Kevin "Redbone" Brent Cross

Kevin Brent “Redbone” Cross, age 70, of Franklin, WV, passed away on Saturday, February 10, 2024, at his home. He was born on March 12, 1953, in Fairmont, WV, the son of the late Blaine and Charlotte “Jean” (Snodgrass) Cross. 

Kevin was a 1971 graduate of Mannington High School and was a Christian by faith. He was a member of the Mannington Moose Lodge #1344, Mannington Elks Lodge #388, and the United Mine Workers. 

Kevin had worked various jobs until February 1975, when he started working for Eastern Federal #2 Mine. In 1978, he was elected head of the United mine Workers Mine Safety and served in that position until his retirement in 1995. Kevin was also a member of the underground fire fighting team and a member of a select team trained to cut through gas wells underground. 

Kevin leaves behind to cherish his memory: 3 cousins, Cheryl Smith, Deana Raulerson (Roger), and Donna Hough (Bobby); 1 aunt, Mary Lou Hendershot of Lakeland, FL; countless friends of 30 years, including, Larry Curry and Kenneth and Joy Warner. In addition to his parents, Kevin was preceded in death by a brother, Brian Keith Cross.

In honoring Kevin's wishes, his body has been cremated. Memories and words of comfort may be left at www.basagic.com or on Facebook at Basagic Funeral Home.