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MARUSCAK
ROSS JARED
Of Pasadena, CA, formerly of Ross Twp., on Saturday, May 8, 2004. Ross died peacefully in his fathers home at the age of 32, after a lengthy battle with leukemia. Ross had fought multiple cancers for nearly nine years with immeasurable courage and determination. He never gave up hope for his cure and inspired all those around him. His family believes it was his sheer will to live that kept him here with us for so long. Ross's spirit shown brightly through many disappointments and heartaches. His capacity to love others was rich and boundless. Ross is best known for his sense of humor and was a joy to be near. His journey was one of hope that his cure would be found. To all that know and love him, and know how hard he fought, we rejoice in his life and are relieved his suffering has finally ended. Ross is survived by his wife Mercedes, his mother Darla Mairs, father Ralph Maruscak, Ralph's companion Lynn Duddy, his brother Brandon, our extensive family and friends, and Ross's best friend John Hoberg. We thank everyone that has loved and supported us through this most difficult journey that has been filled with such hope, triumph, and sorrow. Family will receive friends TUESDAY 7-9 pm at the SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 388 Center Avenue, West View. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Sebastian Church, on Wednesday at 10 am. Please help others in need to find a bone marrow match so that they may know the joy of having a donor and a hope for a cure. The National Marrow Donor Program, 400 Seventh St. N. W., Suite 206, Washington, D.C. 20004.
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Cheri (Carey) Mercer
May 24, 2004
To the Maruscak family,
Thinking of you in your time of sorrow. Memories of family times will be forever in my heart.
Maureen Baratka Merrill
May 19, 2004
I wrote earlier, but not sure it was received. I was so sorry to learn of your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.
Lisa Cipriani
May 17, 2004
I went to High School with Ross and although I have not seen him in many years, I still remember his keen sense of humor and the ability he had to make everyone around him smile and laugh. He was definitely a unique and special person.
Tushar Shah
May 15, 2004
Ross will always remain in our hearts. He has taught us to look at life in a unique and different way, smile & laugh when we are sad, and always be brave. Ross, thanks for being a good friend and for inspiring us with your courage. We will miss you.
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Rita Maruscak
May 15, 2004
Ralph and Brandon...Memories of Ross, the child and the young man, will always be cherished in my heart. I hope your memories of him will comfort you always...Rita
Amy Thurness
May 14, 2004
In a rare coinsidence, I came across old photos of him early Saturday morning (May 8th) - snapshots from our senior prom "group" date back in H.S. Nearly ten years has passed since I have seen Ross in person. We reconnected by email a short time after our 5-year reunion which he couldn't make. At the time, he was writing for a Buffy the Vampire Slayer animated pilot. He was happy but modest because I think he should have been writing alongside Larry David and Jerry Seinfeld. He is one of the most funny and clever people I have ever met and that's how I will remember him…always looking to create a "stir"…still picturing he and David J. walking down the stuffy, suburban halls of GHHS in their spurs and dusters. Without a doubt, he made an impact and will be fondly remembered.
Jeff Brammell
May 13, 2004
Ross’s Family & Friends:
I went to high school with Ross, we weren’t close friends but I knew him well enough to know he was a great guy. He made our English and chemistry classes bearable with his sense of humor. Just thought you might want to know that he was liked by a lot of people even outside his close group of friends (but you probably already know that). Sorry to hear about your (our) loss.
Kim Carey-Fallona
May 13, 2004
Ralph, Brandon and Darla
We are so sad to hear about Ross.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you through this sad time. Memories are forever.
Kim, Kevin and Ireland Fallona
Dallas & Troy
May 12, 2004
Brandon and Family: Troy and I wish you the best during this hard time. Please let us know if we can do anything at all to help. We're thinking of you all.
Tom & Eileen Baratka
May 12, 2004
Ralph, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Find peace with your memories, and strength through your family and friends. God bless.
Bob Slattery
May 11, 2004
Ross, Your battle and stance against your illness was an inpspiration to all of us. We trust that you are free from pain in your eternal heaven.
Joe Fittz
May 11, 2004
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Godbless.
Ben & Danielle Robinson
May 11, 2004
Brandon,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
gus johnson
May 10, 2004
we are sorry for your loss.
Gus, Kara, and Max Johnson
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