Mother Mary Elizabeth Stone Cross 'Honey'

Passed 01/29/2018

Obituary For Mother Mary Elizabeth Stone Cross 'Honey'

Mother Mary E. Stone Cross 'Honey', 86 of 6629 Rex Road in Holly Springs, NC passed on January 29, 2018. Her memories will forever be cherished by: two daughters, Mary Joyce Seymour (James) and Rev. Dr. Cathy Jones (Theodore); ten grandchildren, Brian Cross (Raquel) Travis Seymour, Tiffany Roberson (Dave), Greg Jones (Tammy), Ron Jones (Angie), Sherlene Jones, Venishia McCleod, Ricky Jones (Teresa), Tony Jones and Earsie Brown; twenty-three great-grandchildren; and seventeen great-great-grandchildren; one daughter-in-law, Annie Cross; three sisters, Dorothy Nesmith (Benny), Sarah Frances Judd, and Nannie Richardson (Milton); three sisters-in-law, Irma Stone, Gladys Stone and Josephine Cross; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends whom she loved; special friends, Ruby Bullock, and Miriam Gray; goddaughters; Mrs. Earlaine Harris, Rev. Louvenia R. Coleman, Brenda Mims and Annie Campbell.

Visitation: 2:00 - 7:00 pm Monday, February 5, 2018 at Trice Funeral Home Chapel, 127 N. West Street in Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526

Wake: 12:00 - 1:00 pm Tuesday, February 6, 2018 St. Augusta Missionary Baptist Church in Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526

Funeral will be held 1:00 pm Tuesday, February 6, 2018 at St. Augusta Missionary Baptist Church, 605 Bridge Street in Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526

Burial: Prince Chapel Church Cemetery in New Hill, NC



Guest Book

Chelle, Jr. and Shelby. Mark was a great husband, father and friend. We are saddened by this loss and pray for strength to the entire Rodgers/Slade family. We love you dearly!

- Mr. & Mrs. Clarence

Cathy. Earth has no sorrow that heaven can not heal. May God continue to bless you and your family.

- Ernest and Brenda

She was a beautiful lady, and did'nt mind telling you like it is,,,,,she will be missed, sorry for your loss.

- Peggy Speed

Cathy. Earth has no sorrow that heaven can not heal. May God continue to bless you and your family.

- Ernest and Brenda

I would like to offer my condolences to the Cross, Stone family. 86 years is quite an accomplishment according to the Bible (Psalm 90:10) and I know Ms. Mary has left you with many precious memories and will be greatly missed. Hopefully this scripture will give you comfort because Jehovah God (Psalm 83:18) is promising us he will do away with man's worst enemy, death. This is found for us at Rev. 21: 4; 'And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore.' For more comforting scriptures please visit: http://bit.ly/1K38EFt. It has given me hope, strengthened my faith and helped me find the answer to Why? I know it will do the same for you. God's kingdom that Jesus taught us to pray for at Matthew 6: 9, 10 will bring about these wonderful promises including the resurrection. John 6: 40 tells us: 'For this is the will of my Father, that everyone who recognizes the Son and exercises faith in him should have everlasting life, and I will resurrect him on the last day.' Also, Titus 1: 2 tells us this promise of a resurrection: 'is based on a hope of the everlasting life that God, who cannot lie, promised long ago. Isaiah 26:19 'Your dead will live......And the earth will let those powerless in death come to life.' Isaiah 25:8 'He will swallow up death forever. For Jehovah himself has spoken it.' This is a wonderful promise made to us by our heavenly father and I pray it brings you comfort and hope. Jehovah invites you to throw all your burdens on him and he will sustain you in your time of grief. Again, I offer my sincere condolences to the family. I pray you will find comfort reading the above scriptures in your personal Bible and to please watch this beautiful video (song 144) entitled 'Keep Your Eyes on the Prize' https://tv.jw.org/#en/video/VODChildren/pub-pksn_24_VIDEO If you had the opportunity to see your dead loved ones again, alive and in perfect health here on earth, would you take it?

