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Thomas William Ross, 79, of Yuba City, CA, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2020, at the age of 79. He was born in Kirkland, Ohio, and had been a residence of the Yuba-Sutter area for 50 years. He served 4 years and 9 months in the Air Force, and 30 years as a California Highway Patrolman.
He had a variety of hobbies throughout his life. He loved to perform, and sing. He even made an appearance on the Morris Taylor Show in the 1970's. He was active in SIRS, The Elks, The Moose, and 10/10 Travel Club. His love for his family was undeniable.
Tom is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Marilynn Ross; son, Tom Ross, Jr.; daughter, Kelly (Danny) Sarrico; granddaughter, Lindsay (Jason) Pfeffer; and two great-grandchildren to whom he adored, Finn and Holly.
Graveside services will be held Saturday, March 14, 2020, 1:00pm at Sierra View Cemetery in Olivehurst.
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Dino Nicholau
March 7, 2020
I have deep respect for Tom and Marilynn. Tom epitomized the saying, "Be The Best You Can Be". I'm sorry I will not be able to show my respect in person. Sincerely
Dino
Kelly Sarrico
March 5, 2020
My mom and I would like to thank everyone for the heartfelt messages. We are deeply saddened by the loss of my father. The memories posted and loving messages has helped ❤
Ted andJudy Melden
March 5, 2020
Tom, you did a lot of good in your life and made a lot of people happy.
Thats a good legacy.
We are proud to have known you.
Ed Roach
March 4, 2020
Tom was an excellent representative of the California Highway Patrol. Extremely intelligent, hard working, and a mentor to many. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Ed Roach
Kim Eliason
March 4, 2020
My second Dad..... he took Kelly and me to Marriott's several times and never complained about our music; there were night time trips to Foster's Freeze for ice cream in our pajamas; he taught me to drive a stick when I was 14; so many memories of birthday parties at the cabin. He will be fondly remembered and sadly missed.
Bob & Sharon
March 4, 2020
GREAT FRIEND. GREAT TIMES. GREAT MEMORIES.
James Carter
March 4, 2020
First, I want to send my condolences to Marilyn, Tom, Jr., Kelly and their extended family on the loss of a husband, father, grandfather and friend.
I think Tom's obituary was very modest, considering his lengthy and amazing service to the CHP and the people of this state.
Tom & Marilyn were neighbors (around the corner) when we moved to Marysville after I was hired by the Marysville Police Department in Jan. 1968.
Tom was the local CHP Training Officer at the time and at some point started teaching traffic-related classes at Yuba College. After taking my first class from him, I took every class I could find that he taught.
He was an outstanding instructor and I learned a lot from his classes. He was a certified speed/skid and speed from metal compression expert.
His exams were often 11-13-pages long and he would apologize, saying he got carried away and to do the best we could. I still have my exam papers from his classes, which I have used as a Field Training Officer and Traffic Violator School Instructor. Tom inspired me to do my best and share my knowledge with others.
Jim Morris
March 4, 2020
I will miss you my friend. You leave me with many happy memories.
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