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Monday, April 14, 2025
Deborah Hudson-Cross
Age: 74
City: Mechanicsville
Monday, April 14, 2025
Deborah Hudson-Cross
Deborah Hudson-Cross
Mechanicsville
Deborah Hudson-Cross, 74, of Mechanicsville, formerly of Fairfield, IL, passed away April 11, 2025, after a short illness.
Deb is survived by her two daughters, Denise and MegAnn and five grandsons.
Deb is also survived by siblings Chris, David, Dennis, Merv (Sharon), Michael, Penny (Bron), Donna, Ginger and Theresa as well as many nieces and nephews.
Deb was preceded in death by her parents Edward and Donna, brother Eddie, sister Luann and significant other Rodney Cross.
Per Deb's wishes there will be no services. Family will hold a celebration of life at a later date.