David H. Cross
David H. Cross, 65, of Oconto, passed away Saturday, March 15, 2014 at his
home with his wife, Sue, by his side. David was born May 11, 1948 in
Waukesha to Ken and Ruth (Raduachel) Cross. He married Susan Williams on
December 13, 1976. David served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps from
June of 1966 to June of 1970 as Crew Chief, Medivac Unit. Serving during the
Viet Nam War, David was awarded 3 Purple Hearts, Silver Star, Air Medal with
24 OLC, Navy Commendation, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service
Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Combat Air Crew Insignia with 3, President
Unit Citation, Combat Action Ribbon, Good Conduct Medal and V. V. Cross of
Galanty. David worked as DNR Warden for Oconto County for 8 years and then
retired from the Oconto, US Post Office. He was a member and Deacon of First
Presbyterian Church, Oconto, member and Past Commander of American Legion
Post #74, Oconto, and member of Oconto County Historical Society.
David is survived by his wife, Sue Cross, Oconto; mother, Ruth Cross,
Oconto; sister, Barbara Weber, Waukesha; brother, Bruce Cross, Waukesha; and
nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Ken Cross;
sister, Diana Fleischman and brother Scott Cross.
The family will receive relatives and friends at the First Presbyterian
Church, Oconto, from 11 AM to 2 PM Thursday, March 20, 2014. Funeral
services will be conducted 2 PM Thursday at the church with the Rev. Craig
Alwin officiating. Military Rites by American Legion Post #74, Oconto.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.gallagherfuneralhome.net.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be given.