Flint, Michigan
ROSS, Joseph - Of Burton, age 61, died Tuesday, May 5, 2009 at his residence. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, May 8, 2009 at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road, Mr. Wesley Duncan officiating. Burial in Evergreen Cemetery with a military graveside service under the auspices of Chevrolet VFW Post #3087 Honor Guard. Those desiring may make contributions to Genesee Road Church of God. Visitation 4-8 p.m. Wednesday and 12-8 p.m. Thursday and 10 a.m. Friday until the time of the service at the funeral home. Joseph was born in Flint, Michigan on November 22, 1947, the son of Joseph and Anna (Dean) Ross and was a resident of Burton. He served his country in the U.S. Army. On August 10, 1985 he married Donna Chilner in Burton. He loved NASCAR and U of M; was very good with woodworking and loved to ride his Harley. Mr. Ross was employed by V-8 Engine Plant for 30 years and was a member of UAW Local #659. Surviving are wife, Donna; son, Scott Ross; two daughters, Leah Latham and Dawn Latham; grandchildren; father, Joe (Dorothy) Ross; step-father, Charley Groshon; brothers, Jerry (Gwen) Polzin, Robin Polzin, Bill VanOoteghen and Bob VanOoteghen; sisters, Sharon (Louie) Zinn, Connie Mitchell, Carol Jankens and Gail Sudol; many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by mother; brother, Jack Ross; best friend, Paul "Red Pop" Martin. Your condolences may be shared with the family at swartzfuneralhomeinc.com
Donna, We are so sad to hear of Joe's death. How wonderful it would be to have one more summer of softball - what great memories we have of both of you! May God comfort you and Scott at this time.
Dave & Jackie McGrady
May 08, 2009 | Ripley, WV
Uncle Joe, I will always remember the wonderful Christmas family gatherings at your house. I can hear your voice telling me, "It is about God and family." The first time I ever went to a Nascar race with dad, you and Red-pop were there. It will always make that day much more special to me. We had a blast. You had such a passion for those races. The only regret I have was not being able to ride my Harley with you. By the time I got my bike that damn cancer slowed you down. Not in spirit...
Jason Stewart
May 07, 2009 | Flint, MI
so sorry to see this Sis Donna may God bring you comfort in this time of bereavment and grief we will be praying for you and your family God bless you with grace and peace now and in the days ahead
Don Hawley
May 06, 2009 | Flint, MI
Joe , I will miss all of our talks and the good times we had together. I will miss you very much, but I know that you are not suffering any more. My prayers go out to your wife Diane and to your children. I will never forget the times we had in Florida. I will love you forever. love alway, Mary Church
mary church
May 05, 2009 | Flint, MI
