Robert O. Cross Sr.
January 17, 1940 ~ August 18, 2024
Born in:
Stamford, Texas
Resided in:
San Antonio, Texas
Robert Odell Cross Sr., 84, passed away August 18, 2024 in Adkins, Texas. He was born January 17, 1940 to Robert Calvin Cross and Olive Mae Odell. Robert met and married the love of his life, Patsy Ruth Crouch, and together raised their son, Robert O. Cross Jr. while working to provide for his family. After high school, Robert joined the Army Reserves. Always the hard worker, he attended San Antonio College where he obtained his degree as an X-Ray Technician, and later in life, went on to open his own business. He owned and operated R.O. Cross Contracting alongside his son and wife until his retirement in 2014. One of Robert’s greatest joy in life was to be on the Building Committee and Operating Committee for the San Antonio Assembly Hall for 20 years after completion.
Robert was kind, calm and loving. Always the gentleman, Robert was always there to lend a helping hand. His gentle and loving spirit will be dearly missed by those who loved him.
Left to cherish his memory are his beloved wife of 59 years, Patsy R. Cross; son, Robert O. Cross Jr. and wife, Rocio Vera Luna; grandchildren, Caitlin Morgan Gibson, Taylor Lauren (Thomas) Martinez, Garrett Reed Cross, Francisco (Catherine) Murillo, David Vera, Javier Murillo, Nicole Murillo and Yara Murillo; great-grandchildren, Emily Mei Murillo and Isaac Armando Murillo; extended family and friends.
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thoughts and prayers are with the family , can’t say enough good about Bob . He will be missed .
I will always love Bob & Patsy & Robbie. We go way back. Bob & Lee Roy were very close. I remember the quick builds like they were yesterday. 😊❤️
A loss that goes deep. Bob was an amazing spiritual man. Love learning deep Bible prophesies at the book study when we were in Harlandale in the ‘70s.
What wonderful times I had every time we were together. Whether in the same congregation, on hall builds , or working at the assembly hall. My family and I love y’all dearly ❣️
I really enjoyed working with Bob on theocratic projects, RBC, conventions and San Antonio Assembly Hall. I always enjoyed his kind manner and hard work. May a Jehovah be with family.
Bro Robert Cross was so kind and loyal to Jehovah and loved serving the brothers and organization for many years. I learned a lot from him serving with him at a district convention and knew him through my family. Patsy also was so loyal and kind caring daily for my mother in law Tracey Copeland in her final days and weeks. Intense love and prayers for the family.
I have fond memories of working with Bob in the administration dept. at district/regional conventions.
My deepest condolences.
My memories of Bob go back to the early sixties. We became acquainted at that time and soon that acquaintance grew into a friendship that resulted in both of us dedicating ourselves to Jehovah followed up by baptism. Bob thereafter became very involved in the truth as a Bethelite and among other privileges as Convention Overseer over and over again.
This eulogy could go on and on but it emphasizes his love for Jehovah.
I look forward with Patsy to seeing him in the “resurrezione of the righteous” and enjoying renewed associazione with him forever in paradise.
Bob was a dedicated and supportive Brother who played a crucial role in “building” the San Assembly Hall!!! His efforts behind the scenes along with his encouraging conversations clearly made him well loved.
My condolences to the family. May Jehovah give you comfort and strength during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
My heart goes out to Patsy and Robbie I’ve been praying and I’ll continue to pray for y’all
We mourn, yes, but our hope provides needed comfort. We love you Patsy.
The story I remember about Bob was that back in the day bethelites would get 14$ a month for expenses but he sent $5 of that home to Patsy to save for their wedding . So he survived on $9 a month for 4 years. What a guy !
Patsy, it’s hard to fully express how deep our feelings are. It does help so much to remember that Jehovah misses his prayers and expressions of worship along with us. He is alive to Jehovah and will be back with us hale and hearty. What grand reunions we will have!
Pop pop gave all he could for Jehovah and hearing his stories was really fortifying because there is no doubt Jehovah blessed his efforts to do his will throughout his life with the love and support of his awesome wife Mama Patsy. True example of a Christian marriage~ I love you dearly and will see you soon💞
Sending our deepest sympathies to you Patsy, Robbie, Caitlin, Taylor, and Garret on the loss of our dear servant, brother, husband, dad, grandpa and friend. He always had a smile and never says a negative remark but always upbuilding and encouraging. Hardworking in everything he was a part of in RBC. Fond memories.
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