- Julie Jarmon (myranj@centurytel.net)

So sorry for your loss, prayers for the family

- Chrissy

Sorry for your loss sending our condolences praying for the family. YMT Missionaries!

- Sandra

Sorry for your loss sending our condolences praying for the family. YMT Missionaries!

- Sandra

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- Julie Jarmon (myranj@centurytel.net)

Chelle, Jr. and Shelby. Mark was a great husband, father and friend. We are saddened by this loss and pray for strength to the entire Rodgers/Slade family. We love you dearly!

- Mr. & Mrs. Clarence

God bless you and my prayers are with you and your family.

- Elder Jo Ann Yates

Lift up a smile...for MOTHER MARY is already in paradise....

- Kaye and Butch

I was sadden to hear about the passing of your loved one. She was a sweet, soft spoken woman. She loved her family and she supported them in whatever they had to do. She will be missed but NEVER forgotten. I will continue to lift the family up in prayer. I have sat where you all are sitting now. Be blessed and continue to look to God for your strength.

- Lamont Rogers

Mrs. Honey will surely be missed. May God continue to give all of you strength and understanding now and in the near future. Blessings.

- Tonya Burt-Davis

Sorry to hear of your loss. Praying that God will grant you peace strength during this difficult time. GOD BLESS YOU.

- Geraldine Thompson

Our heartfelt sympathy in the passing of such a phenomenal woman, Mrs. Cross. She was so sweet and made us feel so special every time we met. To Rev. Cathy Jones and the entire family, Take comfort in God's love during these difficult days. Hold onto his unchanging hand, allow his shoulder to be the one you will lean on, and his hands to be there to wipe your tears. Please know our family will especially be remembering each of you in our thoughts and prayers during your time of bereavement.

- Taylor Family & Lamont Rogers

I'll always miss you, thanks for your friendship and your advice, I love you. Myriam

- Myriam Gray

Rev. Jones, my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. God bless and keep you during this part of your journey. Blessings, Murletta

- Murletta

Our condolence goes out to the family you're in our prayers this is from the Monroe Family we love you Pastor Cathy Jones and family

- Janet

Our prayers and condolences are extended to the Stone - Cross Family during this valley experience. May God sustain you now and in the days to come as you remember the sainted life of Mother Honey. She was truly a blessing to all. Love, Pastor Kenneth Swann & Cameron Grove AME Zion Church Family

- Cameron Grove AME Zion Church

Praying for the family, you all are in my thoughts and Prayers, God Bless you all, Love You

- Novella

Praying for the family, you all are in my thoughts and Prayers, God Bless you all, Love You Novella Lee

- Novella

Rev. Kathy and family; I was so sorry to hear about the home going of Ms. Honey. She was a remarkable lady and will truly be missed in the community by all. Every time I saw her she had a kind and inspirational word and I always loved just being in her presence. May God's continued blessings be with you now and in the days ahead. Love you all.

- Clarese M Howard

To the Family with Great Sympathy in the Loss of You Loved One. Heaven has certainly gained a Special Angel with the Biggest and Brightest Smile. Rest well my friend, Seniors In Need Programs Regan Hampton

- Regan Hampton

Sending our Condolence and Prayers to the family.

- Victoria Judd and family

Friday, February 02, 2018 So sorry for the loss of Ms Honey but there is no more pain or suffering for her here as she is now safe & resting in the Masters' arms. My prayers go out to you Pastor Kathy and the entire family as I know that she will be missed dearly! Darlene Moore

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We are so sorry for your loss. Miss Honey was always so kind and willing to share her knowledge of the McDonald family. Stan McDonald & family

- Stanley McDonald & Family

To the Family, Thinking of you with sympathy, love, and with a prayer that God will bless you and keep you in his care. Mattie W. Hines

- Mattie Winston Hines

To the Family our thoughts and prayers are with you. Hope it helps to know that God is holding your loved one in his arms and holding you in his heart. Many Blessing,

- Falton & Varetta Judd

Remembering the family with heartfelt thoughts of sympathy, hoping it helps to know that others care and share your loss. The Children of Eunice & Annie Winston

- Eunice & Annie Lee Winston Family

Sorry for the lost of your mother Ms. Honey was a sweet lady and she will be missed.

