Jerome “Buddy” Crossin, also known as Jerry, age 82, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away on Thursday, January 22, at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Hospital. He was born on January 20, 1944, in Wilkes-Barre, to the late Philip and Gertrude (Dillon) Crossin. Jerry attended Wilkes-Barre area schools.

In addition to his parents, Jerry was preceded in death by his brothers, Ronnie, Jimmy, Danny, Phillip, and Luke Crossin; his sister, Phyllis Jackson; and his beloved life partner, Carolyn Swainbank.

Jerry is survived by his foster children, Myya Swainbank, Kaleb Wheeler, and Devonte Ford; his sister, Beverly Powell, of Mountaintop; and his treasured cats, Darth and Vader.

Jerry was employed as a warehouse technician at Pride Mobility until his retirement. He leaves behind many treasured friends who will remember him fondly. Jerry enjoyed watching western movies and was always front and center at Devonte’s activities, a role he embraced with pride and devotion.

Funeral services will be held at Thursday January 29, 2026, 11:00 a.m. at the Nat Gawlas Jordan Funeral Home, 89 Park Avenue, Wilkes-Barre, with Pastor Carol Coleman officiating. Interment will follow in Maple Hill Cemetery, Hanover Township.

Friends may call from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service at the funeral home.

Jerry will be remembered for his quiet kindness, steady presence, and the love he shared with those closest to him. He will be deeply missed.