Rhonda Lee Cross, 53, of New Berlin, passed away on Wednesday, November 2, 2016 at the Mary Imogene Hospital in Cooperstown, New York.
Born on January 27, 1963, in Sidney, New York, Rhonda was the daughter of John and Darlene Cross.
Rhonda spent her childhood in the New Berlin area with her family, friends, neighbors and classmates. Most of her adult life she called Upstate New York her home. She also lived in Texas and West Virginia. She was a dedicated care provider, caring for patients in nursing homes and in home care. Recently calling West Virginia her home away from home, she cared for Alzheimer's patients as well.
Rhonda is surviving by many, most notably her daughter Holli, grandchildren Carter and Brealynn, future son-in-law Randall, her father John and devoted, caring, and most loving mother Darlene, siblings Brent, Shari, and Aaron, brother-in-law Ed, and sister-in-law Kelly, Theresa, girlfriend to Brent. Nieces and nephews Valerie, Eric, Megan, Dana, Adrienne, Mark, Jennifer and Chad. Great nieces and nephews include Kyles, McKenzie, Aiden, Nora, Madison. Aidan and soon to arrive, Levi. She is also survived by many loving aunts, uncles, and cousins, as well as remembered by her West Virginia family, the Mckinney's.
Viewing hours will be held at the Smyrna Baptist Church, Smyrna, New York, from 11-1p.m. On November 19, with funeral services officiated by Pastor Tim Button Sr. immediately following the viewing hours. All are welcome to join us after for a reflection gathering and farewell meal.
In lieu of flowers, we welcome you to make a donation to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements are by the Dakin Funeral Home. LP. New Berlin, New York. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.dakinfuneralhome.com.