Paris O. Cross Jr.
July 23, 1942 - February 23, 2022
Paris O. Cross Jr., 79 of Mays passed away Wednesday, February 23, 2022. Paris was born in Indianapolis on July 23, 1942 to the late Paris O. and Betty Mae (Felt) Cross Sr. He was a 1961 graduate of Mays High School. Paris married Connie Wooldridge on April 12, 1963 and she survives. Paris operated the family business POC Industry Machine in Mays from 1968 until he retired in 2018. He owned and operated Horseshoe Bend Golf Course. Paris was a former member of Center Christian Church. Paris was an avid sports car racing driver and enjoyed golf, hunting and being outdoors. In addition to his wife Connie, Paris is survived by 2 sons, Brandon (Annie) Cross of Mays, Brock (Maggie) Cross of Rushville, 2 daughters, Tammy (Bobby) Cowan of TN., Tracy (Jon) Caplinger of Milburn, FL, 2 brothers, Bob Cross of Ena FL, Frank C. Cross of TN, 2 sisters, Betty Jean Andrews of Greenfield, Toni (Joe) Hodson of Rush County, many grandchildren and several great grandchildren. In addition to his parents, Paris was preceded in death by his step mother, Martha Rowena (Cleaver) Cross and a brother, Hershel Ernest Cross. Services will be private at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in Center Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.
Paris O. Cross Jr., 79 of Mays passed away Wednesday, February 23, 2022. Paris was born in Indianapolis on July 23, 1942 to the late Paris O. and Betty Mae (Felt) Cross Sr. He was a 1961 graduate of Mays High School. Paris married Connie... View Obituary & Service Information