Brian Joseph Cross, Columbia, SC, 50, passed on July 25, 2022 as a result of a fall. Brian was born on June 29,1972 in Holyoke, Mass. Brian resided in Columbia, S.C. with his parents, Mary Ann and Belford (Bel) Cross.

Brian graduated from Greer High School in Greer, S.C. He worked for Home Depot for several years and loved the interaction with the customers, he was a true people person. Brian is survived by his brother, Steven Cross, wife Amy, his nieces, Sophia, Chloe, and his nephew, William Finn. Brian is also survived by his loving aunts and uncles. Margaret O'Connor, Thomas Donovan, Daniel Donovan, Katherine Donovan, Patricia Whalen, Barbara Larssen as well as numerous cousins. Brian loved his extended family and counted the days to holiday visits, they were the joy of his life. Brian enjoyed and was masterful at many games such as Suduko and the game of Hearts. He also was a great joke teller: you never entered Brian's presence that he did not have a joke or riddle to share with friends, family or anyone else who showed an interest in his humor, it made Brian's day to make others laugh. Brian was tenderhearted, and very attentive to his family and friends. He was thoughtful of others and always showed an interest in other people. Brian experienced many health issues since birth, however, Brian never thought of himself nor did he allow his handicap to slow him down. He loved to be with people and was always considerate and thoughtful of everyone who knew him.

A special thanks to Prisma Neuroscience ICU, and Prisma Hospice for their loving care during Brian's final days.

The memorial service will be held at 1 o'clock, Wednesday, August 10th, at Shives Funeral Home, Trenholm Road Chapel, 7600 Trenholm Rd Ext., Columbia, SC 29223.

Memorials in Brian's honor may be made to The Columbia Bridge, 77 Brighton Hill Road, Columbia, SC 29223