light. You can bet they are showing him all around heaven and telling him about the great joy and time he is about to have. Ramona as you walk around your home and enter the doors of CTK, know that God is taking good care of Terry and he is so proud to have another solider for Christ home with him. Be bless and at peace for the love you and Terry have will never be lost. He will be forever remembered and I am so thankful I had the chance to talk with him this pass January when I was home. Take care and we all send our love and prayers to you and your family.

Regina Cross

August 4, 2007

Mona,
You are a gift to this family. I will always be grateful to God that he allowed you into Terry's life and ours. Please know that we will always be together to strengthen and comfort each other. I thank my God for you on every occassion.

Cathy Klasen

August 2, 2007

I am deeply saddened at the news of Terry's unexpected passing. My thoughts go out to the Cross family. I will always remember Terry's upbeat personality and his wonderfully warm smile. He was a great man who will be missed by many.

Steven Burgess

August 2, 2007

Terry,
My condolences to your family and friends. You served your family, coworkers, church, community, and country with boundless energy and unconditional love. Your impact was demonstrated by the outpouring of love at informal and formal memorial celebrations throughout the USA. The Christ the King Catholic Church memorial celebration in San Diego CA was extremely well done and we learned even more about the extent of your love and influence. As PLATO (427-437 BC) noted: “The soul of man is immortal and imperishable”. Terry, you most definitely have soul, and may your immortal soul sustain those in need. Keep on smiling good friend. CHEERS. Steve. MCPO USN (Ret.)

Maria Pittman

August 1, 2007

Dear Mona, this is Maria Pittman, the spanish lady who spoke for St. Peter Claver last Sunday. I'm sorry for your loss, and my family and I send you our condolences. My our Father comfort you in this time, and always. I know that Terry is resting in peace with Christ. Maria

Charlyne Smith

August 1, 2007

Mona,
Please know that you and your family are in my prayers. We all will miss Terry and his always pleasing smile.
With Love and Prayers,
Charlyne Oslin-Smith

T'Sonya

August 1, 2007

As I called The Altar Society church group, I heard so many stories about Terry and the warm, considerate,kind, and funny things he has done and was doing with so many different people.

What a wonderful soul!

It was perfect that he had a Bishop Perry at his bed side at Terry's time of need ... What better way can a man go that walked with God and showed it in so many ways to so many people!

Dorothy Kwiat

July 31, 2007

Ramona: I was sad to hear of Terry's passing. Know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Rita Hoey

July 31, 2007

Mona, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

Christoph Weber

July 31, 2007

Terry was one of the nicest people on the TSRI La Jolla campus. Warm and friendly don't even begin to describe his personality. I'll miss bumping into him, exchanging a broad smile and a few kind words.
My sincerest condolences to the Cross family.

Luc Teyton

July 31, 2007

Condoleances to Terry's family and friends. A great loss for all of us. We will miss his smile and kindness. I am glad I met him.

Charles David Stout

July 31, 2007

Terry was a very warm and gracious human being, and a family man of strong and very sincere values. He could always be counted on, and over the years everyone in the lab came to depend on him. He played an essential role in maintaining our equipment and played an essential role in facilitating a great deal of research throughout the Scripps campus.

Maneesh Yadav

July 30, 2007

I had the pleasure of knowing Terry while I was a graduate student at TSRI. I was always impressed with his smile and happy outlook. He often enjoyed bringing candy by the labs and giving a little bit to everyone.

He always worked very hard, getting the X-ray machines working. Just such a nice guy, and it saddens me to think that won't get to wave hello to him around the TSRI campus anymore.

My most sincere condolences to Terry's family.

I remember meeting him at O'Brien's
while having dinner around the Convoy area once. I still remember him telling me how that was one of his favorite spots to hang out.

Richard Dean

July 30, 2007

Although I met Terry as a customer, he was one of the happiest and most sincere people I knew. Given the many dilemmas we went through together, he always had a smile. He reminded me of the joy you should get from every day of your life. I hope his family will take solace in knowing his joy spread out to many people. I'll miss my friend.

Teddy Pina

July 30, 2007

Ramona, I wish to express to you and your family my sincere condolences. I will miss Terry's smile as he would greet me every Sunday at church. He is with our Lord and still smiling. May you continue to feel his presence in your life as you heal from the grief.

Chuck Smallwood

July 30, 2007

Terry was very special employee and friend. We talked a lot in my Parking Lots At Scripps Research. I am also a Vietnam Veteran from the Navy.God Bless him and all of his family. I will always miss Terry.

