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Elizabeth K. Ross SMITHFIELD - Elizabeth K. Ross, 74, was called home to be in the presence of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Wednesday, April 14, 2010 at Sentara Obici Hospital in Suffolk. She was a native of Swain County, North Carolina and a resident of the Peninsula for more than 50 years. Elizabeth was secretary-treasurer and a founding officer of Ross and Sons Utility Contractor Inc. She retired in 2008 after 23 years of service. She was a lifelong member of Pine Chapel Baptist Church where she played the piano and organ for more than 50 years. She was a current member of Community Baptist Church in Surry. She graduated from Hampton High School in 1954 and was valedictorian. Preceding her in rest are her parents, Troy A. and Estelle Kilpatrick. Surviving members of her family include her husband of 54 years, Robert D. Ross Sr.; sons, Robert D. Ross Jr. and wife Kim, Timothy P. Ross Sr. and wife Janet, Gary A. Ross and wife Sherry, Joel L. Ross and wife Teresa; grandchildren, Ryan, Joshua, Olivia, Maria, Timothy Jr., Aaron, Jesse, Alicia, Jacob, Lauren and Leah; great-grandson, Hunter; and sisters, Faye Gillespie and husband Arthur and Vencie Boatwright and husband, Charles. The family would like to give special thanks to the doctors and staff of the ICU and 2nd floor of Sentara Obici Hospital in Suffolk. The family will receive friends today, April 16, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Pine Chapel Baptist Church in Hampton. A celebration of Elizabeth's life will be held Saturday, April 17, at noon at the church. Interment will follow in Parklawn Memorial Park. Memorial contributions in honor of Elizabeth K. Ross may be made to the Community Baptist Church Building Fund, 168 Commerce Drive, Dendron, VA 23839. Friends are encouraged to visit www.parklawn-woodfh.com to share memories and words of condolence with the family. Arrangements are under the care of Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home, 2551 N. Armistead Ave. in Hampton, 23666.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Apr. 16, 2010.

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September 9, 2010

Dear Bob,Bob jr, Tim, Gary and Joel
Sorry to hear of your mothers passing.
She was a great women and a special person!!!! although I only know her for 9 years. She touched my heart.

With love Eric Healey

Tami Carson

August 8, 2010

One of my favorite memories from my childhood is sitting in the front pew of Pine Chapel next to Elizabeth each Sunday. I can remember like it was yesterday the scent of her blue & yellow choir robe, and how safe and loved I felt sitting beside her, listening to the sermons, with her arm lovingly wrapped around me. It is a happy memory I cherish most dearly. I have hundreds of others, but that one stands out for me. She did so much for us growing up, and I am so thankful for her and for all of you to have shared her with us. I love all of you so very much, and Hampton will always be my "home." With love, Tami

J.D. and Janet Ross

April 27, 2010

Dear Robert, Joel and family, Gary and family, Tim and family, Bobby and family,
We share your grief and loss, but also the knowledge that Lib is in a better place and free of pain. She and you are very special to us, and we love you. Our deepest sympathy and prayers.
Love, J.D. and Janet

Mack & Joanna Lynn

April 19, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Mike & Belinda Arthur

April 18, 2010

Joel, Teresa, Gary, Sherry, Tim and Family. Belinda and I are so sorry for your loss. Mrs. Ross was such a wonderful lady. I have very fond memories of her. We all know she is in a better place and we will see her again. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May God Bless.

April 17, 2010

We were so sad to read about Elizabeth passing away. Bobby, our prayers are with you and you family!! Elizabeth was a lovely lady!!
Karen and Jimmy Wharton Newport News

April 17, 2010

Joel, Mike and I were so sad to hear that your mom passed away. We are thinking of you and your family at this very sad time. With Love, Mike and Elyse Webb (Newport News, VA)

The Whiteed Family

April 17, 2010

Dear Ross Family- We too grieve for your loss. Mrs. Ross was such a big part of all of our lives from the day we were born. We also know that "Heaven just became a better place" We know that God and our Parents & Grandparents are rejoicing and that the Choir is now complete with their Piano Player. We pray that all of you (& us) will all meet there one day and can join in, as they sing one of their favorite hymns "When we all get to Heaven what a wonderful day that will be."

Mari Lieberman

April 17, 2010

Dear Ross Family- we are so saddened by your loss. She was a wonderful lady. Our thoughts are with you, Rick, Mari, Bryan and Bret Lieberman

Rich & Pat Zilly

April 17, 2010

Dear Robert & Family

We read of Elizabeth's death early this morning when we returned from Arizona. We fondly remember Elizabeth with her sweet spirit and strong faith in God as we attended church at Pine Chapel. Our prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Love, Richard and Patty (Pat) Zilly

April 16, 2010

We grieve for your loss and we too have good memories of Elizabeth. May the Lord be with the entire family at this solemn period of your life. Rick and Celeste High

Bill/Glenda Gwaltney

April 16, 2010

Dear Robert and family: We are so sorry to hear of Elizabeth's passing. We have such fond memories of her from so many years ago. Bill remembers living next door to her when they were kids, and I remember her from the GA's at Pine Chapel Baptist as well as loving to hear her play the piano and organ. She will be missed by so many people. Love, Bill and Glenda Gwaltney

Irene Lano

April 16, 2010

To the entire Ross Family-

Words cannot describe the void now felt by so many as Mrs. Ross was called home by Our Lord Jesus Christ. But her sweet spirit lives within your hearts now.

