William Cross, age 69, was born on June 28, 1954 to Cosby and Mary Cross in Monterey, TN and passed away on October 15, 2023 at his home in the Pleasant Hill Community.

William is survived by his wife of 52 years, Deborah L. Cross; children William Anthony (Sarah) Cross and Stephanie (Jesse) Brown; grandchildren Martin, Damian, Will, Eli, Alora, Kacie Jo, and Danielle; siblings Larry Cross and Jeff Cross; sister-in-law Betty Cross; brother-in-law Eddie Barnwell; numerous nieces & nephews and great nieces & nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents Cosby and Mary Lucy (Mahoney) Cross; brothers Jerry, Gary, Dennis, and Danny; and sister Janie.

A heartfelt thanks to Dr. Mark Hendrixson and staff, Hospice of Cumberland County doctors and staff, and to Buckeye Home Medical and staff.

Services will be held on Thursday, October 19, 2023 at Smith’s Chapel. Visitation will be from 12-2pm with the service to follow at 2pm, Tracy Blankenship officiating. Burial will be in Smith’s Chapel Cemetery immediately following the service.