- Elroy & Mattie Austin

May God comfort you in this time of sorrow.

- Mary Kelly

Cathy I know you are a strong lady in your faith, but always let (some) people help you. I will always love and respect you for being lyou . Love Ruby Baldwin Jones

- Ruby Baldwin Jones

We're so sorry to hear about the loss of Elizabeth. May you find strength and comfort from the words of Psalms 34:18. It reads: “Jehovah is close to the brokenhearted; He saves those who are crushed in spirit.' Our loving God is there for us if we ask for his help (1 John 5:14). He didn't intend for us to grow old and die. He thus has made the SURE promise of a resurrection RIGHT HERE ON EARTH when it is restored to a beautiful paradise (Psalms 37:9-11, 29; Acts 24:15; Isaiah 55;11). Can you see yourself welcoming back to life your loved ones? What a joy it will bring all of us. You can go online to JW.ORG and find out more about this resurrection.

- R&R

Our deepest condolences to the Stone and Cross families on behalf of the Children of the late Fred and Rev Nettie M. Williams. We have many wonderful memories of Honey's faithful service at Princess Chapel and during her visits to Chalk Level! Our prayers are with Pastor Cathy and the entire family! Posted on behalf of Lewis, Arnetta, Fred, Ann, Kenneth, Karen and Carlis

- Fred

Our deepest condolences to the Stone and Cross families on behalf of the Children of the late Fred and Rev Nettie M. Williams. We have many wonderful memories of Honey's faithful service at Princess Chapel and during her visits to Chalk Level! Our prayers are with Pastor Cathy and the entire family! Posted on behalf of Lewis, Arnetta, Fred, Ann, Kenneth, Karen and Carlis

- Fred

To the Cross and Jones family..so very sad to hear of the passing of your love one. My prayers and thoughts of love and compassion are with you all. Be blessed in Jesus. Rev. Brenda Mills

- Brenda

My God hold you in prayer. Harry

- Harry

My God hold you in prayer. Harry

- Harry

My God hold you in prayer. Harry

- Harry

Sending condolences to you and your family. May God give you comfort.

- Charlotte McKenzie Hunter, YMT BOCE

We love you and are here for you!!

- Pastors Aide Parkwood CME Church

My condolences to the entire family of Mother Cross. In His love and service, Elder Nina P. Weldon

- Elder Nina Weldon

We are saddened by the loss of Mrs Honey but please find comfort in knowing to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. We love you all.

- Antonio & Yvette

We are saddened by the loss of Mrs Honey but please find comfort in knowing to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. We love you all.

- Antonio & Yvette

You are in my thoughts and prayers. Just know the Lord has another ANGEL. She was a great mom to me too. All my love, Elaine

- Elaine Woody

Cathy I am so sorry for your Loss. My Prayers goes out to you and your Family. Love You Cat

- Catherine Holland

Mother Cross was the example of what a true Christian was. When I was in need of new wheelchair, she and her church helped to raise money for me, a co-worker. She always had a smile and a kind word.

- Maria Annette McNeill

I love you family and Aunt Honey will truly, truly be missed. God is will always be remembered. Praying for strength in this time

- Keyettea

The entire St. Augusta Church family is praying with you and for you during this difficult time but yet we know a time of rejoicing for a life well-lived. We are here for your family. Love Pastor Connelly & Lady Joyce

- Rev. Dr. Marvin and Joyce Connelly

Lift up a smile...for MOTHER MARY is already in paradise....

- Kaye and Butch

Prayers for you Pastor Jones and Family.

- Senior Choir Parkwood CME Church

We will continue to keep you in our prayers.

