David Lynn Cross

David Lynn Cross, age 80, a resident of Philippi, departed this life on February 18, 2026 at United Hospital Center, in Bridgeport due to complications following ankle surgery.  Although he had minor health problems death was unexpected.  Dave was born October 21, 1945, son of the late Marvin L. Cross Sr. and Kathleen (Board) Cross.

Dave was a graduate of Belington High School class of 1963, then enlisted in the US Army proudly serving our country for two years state side and one year in Korea. Dave worked for Mon Power, Republic Steel, and Badger Coal as a certified electrician, and retired from Mountaineer Gas

Dave was a self-taught talented man with many interest and hobbies.  He was a private pilot and owned a small Piper Colt which he enjoyed very much in his younger years.  He was a member of the Elkins Highlander Band and taught himself how to play bagpipes.  He was a 50 year plus member of Belington Masonic Lodge #125 AF & AM.  He was a certified scuba diver having enjoyed dives in the Florida Keys and the Cayman Islands among other diving sites.  He was a ham radio operator advancing his license to include Amateur Extra Class.  His call letters will now be retired.

Dave had a strong faith in God and often said he has seen the world from unclouded skies to the bottom of the ocean and he was very blessed.  Dave enjoyed surf and fly fishing, boating, and was able to build anything with his hands.  Dave was a kind and gentle man who enjoyed life to the fullest.  He will be sadly missed by so many.

Dave was united in marriage on March 1, 1968 in Junior, WV to the love of his life and soulmate Sue (Jones) Cross, who survives at their home in Philippi the couple was 10 days short of their 58^th wedding anniversary, having two brothers Marvin L. Cross Jr. and wife Carol of Huber Heights, OH, and Donald Cross of Belington; many nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great-great nephews; also survived by two local and very helpful nieces and husbands  Jeana Sue Foy and husband Jeremy, and Krista R. Tallman and husband Brent, who have played a major role in his life; sister-in-law Debbie (Jones) Kittle and late husband Richard.

At Dave’s request there will be no viewing.  A graveside service will be held in honor of Dave at Belington Fraternal Cemetery on Saturday February 21, 2026 at 2:00 pm.  Military honors will be accorded by the US Army and Belington American Legion Post #96, also Masonic graveside rites will be conducted by the Belington Masonic Lodge #125 AF & AM.  The family ask that in lieu of flowers to make donations in honor of Dave to Animal Friends of Barbour County PO Box 452 Philippi, WV 26416