Demetra Angela Cross

Demi, 83, of Cheyenne, Wyoming, passed away peacefully on March 10th 2025 surrounded by her loving family.

Born on June 23rd 1941, in New York City, New York. Demi lived a life filled with love, devotion, and unwavering faith. She was a cherished mother, grandmother, and friend, whose kindness and strength touched the lives of all who knew her.

A devout member of the Greek Orthodox Church, Demi found great joy in her faith, her family, and the traditions that connected her to her heritage. She was known for her adventurous spirit and her love of storytelling and sharing memories. Her warmth, philanthropy, and kindness made everyone feel welcome.

She is survived by her husband William A. (Rory) Cross, her daughter Dianne Burner Bitzes, her stepdaughter Leslie Cross Richendifer and her husband Greg Richendifer. Her grandchildren Zoe Bernstein and her husband Sam Bernstein, and Ian Bitzes. Her step grandchildren Blake Richendifer and his wife Tristyn Richendifer, Shane Richendifer and his wife Miranda Richendifer, and 7 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by father Basil D. Curtis and her mother Esther A. Gailey.