- Women's Auxiliary Parkwood CME Church

Rev Jones and family you have my sincere condolences.Mother Cross will truly be missed.

- Veronica Sturdivant

You will be missed, so many hearts were hurt because of your death but I know your heart is filled with joy to finally be with JESUS!

- Loretta M. Granger

You are in our thoughts and prayers, Mother Cross was such a sweet lady,any time you meet her. She will be missed, but resting in the arms of Jesus.

- Betty Washington

Sorry for your loss praying for your family love you all

- Gloria

Sorry to hear about ms Cross

- kenneth and geneice pearson

May the God of peace and love surround the family of Mother Cross at this time. For she is safe in his arms. With prayer!

- Mamie Mckoy Richardson

Family, when I heard of your mom's passing, it reminded me of what she said to me at my mom's service. She said 'Carolyn I wanted to speak but I just don't know what to say. Now I feel the same way. God Bless.

- Whitaker, Carolyn & Johnny

So sorry for the loss of Ms Honey but there is no more pain or suffering for her here as she is now safe & resting in the Masters' arms. My prayers go out to you Pastor Kathy and the entire family as I know that she will be missed dearly!

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Sending my condolences and prayers to the family,she will truly be miss

- Delores

Sending my condolences and prayers to the family,she will truly be miss

- Delores

Sending my condolences and prayers to the family,she will truly be miss

- Delores

Sending my condolences and prayers to the family,we love you all

- Delores

I am so sorry to hear of Ms Honey's passing, she was a nice lady, I loved her so much, I will miss hearing her sing. She will be missed by a lot of people. Family stay strong, love yall.

- yvonne covington

RIP MRS HONEY

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RIP Mrs. Honey

- Jacqueline Burt

On behalf of Mother Marie Monroe and the Extended Families (King's, Cameron's, Scriven's and one William...Our Most Deepest Condolences. Thinking and Praying for you all on Today, Tomorrow and the Days to come. We Love Each and Everyone of You!!!

- Angela Monroe

We were deeply sadden to hear about the passing of your love one,but know in times like this God will take care of you. Deacon Barry&Sandra Dunn.

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May God Bless the Cross and Jones Family in this time of loss.She will be truly missed.What a reunion they are having in heaven now.With Deepest Prayers:The Family Of The Late Rev.Bessie Thorpe

- Min.Annette

Cathy, you are in our prayers. Your mother was such a sweet person. She always had that beautiful smile every time I saw her. Remember all of the good years that God shared her with us. God bless the entire family at this sad time. Jean & Wayne Mangum

- Jean

Praying God's comfort for your family.

- Darlene Norris-Bowden

Mother Honey exemplified what a true LADY is. She was so humble and kind. The true example of GRACEFUL.

- SBecoat

Sending my deepest condolences to the family. May God surround you with peace, Grace and Mercy at this difficult time. We will be praying for you. God bless.

- Rhonda

My Sincere Condolence To You and Your Family, May GOD Continue To Bless Each Of You In The Days To Come

- J 'Butch' Snelling

Family, I am so sorry for your loss. She will be sorely missed. Coming to P.C. will look so different. Be comforted to know that she is resting peacefully in His arms. Love you.

- Marilyn

Family, I am so sorry for your loss. She will be sorely missed. Coming to P.C. will look so different. Be comforted to know that she is resting peacefully in His arms. Love you.

- Marilyn

The impact that 'Ma Honey' has left in our lives, will never be forgotten. A woman of strong faith & a great warrior! Prayers today and in days to come during this very difficult time.

- Rishawn & Antoinette Seymore

Sending love and condolences to the Cross family.Mother Cross was such a blessing to many. You are in our prayers now and in the days to come.

- Pastor Harrison & Cathy

I'm so sorry for your loss. Ms.Honey was such a sweet lady. She will truly be missed.

- Angela

May God bless and comfort you all in your time of sorrow. Praying for the family.

- Melvis Harris