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Adam John Ross, Jr. Adam John Ross Jr., 53, a lifelong Gig Harbor resident, died March 12, 2011. Adam was a retired commercial fisherman, owning and operating the Jackie-R boat. He was a member of the Gig Harbor Fisherman's Civic Club and Harbor History Museum; the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde; and was known for being a great cook, storyteller, and generous host to all. Family members include his partner, Rachel Schweigert; son, Adam J. Ross III; daughters, Kirsten Ross, Erin Hicks, and Lindsay Hicks; former wife, Sherry Scoggins; sisters, Debbie Ross and Adana Ross-Sleeper; mother, Maxine Ross; all of Gig Harbor, and many nieces and nephews. Visitation hours for friends and family will be Friday, March 18, from 3 to 5 pm at Haven of Rest in Gig Harbor. Memorial services will be at 3 pm on Saturday, March 19, at Haven of Rest. A reception will follow. Please donate in Adam's name to the Harbor History Museum. To sign onliine guestbook go to www.havenrest.com

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Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on Mar. 16, 2011.

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Corbin Connell

January 29, 2018

Very sorry to hear of Adam's passing.
I am thankful to have crossed paths with him and worked with him. My ten weeks on the Jackie R., and my time with Adam changed me for the better.
He was a good man and a great Skipper.
I wont foget him.
Aug-Oct., 1991.

Jason Crosby

March 19, 2011

Just found out about Adam. That is very sad. I didn't know he was sick. I have a lot of great memories of Adam and fished with him for several years. You will be missed.

Jim Orlando

March 19, 2011

Ralph Byron

March 18, 2011

To my cousins in Gig Harbor I send my deepest condolences in your heartbreak of Adam's death. Please take comfort in believing that he has joyfully been reunited with his father and brother Michael.

Vicki, Michael, Shannon Brehan

March 18, 2011

Our sincere condolences...

May you find comfort knowing that Adam is at peace with the Lord.

March 18, 2011

Though our words can do little to comfort you, we hope our thoughts and prayers will help support you at this time.
Love Lea & Gregg Davidson

March 18, 2011

our neighbor, our family, and our friend. We will miss you, Adam. Our love, Jake and Patricia Bujacich.. We can only imagine the joy in Heaven when you meet your brother, father, grandparents, and dear friends.

Erin Hicks

March 17, 2011

Thank you all for your prayers and support these last few days. It means a lot to us! Please join us in celebration of his life this Saturday.

Chris Mirkovich

March 17, 2011

Many great memories with Adam and time spent with while fishing alongside him on the Adana R. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Ross family

Joe and Elaine Oliver

March 17, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Maxine, Debbie and Adana. There are many fond memories of fishing in SE and the Gulf of Alaska. May you have fair winds and following seas for your final voyage.

Adam's double rainbow over his Harbor...

Linda Scoggins

March 17, 2011

Dear Adam, your generosity was without question when you came all the way to California to help me pack and drive the truck to Washington when I moved here. Your BBQ's were always the best and your smile will last forever in my memory. I'll miss you forever.You were a terrific brother-in-law and always made me feel welcome.

March 16, 2011

Erin, From our family to you and yours, heartfelt sympathies and condolences to you now and in the challenging days to follow. My God give you peace and comfort to sustain you in this time of boundless grief. Rick Pam Andrew and Laura DeBowes

Richard Spangler

March 16, 2011

" Tie her loose, skipper, out of the Harbor bound for XIP... mind your helm Adam." Max, Debbie, Adana, Thinking of you all, as I often do. Rachel thanks for being there, thanks for thinking of me, at this time. Ah, shipmates we lost a good one...See you later cap... Spanky

Jon & Melissa Perry

March 16, 2011

You are all in our prayers. I have some wonderful memories of Adam and his contagious smile.

All our love,

Kirby Wright

March 16, 2011

I was so sorry to hear of your loss.The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow. He will not be forgotton.

Judy Sheridan

March 16, 2011

Maxine, Debbie,Adana & all of Adam Jr.'s family. Our hearts to our to you in your loss. Will keep you in our prayers.
Your California Cousins. Don & Judy

Claudia Van Horn

March 16, 2011

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

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