Chester Louis Cross 1949-2025

Chester Louis Cross passed away at Baystate Medical Center in Greenfield on March 30, 2025.  He was born in Northampton on October 3, 1949 to Harry and Mildred (Ferron) Cross.  Chester spent his life in Williamsburg and Goshen MA.  He was married for 53 years to the love of his life Gloria Cross. 

Chester was a man who truly appreciated the simple pleasures of life—being outdoors, working with his hands, and enjoying time with loved ones. The way he spent his time with his tractors, animals, and campfires really paints a picture of someone who had a deep connection to nature and the people around him. The campfires, in particular, were special moments, filled with stories, music, and laughter.

He will be sadly missed by his wife Gloria, family and friends.  A celebration of his live will be held at their cottage on September 6, 2025 with a rain date of the 7th.

It’s beautiful that Chester had such a rich life surrounded by things that brought him joy. Do you have any special memories of those campfire moments or working on the farm or in the woods with him? Please feel free to share your stories at his celebration of life in September.