Cheryl Guess

July 30, 2007

Dear Romana and Family, It goes without saying that we will certainly miss Terry...his smile was contagious and no matter how you were, you felt even better after a "hello" and smile from him. He was a man of God who served Him to the end. He always made Shaun and Nikki feel special, and represented the best qualities of a Catholic. Thank you for sharing him with the rest of us. Love, The Guess Family

Enedina Saucedo

July 30, 2007

I came back to town and was shocked by the news of Terry's passing. Terry was my son and daughter's catechist. It will not be the same coming to Christ the King knowing he is not there to greet us anymore. Our prayers are with Mona and family.

Edwina Hardieway

July 30, 2007

Dear Ramona,

We send our prayers for you and your family at this time of sorrow.
Remember that those who have passed on are intervening on your behalf. They are another angel loving you and looking out for your welfare.
Edwina and Seth Hardieway

Lynda Dorazio

July 29, 2007

I did not know you, Terry, but I felt comfort watching you holding your prayerbook. I pray for the repose of your soul. My heart felt condolences to Ramona and all your family.
Sincerely,
Lynda Dorazio

Tim and Terry Griffin

July 29, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of sorrow. Our Father has called him home and Terry is a peace with God.

Marlene Jones

July 29, 2007

Ramona, Terry always greeted my family with that great big smile of his! He always made it a point to talk to my Grandson Tre'von,thus building that bond with him. He always asked about Ernie and was very special to us. He will be missed terribly. We all send you our love!

God bless!
Marlene Jones and family

Latisha Marshall

July 28, 2007

Mr. Terry has always treated me and my son with respect he always played with my son. And he and his wife Mre. Romona has always showed me and my mom and son love. He will be missed and he will always be loved. But I know that He is in the army of the lord right now and we will see him and all the other members of the church we lost when someday.

Erica Ollmann Saphire

July 28, 2007

Dear Mona and family,
I was so sad and shocked to hear that you and we have lost Terry. I was away at a meeting and only just heard. His smiling face was the first thing I ever saw in the x-ray lab at Scripps, and he patiently taught me and the other students how to get the most out of the beam and enjoy our research - and he always had candy for us when we didn't. Although we will miss his technical expertise, it's the loss of his winning, positive personality that makes this such a bitter loss. His kind and gentle spirit have always been a part of Scripps for me, and contributed to this being a happy place for all of us. Scripps is a big place, and there are a lot of people who have been there a very long time. But Terry was one of those people whose reassuring presence defined Scripps for me. It's going to take a while for this to sink in. I can't imagine the place without him. I know when I go into work on Monday, I'll expect to wave to him in the garage just like I always did. For me, his spirit is still around. And I think that for all of countless people who remember Terry fondly, he is still with us.

Charo & Rob Minton

July 28, 2007

Mona,
May your heart feel no doubt, that he sure is smiling down on you. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you.

Karl Pierce

July 28, 2007

Terry, it has been an honor and a blessing to serve the church with such a wonderful friend as you are. I miss you and I know you are home waiting with JC for the rest of us. You have been a great example of a man of God to me and all with whom you came into contact. Vaya con Dios! Ramona, you and all of the Cross family are in my thoughts and my prayers.

Yours in Christ and Claverism!!

Daneel & Sasha Mitchell

July 28, 2007

Dear Ramona and family, Terry always had words of wisdom that he had given to Sasha, and she would listen and learn from him because he was for real with her. We will miss him truly, but I know he is in good hands.

Fr Wayne Negrete, SJ

July 28, 2007

Ramona,
I am sadden by the news of Terry's passing. My heart and prayers go out to you and your family at this time.
Terry was always warm, welcoming, positive and affirming towards all. He was also extremely generous with his time and talent with the CTK parish community.
Let us be confident that Terry, now in the presence of God, offers prayers for us who remain.

Carol Duplessis

July 28, 2007

To all of Terry’s extended family: I usually got a message in the form of a joke from Terry in the middle of the night, or early morning. Terry loved a good joke (including an electronic snowball fight) and laughed a lot. In between the e-jokes he let me know that things were going well, and never hesitated to send a note for prayer for Mona, whom he has shared with me that his marriage to her made him unbelievably happy. You could tell how much he loved you, Mona, because he never failed to mention you, and he lit up when he was in your presence.

May God receive Terry with his legacy of a human who did the best he could, greeted and left people with a smile, and rarely said no if he had the expertise to help (and when he didn’t know, he read up on it). There has to be a special place in heaven for people who always try to leave people better off for his being there.

I will miss your jokes and your presence, Terry. Sending love and prayers to all of his family.

Michael Mandala, S. J.

July 28, 2007

Dear Mona,
I am confident that Terry is with our God. I pray in gratitude for his life which was so loving and caring of others. I pray for you and the family that the good Lord may console you all. Lots of love.

