William J. Crossin

William J. Crossin, 75, Scranton, died unexpectedly on Monday.

Born in Scranton, son of the late William and Mary DeSantis Crossin, he was a graduate of Scranton Technical High School and a lifelong member of Nativity of Our Lord Church at St. John Neumann Parish in Scranton. Prior to retirement, he was employed as a driver for Roadway Express, Inc. and enjoyed golf and car racing, including time spent with the Amato Racing Group.  He served in the U.S. Army Reserves in Scranton.   

Surviving is his brother, Michael and wife Catherine, Old Forge; niece Maria Sasso and husband Doug, and their daughter Caroline, all of Newtown Square, PA; many cousins, dear friends, and his best buddies, his cats Bobby, Charlie, and Ralph. 

His family would like to thank Tyler Farrell, Alyssa Kauffman, and Kevin and Joann Dippre for their many years of friendship and care that they gave to Bill. 

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved cousin Patricia Shivock, as well as several aunts, uncles, and cousins. 

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday at 11 a.m. at Nativity of Our Lord Church at St. John Neumann Parish, 633 Orchard St., Scranton. Interment to follow in Cathedral Cemetery, Scranton.

Family and friends may pay their respects at the church on Monday morning from 9:30 a.m. until the time of mass. 

Contributions in William’s memory may be made to Griffin Pond Animal Shelter, 967 Griffin Pond Rd., South Abington Twp., PA 18411. 

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