Our prayers are with you all.

Good Bye Mrs. Ross and thank you for the wonderful memories!

Fred, Irene, Andrew, Lisa, Jenny, Julian, and Jon

Lano Family

Susan Corvello

April 16, 2010

Dear Ross Family,

I am so sorry to hear of Mrs. Ross passing. For the short time that I knew her, her smile was always so comforting. She was such a wonderful and caring person. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Scott, Susan, Brittani and Matthew

April 16, 2010

Dear Gary and Sherry,
I was so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Donna, Billy, April and Joey

Joann (Wallace) and Bob George

April 16, 2010

Dear Robert and family,
Was so shocked to read of Elizabeth's passing in the paper today. Have not kept in touch, but always counted you as among our dearest friends in years gone by. May God hold you and your boys in His loving arms as you grieve your great loss.

Detra (Nichols) Hardy

April 16, 2010

Dear Ross Family

Although it has been years since I have seen all of you - I have very fond childhood memories of you all, especially your Mom.

Our family recently was so blessed by love & support from Gary & Sherry during the recent passing of our Dad. It was during that time that we learned of Mrs. Ross' illness.

Our families go way back and my memories of your mother are a wonderfully kind, gentle and loving woman. She was especially proud of her family and rightly so. We all have been so blessed to have such wonderful parents.

Our family is deeply saddened at this news and send to you all our love & prayers. Please know that we are here for you ready & willing to do anything if there is a need!

There is comfort in knowing that she is in the arms of her Lord, her suffering long gone and she is home..heaven is very blessed to have such an angel.

Much love from our entire family.

Lauren Ober and Family

April 16, 2010

We are deeply saddened by the loss of Mrs. Ross. Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow. Please extend our deepest sympathy to your entire family. May you all find the strength and courage to get through the days ahead. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you and your families.

Michael Gilreath

April 16, 2010

Dear Ross Family,

It is with great sadness that I write today after hearing of the passing of Mrs. Ross. She truly was one of the "good ones", and she impacted my life as a young man many years ago having spent much time with her and her family at church and home. She is HOME now with God watching over us all. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time, but more importantly, God's grace is with you.

Love,

Michael, Gina, and Matthew Gilreath

April 16, 2010

To the Ross Family - We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. She was so special to us. Now her suffering is over; she is resting in her heavenly home. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Robby and Carol Whiteed

Ray Rowland

April 16, 2010

Gary, you and your family will be in my prayers. God bless you!

Russ Marshall

April 16, 2010

We were very saddened to haer of your loss, from knowing your family through business I have never dealt with kinder people. Please accept our sincere condolances.

Ken Allison

April 15, 2010

Teresa, Joel, Lauren, Leah and all of the family and friends of Mrs. Ross. It is with sincere sympathy that my family writes to you today. Joel, your mother was VERY loving and caring and she will be missed. But she is now pain free and going HOME. You are all in our prayers and we Love you Joel, Teresa, Lauren and Leah!!....Ken, Bianca, Tre and Monica Allison.

April 15, 2010

DEAR FAMILY,
I WISH I COULD SAY YOU SHOULD KNOW ME BUT I KNOW WE HAVE SEE SOME OF YOU IN YOUR YOUNGER YEARS. YOUR PARENTS VISITED MY HOME HERE IN WAYNESVILLE WHEN I LIVED ON BIG BRANCH ROAD. AND YOUR MOTHER WAS A JEWEL AND I KNOW YOU ALL WILL TRULY MISS HER BUT GOD HAD GREATER PLANS FOR HER AND SO HE SAID COME HOME MY CHILD. MAY HIS GRACE BE WITH ALL OF YOU AND HOLD YOU IN HIS LOVING ARMS UNTIL THE STORM PASSES. OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL.
LOVE
THE CLYDE RIGGINS FAMILY
LEVADA R. MILLS, CLYDE EUGENE RIGGINS, NANCY R. PATTERSON AND JUDY R. LEOPARD.

lisa & terence mccormick

April 15, 2010

Joel, Teresa, Gary, Sherry and Family - Terence and I are so very saddened to learn of your mother's death yesterday. There are no words to describe how sorry we are for your loss and we cannot imagine the sadness you must be feeling. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
In sorrw and with love, lisa & terence

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