Charlie & Suzi Dominey

July 28, 2007

Terry,

I have never had a more true friend in the world than you. You have always been there for me. After I got back home and passed where the Padres play Spring Training games, your smile always came to my mind.

My wife and I send our thoughts and prayers to your family and friends. You will be forever missed and never forgotten!

Fr. Aghonkhianmeghe Orobator, SJ

July 28, 2007

Terry was always very kind and welcoming to me during my brief stay at CTK. He embodied the Christian values of hospitality, generosity and friendship. May he rest in peace.

Bill Smith

July 28, 2007

Dear Ramona and family,
On behalf of Alice Smith, Cecelia Roberts and Bill Smith our condolences are with you on your loss of your wonderful husband and a great man. Mom really loved him and appreciated the kindness he showed her each and everytime.

Sincerely,
Alice Smith and Children

Cheryl Blackwell

July 28, 2007

Mona and Family,
Terry was a shining example of how we should live. He always had a smile on his face. He was the first to help someone or be concerned about them.

He loved you, Mona, and he loved life in general. You have wonderful memories of your trips together. You showed us not to wait until retirement to do things and see as much as possible.

We will all miss Terry's physical presence but he is partying with Stan, David, Norman and many others right now. He'll be near you whenever you think of him with a smile and fond memories.

Be encouraged, my sister. You know you can always call on us.

Deacon Marvin Threatt

July 28, 2007

Terry Cross was a man who lived the Gospel mandate "Love your neighbor as yourself". He was a man at peace with himself,his fellowman, and his God. It showed in all his encounters with me and so many others. May he rest in peace.

Ophelia Chavez Correa

July 28, 2007

Dear Ramona,
I am deeply saddened by Terry's passing. It was a shock to all of us, I'm sure. I had the pleasure of working with Terry on past Parish councils, finance, and of course May Festival committees. Terry was truly a gentleman, could get along with everyone, always willing to lend a hand. He will be sorely missed.
Love, Ophelia.

Fr. Tommie L.C. Jennings

July 28, 2007

To Ramona,
Please accept my condolences for your tremendous loss. Know that you and the family are in my prayers. I miss Terry very much. That warm infectious smile of his broke down language barriers and made many friends. The other night while talking to a number of Spanish speakers, the only way they remembered him and knew who I was talking about was when I described his smile…then they knew; then they were very sad and so was I, and so was I. He will be so missed.

Judy Klisiewicz

July 27, 2007

I've only known Terry a few years, through his wife and dear friend Mona, but in that short time I came to care about him as much as I do Mona. What a great loss for all of us. My deepest sympathy to all of his family and friends.

Barry Rutledge

July 27, 2007

The world has truly lost a great one in Terry. I have never heard a cross word from his ever smiling mouth. I am so very sorry to hear of his passing. He will be missed by those who knew him and by those who never had the chance.

Jane Dyson

July 27, 2007

We are very sad to lose Terry. He was always such a cheerful and pleasant colleague.

Ruby Ford

July 27, 2007

Mona: We love you and share your loss. If there is anything we can do, please please don't hesitate to let us know. Love Ruby, Marye, Uncle Chester and Evelyn Davis

Ashley McCallie

July 27, 2007

Mrs.Mona and family,
May God be with you in your time of sorrow, and that you will get through this.
Love Always,
Ashley

Michelle Rogers

July 27, 2007

Mona & family may God Bless you and your family during this time of sorrow.

Love,
Michelle & Michael

Janie Partridge--TSRI

July 27, 2007

Please accept my condolences for your tremendous loss.
I ran into Terry several times a week at TSRI. He always had a big grin and infectious smile, always said hello. He will be so missed.

Julio Hernandez

July 27, 2007

Terry, It has been an honor and a privilege to have known you. Semper Fi!

Jeff Speir

July 27, 2007

Dear Cross Family,

I was deeply saddened to hear of Terry's passing. I felt like I had just talked to him the other day. I have known Terry for a number of years (working at TSRI), and worked closely with him for a few of them when I helped manage the Wilson x-ray lab. Terry was a wonderful man, caring, always smiling, patient and easy going, and fun to work with. He was a site to see walking around in his lab coat, but most impressive was his big smile! I was immediately impressed when I first learned that he was retired USMC (my father was career Navy), and it must be an interesting story how he ended up knowing so much about x-ray generators and other lab equipment. I wish I had asked him. He taught me how to do a lot with those machines, including changing the delicate filaments that helped generate the x-rays. It took care and expertise so that they didn't burn out too quickly, and he did it perfectly. He did all his work that way. We would swap stories and tease each other while doing these chores, so I know he loved and was very proud of his family, and it showed every time I saw him - it anchored him and made him happy. He was my friend, and I will miss him. I'm a better person having known and learned from Terry and will never forget him. My family and I wish you the very best during this difficult time.

