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Laquanda Ross

1980 - 2020

Laquanda Ross obituary, 1980-2020, Anchorage, AK

BORN

1980

DIED

2020

FUNERAL HOME

Anchorage Funeral Home & Crematory

1800 Dare Ave.

Anchorage, Alaska

Laquanda Ross Obituary

Ms. Laquanda Ross, age 39, died at home on Dec. 25, 2019. Laquanda was born on Feb. 13, 1980, in Canton, Ohio. She was the eldest daughter of Melanie Dobbins and David Ross.
Laquanda loved her family and all that came into contact with her. She seemed to adopt kids throughout her life, adding to the number of the family. She also really loved Christmas and would strive to ensure that all the kids had plenty. It was on this beloved day she went home to be with Jesus.
Laquanda accepted Christ at an early age and attended many fellowships in the city.
She is survived by her mother, Melanie Dobbins; father, David Ross (Keala Leopoldo); grandmothers, Shirley Dobbins and Andre Leopoldo; sisters, Alana Cleckley, Shirquan Ross, Khadijah Ross, Kaleah Ross-Leopoldo, Kaimana Matavale, Krystal Matavale and Koleka Matavale; brothers, Jason Williams, Delquan Ross and JeVaun Miles; children, Quinton Henderson, Laquanda Henderson and Elizabeth Stevens; her children's father, Quinton Henderson; and a host of nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles, cousins and adopted family.
Arrangements are with Anchorage Funeral Home and Crematory.
Services will be held Anchorage Funeral Home and Crematory, on Jan. 8, 2019. A viewing will be from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m., and service at 1 p.m.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Anchorage Daily News on Jan. 7, 2020.

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quinton

April 22, 2025

I lover her and miss her

Aviana beatty

February 9, 2025

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. Thank for being the best person ever love you forever and ever

chloe

February 9, 2025

she was souch a good auntie

Nancy Ammons

January 9, 2020

Melody and family I am praying for your family during this time of sorrow. May God Bless you and keep you.

Kevin &Tiny Thomas

January 7, 2020

Our prayers are with the family. Praying for healing in Jesus name.
Minister Kevin and Tiny Thomas
Rest in Love

Nakesha Anthony

January 7, 2020

I haven't seen my cousin since we were kids and it hurts my heart to know she is no longer with us she will forever be loved and missed. R.I.H. Mel,David and the rest of the family you are in my prayers..Nakesha Anthony (Torrence).

Cynthia Chappell

January 7, 2020

My condolences to the family
LaQuanda had such a sweet spirit and I am so saddened to hear of your loss. I met her when she attended high school with my niece Tracy Stewart. We kept in touch even when I left Alaska. May God bring peace and comfort in the days ahead.

God Bless
Cynthia Chappell

Toni Atherton

January 7, 2020

I was honored to have met you through Anna. My heart is very heavy & sad. You brought smiles and all respect to Me. I will miss miss you pretty Smile Quanda. R.I.H. till we meet again ❤

tiff

January 7, 2020

Quanda you will forever be in our heart. You will greatly miss for the person you are. Luv Always Tiifany & Cj

Beverly Ellis

January 7, 2020

David and family, I am so sorry for your loss,you are all in my prayers, love you cousin

Julia Price

January 7, 2020

May your beautiful memories sustain and bring comfort to you during this difficult season. My heart is filled with sadness. Please accept my deepest sympathies and know that my prayers are with you during this time. May memories of Laquanda sustain and strengthen you as you navigate the difficult days ahead.

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12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Anchorage Funeral Home & Crematory

1800 Dare Ave., Anchorage, AK 99515

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8

Service

1:00 p.m.

Anchorage Funeral Home & Crematory

1800 Dare Ave., Anchorage, AK 99515

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