Alford Cross (1947-2022)

Alford W. Cross

( March 18, 1947 - April 14, 2022 )

Alford W. Cross, age 75, of Iron River, MI, passed away on Thursday, April 14, 2022, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.

He was born on March 18, 1947, in Pampa, TX, the son of the late Clarence and Mary (Barton) Cross.  Alford was a veteran of the Army National Guard. 

Alford married Linda Treado on March 25, 1988, in Tulsa, OK.  The couple celebrated their 34^th wedding anniversary this year.  

He was employed as a police officer in several states during his career.  Alford was a man of faith and a member of The First Presbyterian Church, where he served as a deacon.  He was also a member of the Fraternal Order of Police and served on the board of the Beechwood Historical Society.  Alford was an artist and avid wood carver.  He enjoyed being outdoors in nature feeding the wildlife and caring for his property.  He loved his four dogs.

Alford had been hospitalized for the last 4 weeks being treated for leukemia. Totally healthy before that.

Alford is survived by his wife, Linda; son, Joshua (Danielle) Christensen of Eagle River, WI; daughter-in-law, Christine Cross of Dallas, TX; brother, Bill (Juaniza) Cross of Dallas, TX; brother-in-law, Glen (Sue) Treado of Crivitz, WI; grandchildren, William and Mary Cross; extended family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his sons, Kari Cross and Samuel Christensen.

Visitation will be held on Monday, April 25, 2022, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Jacobs Funeral Home in Iron River.  A funeral service will follow at 11 am with Pastor Dawn Robbins to officiate. 

Interment will be in Rosehill Cemetery.