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David Ross Obituary

BESSEMER CITY - Franklin David Ross Sr., 65, joined his heavenly Father on Oct. 31, 2018 surrounded by his loving family at Hospice of Cleveland County.

He was born in Gaston County, NC on January 23, 1953 to the late Harold Edward and Helen Barrett Ross.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Mike and Nathan Ross and sisters, Patricia Ross, Jane Ross

David was a loving husband, father and grandfather who will be greatly missed!

He loved his family and friends. David enjoyed any opportunity he had to be doing things outside his house. He loved being outdoors.

Left to cherish his memories includes his loving wife of 46 years, Mary Helen Dixon Ross; sons, Rev. Franklin David Ross Jr., and wife Stefanie; Jason Scott

Ross and wife Jackie; daughter, Nichole Ross Tompkins and husband Duane; 10 grandchildren; sister, Rebekah Allen and husband Danny; numerous nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends from 2 to 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 4 at Bessemer City Community Church with a Celebration of Life Service to follow at 3 p.m. Sunday with Rev. Mike Criswell and Rev. David Ross, Jr., officiating. Pallbearers will be Jason Ross, Danny Allen, Thomas Holland, Duane Tompkins, Zack Tompkins and Jason Arrowood.

Interment will follow at Bessemer City Memorial Cemetery.

Online condolences may be made at: www.withersandwhisenantfuneral.com.

Withers and Whisenant Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 2916 Union Road, Gastonia, NC (704) 864-5144 is serving the family.

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

Published by Gaston Gazette on Nov. 2, 2018.

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Andra Aldridge

November 1, 2018

Didn't know him but David Jr. is my friend and I love all of you very much. My prayers are with youi.

Renee Coyle

November 1, 2018

May you find comfort in one another during this difficult time. My thoughts are with you, Fondly, Renee Coyle







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