Violet Lea Cross Masters, age 96 of Mannington, WV passed away on Wednesday, February 10, 2021 at West Virginia Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown, WV. She was born November 17, 1924 at Fairview, WV.
She was the daughter of the late Rozel Glenn Cross, Mary Ruby Glover and step-mother Harriet Estella Taylor Cross. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Chester Thomas Masters. They were married 59 years and even though they were both from the area, they met in Bradford, PA. Violet is survived by her two daughters, Carol Sue (Robert Wayne) Mobley of Chagrin Falls, OH, and Nancy Lea (Wayne) Toothman of Burton, WV; three grandchildren, Mike (Deana) Mobley of Chesterland, OH, Chris (Christy) Mobley of Chesterland, OH, and Connie (Thom) Castle of Flemington, WV; and seven great-grandchildren, Alyssa, Ryan, Andrew, Mason and Sidney Mobley, and Nathan and Grant Castle. She is also by survived a half-brother, Donald (Karen) Cross of Venetia, PA; a sister-in-law, Elizabeth Masters of Mannington; a brother-in-law, Dallas Masters of Levittown, PA; and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and husband, Violet was also preceded in death by a brother, Everett Glenn Cross, and a half-sister, JoAnn Cross.
Violet was an active member of the East High Street United Methodist Church for over 65 years where she participated in numerous activities and committees. She loved attending the Mannington District Fair and especially going to the country music shows. You could quite often find her watching the demolition derby or sometimes riding the ferris-wheel with some of her great-grandchildren. She enjoyed attending the Marion County Senior Center and baking apple pies for other people.
The family would like to express a heartfelt thanks to the staff at Wishing Well Assisted Living in Fairmont for their loving kindness and professional care of Mom during her stay at the facility. The family requests memorial donations be made in Violet’s name to the East High Street United Methodist Church, 690 Flaggy Meadow Road, Mannington, WV 26582 or the Mannington Food Pantry, P.O. Box 245, Mannington, WV 26582.
Family and friends may call at Masters Funeral Home in Mannington, WV on Saturday, February 13, 2021 from 10:30am to 1:00pm. Funeral services will begin at 1:00pm with Pastor Jerry Bush officiating. Interment will follow at Mannington Memorial Park Cemetery.
As we continue to recognize attending any services during the Covid-19 situation may not be in the best interest for some, please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers. On-line condolences may be left for the family at www.mastersfuneralhomewv.com or the funeral home facebook page. Masks are now required for in-person attendance.
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So Sorry. She will be missed.
I'm so very sorry. A great lady has gone to her eternal reward. She was greatly loved and shall be missed by many. Rest in peace Aunt Vi. I love you.
Carol and Robert, I am so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. Prayers for you and your family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Marion County Senior Citizens.
Vi was a loving , full of life mom and great grandma. Her grandchildren always looked forward the the mannington fair! Grandma enjoyed every second of it. Even riding a Ferris wheel with the kids. Glad we got to know her . Many fond memories.
To Carol and Bob, and your family, we are sorry for your loss. We know you and your family are such loving and caring people. This can only be that you have followed in the foot steps of the families you have come from... Carol, It is clear to us that your mother was an exceptional person who transferred her exceptional traits to you. She was so proud of her family through her life time and, although she has left you physically, her memory and legacy will live on for ever.
My love and prayers are with all of you. I loved Vi, she was a very special lady. Love, Mary Ann
Vi was like family to us. We have many wonderful memories of that special lady! Deepest sympathy to the family.
Nancy, Carol and Families:
I was saddened to hear of the passing of Vi. She was always very good to me. I know she will be truly missed by all.
Ramona Sago
Carol and Nancy, your mother came to mind this morning, so I wanted to check on her.
So sorry that I found she passed away a few days ago. I can still hear her calling for your dad to come in the house and out of the yard, garden or garage.
My heartfelt sympathy to you and your families. May God give you comfort during this difficult time.
My thoughts and prayers are with Violet's family. She was a true pleasure to take care of. We will truly miss her. Heaven gained an angel! She was a blessing to all of us!
Prayers and peace for your family, please accept my condolences. Your parents were such a huge part of my life growing up. Chester would let us catch worms for fishing in the back yard and Vi always had a piece of candy for the neighborhood kids. Deepest sympathies to all ❤️
I am unable to come to the funeral home on Saturday but my condolences to Violet's family. She lived a wonderful, long life and that says a lot about such a good person. May she rest in peace now.