Thomas Cross
September 19 1963 - November 28 2003
Visitation :
John Quint Treboni Funeral Home
Wednesday December 3rd 2003 2:00-4:00 PM & 6:00-8:00 PM
1177 W. 5th Avenue
Columbus Ohio 43212
Services:
Thursday December 4th 2003 at 11:00 am
John Quint Treboni Funeral Home
1177 West Fifth Avenue
Columbus
, Ohio 43212
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Obituary
Thomas William Cross, age 40, passed away on Friday, November 28, 2003 at his residence. A graduate of Upper Arlington High School, Class of 1981. Founder and owner of Fountech and Global Chemicals, just two of several successful companies that Tom enjoyed running on a daily basis. He loved to fly helicopters and enjoyed using them for work. Tom was not afraid to dream big and then work hard to make those dreams come true. He had a great enthusiasm for life and was devoted to his family. Tom shared the gift of life through donation. He is preceded in death by parents William T. and Helen M. Cross. Survived by his wife Lori, children; Stacy and William, brother Larry(Bev)Caldwell and sister Elaine(Jerry)Troesch. Also surviving Tom are numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and a very close special friend Kelly Gleason. Family will receive friends on Wednesday, December 03, 2003 at the John Quint & Sons Funeral Home, 1177 West Fifth Avenue, from 2:00-4:00 p.m. & 6:00-8:00 p.m. Family will also receive friends 10:00-11:00 am on Thursday, December 04, 2003 followed by the funeral service at funeral home. Burial will follow at the Sunset Cemetery, 6959 West Broad Street. In lieu of flowers, friends who wish may contribute to the Cross Children Trust Fund, C/O the Arlington Bank, 2130 Tremont Center, Columbus, Ohio 43221. Condolences may be sent to www.johnquint.com.
Condolences for Thomas Cross
From : (Aunt) Jane
To : Lori, Stacy and William
Date: December 2nd 2003
I know that this is a very hard time in your life right now and I know what a great loss this is for all of you in your own special way. Please pull together and try not to hold things against each other. Tom was the glue that held you together and now it will be his memory. He would want you to stick by eachother and Communicate (He was the great communicater). Just remember don't let the little stuff get in the way of being a great family.
I love all of you very much and I promise I will always be there for you for anything that you need. I will have my listening ears on for all of you! I love you! Aunt Jane
From : Jane Mockler
To : Kelly
Date: December 2nd 2003
Dear Kelly,
I know that this is hard for you because you really are the person that has helped Tom to find true happiness. I know that he has told me that I have taken the blinders off and now he can see the light! I am so happy that you were there for him when he needed you the most. God put you in this situation for a reason. It is our job to figure just what that reason is. It is all part of God's puzzle for us. There is no reason to feel guilty for any thing that you or Tom have done. I believe it was all part of the plan! I would just like to extend to you my ear or shoulder if you ever need it. I wish you the best in the future. You are a great person. Jane
From : Bill Carmean, Allied Mineral Products
To : The Family of Tom Cross
Date: December 2nd 2003
Please accept my deepest sympathies on the passing of Tom. I have worked with Tom for over a decade and enjoyed having him be a part of our family. Tom accomplished many things in his short life and was very proud of his family. I will miss him a great deal. God bless you all.
From : Mr. Dennis Saker
To : Mrs. Thomas Cross
Date: December 2nd 2003
Lori, I am sadden by your loss, Tom was a fun, jovial person who always lifted my spirits. May God grant him eternal peace.
From : Bart and Wendy Williams
To : Lori, Stacy and William Cross
Date: December 2nd 2003
We are so sorry to hear about Tom. We have you in our hearts. If you ever need anything, please call.
Viva Las Vegas!
From : Tricia Wagy
To : Lori Cross
Date: December 2nd 2003
Hello Lori,
I am a grade school classmate of Toms' from St. Andrew. I just got to know him again after 25 years last summer. He seemed very happy with his life and spoke highly of you and your children. I am very sorry for your loss and hope that you will find peace soon.
Sincerely, Tricia Wagy
From : DAVID AND TERRI CIANELLI
To : LORI,STACY AND WILLIAM
Date: December 2nd 2003
THERE MAY BE LITTLE WE CAN SAY AND NOT MUCH WE CAN DO, BUT OUR THOUGHTS ARE THERE WITH YOU.OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY.
DAVID,TERRI CIANELLI
From : DAVID AND TERRI CIANELLI
To : LARRY CALDWELL AND ELAINE TROESCH
Date: December 2nd 2003
BOTH OF US WOULD LIKE TO SHOW OUR THOUGHTS AND HEARTFELT SYMPATHY DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME.
DAVID,TERRI CIANELLI
From : Emanuel Maniatis
To : Lori, Stacy & William
Date: December 3rd 2003
My deepest and sincerest condolences go out to Lori, Stacy and William.
I’ve known Tom and Lori for pretty much my entire life and you guys are
family. Tom will be greatly missed. He was always there for me, and I hope
that I was there for him whenever he needed a friend.
From : Jenifer Bernard Rasor
To : The Cross Family
Date: December 4th 2003
I am so sorry to have heard the news of your loss. Tom and I went to grade school together at St. Andrew, and I will always remember him as a kind person with a great sense of humor. Tom and I had the opportunity to catch up last year, and from that quick conversation I know how very proud he was of his family. My prayers are with your family during this difficult time.