Richard Cross

Richard “Beanie” Cross, 76, Bolivar, MO, formerly of Independence, passed away Monday, November 12, 2007 at Willard Care Center in Willard, MO. Graveside Services will be at 11:00 AM, Saturday, November 16 at Mount Washington Cemetery. A visitation will be held from 6-8:00 PM, Friday evening at Carson-Speaks Chapel, 1501 W. Lexington Ave., Indep., MO.
Richard was born Oct. 6, 1931 in Eldon, MO to John Henry and Hattie Cross. He served in the U.S. Army and then worked for Standard Oil in Sugar Creek before his retirement. He and his wife, Alma, then moved to Bolivar where Richard enjoyed fishing and family gatherings. Richard is survived by his wife, Alma Faye (Markham) Cross; two daughters, Lori Cross and Penny Cross; sister, Phyllis Sullivan and her husband Dale; nephew, Steve Hennigh and wife Myra; niece, Sandy Shonk and husband Dennis; nephew, Donald Hennigh and wife Sharon; cousin, Bob Simpson and wife Marilyn; and numerous grandchildren, great nieces and nephews, and extended family. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Cathy Arnold. Richard will be missed by all who knew him.