Date of Death: June 16, 2025
Service Details
Her family will receive friends Thursday, June 19, 2025 beginning at 3:00 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Newberg, 13021 Born St., Jones. A celebration of her life will follow at 5:00 p.m. at the church with Pastor Mike Owen officiating.
Obituary Notice
Brooke Taylor Cross, 32, of Three Rivers, went to heaven Monday, June 16, 2025.
She was born April 8, 1993 in Three Rivers. She was a big blessing to her parents Clay and Roxanne (Conde) Cross.
Brooke graduated from Howardsville Christian School with the Class of 2011. She was currently going to college to become a teacher. She grew up attending First Baptist Church of Newberg. She taught first grade Sunday School and was blessed by many children.
Brooke was a paraprofessional in special education for young adults at Kalamazoo Regional Education Service Agency (KRESA). She loved her students and made a big impact on their lives. She worked with some amazing young people that she adored dearly.
She had a tremendous heart for taking care of people. She loved specialty coffees, fishing, hunting, animals, reading, buying gifts and sunflowers that bloomed as bright as her personality.
Remaining to cherish her memory are her parents, Clay and Roxanne Cross; sister and best friend, Tirah (Austin) VanZile and their children Walker and Kodi; grandparents, Stan and Shirley Fricke; many special extended family, including lifelong family friends Cathy, Lindsey, and Katherine; beloved dogs (her kids), Gizzy and Gemma; several aunts, uncles, and cousins including the older cousin Jennifer Long who looked after her.
She was preceded in death by grandparents Bob and Miriam Cross, uncles Todd and Scott Conde, and many extended family.
Additional Information
Donations in Brooke’s memory may be directed to First Baptist Church of Newberg. Envelopes will be available at the church and at Hohner Funeral Home.
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Dear Roxanne and family, you are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your loss.
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Brooke at YAP. We bonded over our love for Gilmore Girls. She will always be remembered as a fierce advocate for her students and please know her love and compassion changed lives. I am sorry I am unable to make it today. Please know I am there in sprit and sending my love.
I will miss her because she was my parapros and she my friend 😭 she was too young 32 and I wish she didn’t died young 32
I will miss her because is was my parabro and my friend and I will miss her and love her
Brooke was my son’s Parapro. She wanted to be his respite provider. We had her over for dinner to get to know her better. I’m still in shock that this lovely person is gone. We will miss her dearly. Such a special person ❤️
Clay, Roxanne and family – Al and I extend our deepest sympathies with your precious loss of Brooke. Our hearts were devastated at the news of her passing. We have many fond memories of our families early years of adventures together when our girls were little and remember them with a smile. “Brooker” had a special place in our hearts – I can still see her shy smile when Allen would grab her with a hug and tease her every Sunday. Many times we don’t understand our Father’s plan but we must trust His will and timing. Our faithful prayers will continue for all of you. Sincerely with love, Allen and Kim Lammott
Clay and Roxanne,Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family during this difficult time.
Roxanne, Clay and Tirah, I am so sorry for your loss. My heart is broken for you all. Brooke had clearly grown into a special young woman. I trust your memories of her will comfort you as you navigate this difficult time.
As I’ve gotten older, I’ve found it so encouraging and rewarding to have the children I watched grow up and had in Sunday School grow up to be a treasured friend. I really got to spend some time with Brooke the year we offered a children’s class for those parents attending Wednesday night service. Brooke volunteered to help and she was always there, never missed, was engaged with each child and, on the occasional nights we didn’t have any kids, she stayed and visited with me. I really enjoyed getting to know her as an adult and contemporary. She will be missed by many and remembered with a smile as big and wide as the smile she always had for each of us. Praying God’s comfort for her beloved family and great peace knowing she is with her Lord.
There are no words for such a loss… forgive us as we try to bring some comfort.
Our hearts are saddened to hear of Brooke’s passing. We will miss her Beautiful Smile and Warm Heart. She always thought of Josh and Kyle as her Big Brothers and her as their Little Sister. We hope you find comfort in knowing Brooke is now in the loving arms of Jesus. Our prayers for all of the Family.
I am very sorry to hear about Brooke….May God bring comfort to her family…♥️🙏🏼♥️
I am so sorry. I enjoyed getting to know her these past couple of years. I didn’t see her often but sure enjoyed seeing her smiling face. What a kind soul who will be missed by many.
I love you all.
I am SO sorry to hear this. I worked with Brooke at KRESA and witnessed her love of the kids and their love of her. She also did respite care for my daughter. I always knew that she was in good hands with Brooke. Love and prayers to all of her family and friends.
Brooke was such a beautiful soul with an amazing and contagious smile. She will be missed by so many. Surrounding her family with much love and many prayers