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Ross Dodenhoff Obituary
Phoenix - On Monday, April 30, 2018, Ross Bradford Dodenhoff passed away at the age of 22. Ross was a New Year's baby, born in Phoenix, Arizona on January 1, 1996. He carried the holiday spirit with him, making friends and family laugh with his stories, his jokes, and his off-beat observations. Ross had a big heart and a quiet charisma. He showed genuine interest in others, and had a gift for making them feel comfortable. Ross was a wonderful friend, too. His easygoing nature and incisive mind made him a delight to be around. At the time of his death, Ross was a student at ASU, majoring in construction management. Prior to attending ASU, Ross graduated from Brophy College Preparatory, where he played lacrosse. Ross is survived by his parents, Steve and Bren Dodenhoff; his brother and sister-in-law, Reed and Elise Dodenhoff; his sister, Kyle Dodenhoff; his grandparents, Wally and Barbara Reed, Judy Tingley and Mike Killion, and Ted Dodenhoff and Sue Ross; and an army of adoring aunts, uncles, and cousins. Memorial services for Ross will be held on Monday, May 7, at 4:00 P.M. in the chapel at Brophy College Preparatory, 4701 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Phoenix Children's Hospital Foundation, 1111 E. McDowell Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85006, in the name of Ross Dodenhoff. Funds will be used for expenses related to the loss of a child. Condolences may be expressed at whitneymurphyfuneralhome.com
Rossy, we traveled the world together, but this is one journey we can't take with you…yet. Until our final trip to see you again, all our love.
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Michael Sais
January 7, 2019
Bren and Steve, Marie & I just found out about the passing of your son. We are so sorry for your loss. Our love and prayers are with all of you.
Michael & Marie Sais
Powers Family
May 17, 2018
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Stevie Ortega
May 8, 2018
Dodenhoff Family,
We are extremely sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Sara and Stevie Ortega
Cheri (Valdivia) Crozier
May 8, 2018
Dear Bren and Family,
I am heartbroken for you all. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Cheri (Valdivia) Crozier
XO
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Lynne and Tim Steckbeck
May 7, 2018
Ross will not be forgotten. He was sweet, kind, funny, and caring. He was the kind of kid you could count on to give you a smile. Our hearts are broken. He will be very missed. Love and prayers for all of you.
The Steckbeck Family
May 7, 2018
Dear Bren and Steve,
We just today learned of this very sad news. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of your family at this very difficult time. May you find comfort in the love of God and family & friends around you.
Gwynne & Jim Fijan & family
Claire Saddington
May 7, 2018
I am heartbroken at the news of the loss of your beloved son, Ross. My sincere condolences.
Linda Sicotte Osborne
May 6, 2018
Our sincere sympathies to you and your family. May the support of all those around you give you some comfort in these difficult days.
Jen Killion
May 6, 2018
There really aren't words to convey what I feel other than I'm really sad for everyone's loss. I wish I could be there tomorrow. Please know I'm there in spirit.
Susan Gamble Tanita
May 6, 2018
Dear Steve and Bren, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved son Ross. May God bring you comfort during this very painful time. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Susan Gamble (Tanita)
May 5, 2018
I was saddened to hear about your loss. In these difficult times I have found comfort in the promise that we will see our loved ones again soon in Paradise earth. I hope it will help you cope too
Wolfgang and Kim Koester
May 5, 2018
We are so saddened to hear of your loss. We will keep Ross and your family in all of our prayers.
The Graham's
May 5, 2018
Heartfelt condolences to the Dodenhoff family. I hope you find consolation from the promise at 1 Thessalonians 4:14. May the God of comfort give you peace that surpasses all understanding during this difficult time. (Isa. 41:13)
May 5, 2018
Ross, We didn't get a chance to meet you , but we know how much you were loved from the look in your Mom and Dad's eye's when they spoke of you. Every time, the biggest of smiles talking about their children and especially you. Rest in eternal peace.
Francine Leff & Jon Cope
Cecilia Altonaga
May 5, 2018
Steve and Bren, what can I write? How do I convey just how very sorry I am for the devastating loss of your child, Ross? Caroline gives me daily updates, and I have shed many tears with her as we share, long distance, in your sorrow, grief, and desperation. I remember him well from our visits with the girls in Ann Arbor and his ever-present smile. I have Ross, you both, and your family in my daily prayers. Cecilia Altonaga (Mencio)
Audrey Stanford
May 5, 2018
Ross, You are loved and adored. You have an amazing family. You will live on!
Pam Harvey
May 4, 2018
God Bless
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