Cross, "Cathy," 24 of Brandon, passed away on 13 February 2014. She is survived by her parents Michael and Lina, and her sister Lissie. Cathy was a beautiful young woman whose jovial free spirited attitude clearly defined her life. She honorably served in the USN Reserve; worked as an administrative assistant at Brandon Regional Hospital; and attended courses at Hillsborough Community College. She exhibited an exceptional flair for free hand sketch artistry and had an avid compassion for animal welfare. But, most of all, she had a true love for family togetherness and the camaraderie of friendship. Those who knew her would agree. Fair Winds and Following Seas/Semper Fidelis! A Funeral mass will take place on Thursday February 20, 2014 at 1:30pm at Nativity Catholic Church Brandon, Fl. The family will receive guests on Wednesday February 19, 2014 at Serenity Meadows Funeral Home from 5-8pm. Those attending the Mass on Thursday, please go directly to the church. Please have flowers sent to the funeral home; or donations sent to the Florida Boxer Rescue, Inc., 888-612-5782, www.flbr.org.