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Eric Lankford
January 5, 2024
Dear Tom, Diane and Meg, there are no words to describe how much I miss Ross. He had such a profound effect on everyone, I can´t help thinking about him everyday. We became best friends the first day we met and we never failed to bring the best out of eachother. Every time I think about you guys my heart shatters, but everytime I think about him it´s almost like he never left me. I speak about him often, to folks who knew him and even complete strangers. I hope y´all find some serenity doing the same, because I truly believe that´s how we keep him around. I´m forever grateful for you sharing him with us.
John Heffington
October 14, 2017
My old friend. Time eluded you but you made the most of what you were given. I hold the memories of the lakes with me close to my heart to this day. Your impact on the lives of those around you has sent waves through time that simply will not end- I will make sure of this. I miss you but will hold on to our friendship so you will steal back some of the time that was lost. Your memory has brought me and many others great happiness- thank you for that. We miss you.
Dane Jones
June 13, 2017
Ross, you inspired me to skate, helped me learn to shred on the guitar like you... We grew up a few houses down from one another. I still think about you a lot. Thank you for being you. - Dane
Jan and Scott Arnold
February 10, 2012
Dearest Tom and Dianne please know Scotty and I were so sad to hear about Ross. He knew how much he was loved by you. We have no words only to day he will live In your hearts forever.
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Kassia Rodriguez
February 7, 2012
Ross was a talented beautiful sensitive wonderful soul. We were supposed to go to our first highschool dance together when he got hit by a car, and we were still able to joke and laugh about it long after. He had that personality where you just felt you had known him forever always making sure you felt comfortable and welcome. He had the ability to make a whole room light up and make everyone smile and laugh forever. I feel very privileged that I was able to speak with him around christmas time, and I am honored to have had the time I did with him and am so so proud to call him my friend. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. We lost an amazing man but his beautiful music we will hear and play forever.
jeremy DiGirolamo
February 5, 2012
you are one of my best friends i love you. your music. your friendship. you always made stupid jokes.i will never forget you
February 4, 2012
Although I never met Ross, I feel like I knew him thru you talking about him Tom. He was a lucky young man to have you & Diane as parents. My heart goes out to you & your entire family. I 'll be praying that you feel Gods arms wrapped around you and you are comforted and healed the way only God can do. Love to you
Pat Kalpakoff
Stacy and Diana Mattoon
February 1, 2012
Tom and Diane,
I was looking through photos this past weekend, and found one with Ross in it, and our son Patrick, from the Grace Lutheran ball team, years ago; such sweet little boys. We trust the wonderful memories you have will help you through this horrible time.
Tony Liua
January 30, 2012
To the Mortensens
I am truly blessed to have known Ross. He was a very gentle heart felt soul whose unique personality was surpassed only by his musical talent. Although I hadnt seen him in a few years I still carry our la joya days in my heart. I was happy to hear from him recently and know it must have been for a purpose. Thank you for sharing him with us. He will be missed dearly... my deepest condolences and love to your family.
Louise Brown (Lankford)
January 30, 2012
Tom, Diane and Meghan - Just want you to know how very much we hurt with you. Remembering the beautiful music coming out of Eric's room when Ross was over. Ross will always have a special place in our hearts. Sending all of you our thoughts and prayers.
Sherri Rigney
January 30, 2012
Tom & Diane,
Ross attended my day care while he was at Royal Oaks. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers go out to you!!
Sherri Pistole Rigney
Susan Lilly
January 29, 2012
Tom,Diane,and Meghan,
I am so sorry and my thoughts and prayers are with you. Joey and Ross were such good friends and I have so many fond memories from the many years that they knew each other. Ross will be missed by our family.
Maddie Fernandez
January 29, 2012
He'll always be the kid that I laughed my way through 2nd grade with at good old Royal Oaks. Sending your family my love and thoughts during this difficult time.
January 29, 2012
Tom and Diane,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Know also, that you are in the thoughts and prayers of all who know and love you.
Alice Schee, Fresno, California
January 29, 2012
Tom and Diane,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this painful time. May you find the strength and courage to renew peace and comfort in your lives.
Jay Craddock, Fresno, California
January 29, 2012
Tom and Diane,
My thoughts are with you during this time. I pray that God provides comfort.
Marilyn Rutledge-Carter
Catherine Jackson
January 28, 2012
With prayers and sympathy to the Mortensen family. Paul and I have many, many fond memories of Ross....he will truly be missed.
Kevin Crawford
January 28, 2012
Your are going to be deeply missed Roscoe! Words can't descride a guy like you. I will cherish all the great times we had together and look forward to having more of those when I get up to paradise with you.
I love you bro,
-Kevin
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