Antoinette "Toni" Cross of Gahanna passed away Sunday, August 11, 2024 at her residence. She was raised by her grandparents, Holly and Helena Morris in Columbus. She remained in Columbus her whole life, graduating from Ohio State University; then taught in Southwestern City Schools for 35 years and Columbus City Schools for 9 years. Preceded in death by her mother, Jeanette LaVelle and her grandparents, Holly and Helena Morris. Survived by husband of 36 years, John Cross; sister-in-law, Judy Cross; best friend, Sharon Airhart. There will be a Celebration of Life at a later date.