Jeff Speir

Jim DiMaggio

July 27, 2007

I wish to express my condolences to you and your family. Terry Always had a smile and a pleasant greeting. He will be sorely missed.

Nancy Humphries

July 27, 2007

Everytime I would see Terry @ work his exact words to me were "Am I gonna see in church on Sunday?".

Well Terry, you will be happy to know you will be seeing me in church on Saturday, only I wish you were going to be there in person.

You will be deeply missed.

Byung Woo Han

July 27, 2007

Dear Mona & Family,

I cannot forget Terry's warm smiles
which we deeply appreciated every
morning.

May God bless you and your family
in this time of sorrow.

Sincerely,

Paula J. Lindsay

July 27, 2007

Dear Ramona and family, I cannot express the sorrow I feel. I hope and pray that you and your family will weather through this tremendous loss. Terry was always smiling and he was always so helpful. We will miss you deeply, Terry. We'll all miss you and your friendly face.
Paula
Paula

John "Mack D" Ford

July 27, 2007

I'm so sorry for your and our loss. But please know that Terry now sits at GOD's right hand. And if I know Terry he is looking around for the hoop court. Much Love

Leslie Madden

July 27, 2007

Dear Cross Family~

I didn't know Terry very well but what I do know of him is that he ALWAYS had a smile on his face and a friendly hello whenever I ran into him on campus at TSRI. A kind, kind man who will be sorely missed by more than you realize. Wishing his family peace and strength during this difficult time.

~Leslie Madden (TSRI)

John Conde

July 27, 2007

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Margaret Lewis & Family

July 27, 2007

Dearest Ramona and family,

I want you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during your time of sorrow. My family and I are thinking of you and your family and wishing you hope in the midst of your sorrow, and comfort in the midst of your pain.

With Heartfelf Sympathy

Brent Evans

July 27, 2007

Terry, You always had a smile on your face and a warm greeting for everyone you meet. I'll miss seeing you at O'Brien's but I know that our paths will cross again when the time comes.

Vernon W.Chandler

July 26, 2007

Terryson you will surely be missed by Nana and Papa and so many that you helped and could never say no to.God Bless you Son.

Wanda Behneke

July 26, 2007

Mona and your entire family:

Words cannot express the depth of my sympathy for your loss. Terry was truly one of the most wonderful people I have ever met. I know he is with The Lord now and hope this brings you some measure of comfort. I will always remember his smile and how he just enveloped everyone he met in his love and caring. We were all blessed to know him.

DIRK ALLEN

July 25, 2007

Terry, you were a great friend. We will all miss your warm smile and the pleasant hello and goodbye you greeted everyone at O'Briens with. Your connection with us all will remain strong through memories we shared over the past few years. There will be a cold pint and an egg salad sandwich waiting for you whence we meet again my friend. May you rest in peace and take solace in knowing you enriched the lives of everyone you met. We will miss you terribly. God Bless...

Cassandra Lee-Austin

July 25, 2007

Dear Ramona and family,

While I did not know Terry very well, I do remember his friendly smile and that he was great blessing for Ramona. I pray that you will find strength in your faith and peace in your loving memories. Let me know if I can do anything for you. With my deepest Sympathy,

Bobby and Deniece Needham

July 24, 2007

To Ramona and The Cross Family,
We will always cherish the memories of our friendship with you and Terry. This sudden loss of a dear friend leaves our hearts heavy. May the support and prayers see you(Ramona) and the Cross family through this difficult time.
We love you.

Rhonda Howard

July 24, 2007

Ramona,

For as long as I can remember Terry wore the biggest smile I've ever seen. The contagious act was always a warm welcome or a bitter sweet goodbye. It's funny how any thought of him will bring a smile to my face. We are all blessed to have had such a loving man in our lives. May God continue to bless you and keep you steadfast in this difficult time.

With Love,
Rhonda & Jerrell

Harold and Lanell Alston

July 24, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Virgil and Yasmin Reavis

July 24, 2007

To Ramona,

We were very saddened to hear of the loss of your husband (Terry). We share in your loss because you two were just like family to us. We appreciate and are very thankful for the time God allowed you two to share in our lives. You guys were the perfect example of how to love and to cherish each other every day and live life to the fullest because tomorrow is not promised. To Jackie and the entire Cross family; The scriptures tells us that weeping may endure for a night but joy cometh in the morning. Keep your faith, keep praying, and one day we all will be rejoicing in heaven together.

Love always,

Virgil and Pinkie

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