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Melissa Ross Obituary

Melissa Ross, 35, of San Jose died on May 28, 2011.
Published by Mercury News on May 30, 2011.

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Micole Gordon

August 7, 2020

I miss you so much Memi....
It's been a long time and i still cant get over it. Your birthday was this past Wednesday and i couldn't stop crying / laughing. Can you believe we're 45 Memi. We're just a month apart. We would've been celebrating our b'day's together. It's been 10 long years and I still think about everyday.

I miss you something terrible

Love you always
Micole

linda

June 1, 2016

Miss you :'(

Jason Ross

May 21, 2016

Thanks for being the best sister, aunt, and nina I love and will always miss you. Til we meet again.

Eli De Los Santos jr

March 5, 2016

Dam mom, I'm growing up . I don't know how I'm doing it but I've managed to stay on the correct road. Shark and ang were always there for me when you passed, and now I'm trying to help them pull through . Shark was off tops the coolest man I could be around. He made me feel like he was my boy or something. Everybody had a different bond with him, and mine was some where close to banks relationship. I know banks and shark had an unbrakable bond, but I was around them for years. I miss y'all both . I don't get why unexpected deaths feel so common. I been missing you. I'm almost out of high school already. I always imagined you being at every one of my high school baseball games. I don't get why things have to change. I've been lost. I hope I'm making you proud with the decisions I've been making. And the ones that I know you don't approve of, I'm sorry for. I just wish you were here to guide me like I always imagined. When you left it made me grow up so fast. I became independent . I realized I don't need Noone for nothing. Because if I can do something with out you by my side, I can do it without anyone. You were the strongest wisest person I knew of. I hope you and shark both looking down on the family. I love you both !

Desiree Herrera

May 28, 2015

I miss you, My Favorite Cousin

Mario Anguiano

December 25, 2014

Still missing you

Mario Anguiano

December 25, 2014

Merry Christmas amiga

Christina Reyes

May 22, 2014

We can still here you laughing.

Daniel Rivera

November 17, 2012

Dear Melissa even though we were not close at the end. I'll never forget the times we shared thank you for the gift of my only son. You didn't deserve what happened and scince you've been gone you've been on my mind there's always a special place in my heart for you I'll remember you always until we meet again Mel I miss you so much things haven't been the same and never will.

Marissa Mendoza

May 8, 2012

Nina...it will b one year this mnth since ur passn n u have been on my mind like crazy. I miss u so much. The thing tht kills me the most is u nt being able to b there for Xthenas birth. u were there for Xavier n i cld remember u Puting icechips in my mouth say evrything was guna b ok. I jus wish u cld have dun tht for her to. I miss u nina...i tell god thnk u for letn me evn get to see u tht same day. U were the one there wen my mom cldnt b n i nvr really got to thnk u for tht. U ment so much to alot of us,u will forevr live on in our hearts. I love u nina!

Nichole R

December 21, 2011

My Melissa I miss you so much .I still can't belive you are gone .We just had Jaylinn 4th b-day and I just kept thinking of you the hole day .I wish you were here so you could have been there with us ;( and I would have had you make ur bean dip just like you did for jaylinn baby shower urrrhhhhh mann mel it seems just like yesterder you were holding my hand threw my labor with her ;( Melissa I love you so much you were like my 2nd mom I think of you every day you are always on my mind .I wish I could here ur laugh just one more time and give you a big hug you were such a small lil person with a big heart my love !!

tanya Lucero

December 2, 2011

Melissa, 6 months have gone by & this is still so unreal to me. You were like a best friend to me. You always gave me the best advice. You always pushed me to do better. And you always corrected me when I was wrong. Oh man melissa you are truly missed. I know this baseball season (Spartan little league ) will never be the same without you! U love u and I miss u so much!!?

Cousins

November 19, 2011

Richard Lohr

July 12, 2011

Dear Family members, and friends of Melissa Ross...I didn't know her peronally. I did however know and have worked with Joe Ontiveros at PG&E many times in my career. He is a special person to me, someone I am proud to call "friend". He just makes you feel special. I highly respect him. He showed me respect and helped me in my job and career to be a better employee. My prayers go out to you all. Joe - may the God of PEACE, comfort you and your entire family as the healing process continues.
Sincerely,
Rich Lohr

Rosie Rojas

June 16, 2011

Read the story, didnt know you, but as a mom that i am, it hurts to see someone like you leave, my deepest condolenses to the family of this wonderful woman!! May God have you in peace.

Cynthia Thompson

June 16, 2011

Dear Family members, and friends, of Melissa...I'm very sorry for your loss and I, know words will never bring her back...Though I, do know your pain, there is a reason for everything that happens...I,did not know her, though through your loss,I,found out I pray that you find strength,courage,love, trust,to continue your journey together, as a family of unity...

The Thompson Family,
Sends their regards,
Our Prayers are with you,
Melissa is an ANGEL...

Rick Marcias

June 8, 2011

Family functions will NEVER BE THE SAME without you Melissa. I'm so sorry I never took the time to explain to you what you mean to me. I just assumed you would always be there and I took our relationship for granted. You are no longer with us physically but you will forever have a spot in my heart. I love and miss you dearly cousin.

Natasha Torrecillas

June 6, 2011

Gone to soon we were just beginning.. You are an Adorable Person and loved by many... Lots of love to you Melissa

Veronica

June 6, 2011

I usually leave messages for people I don't know in case they don't have family to write something. Never thought I'd actually have to come and leave you a note. Well here I am; just want to say that my heart hurts for your kids, your husband, Selena and Larina your family. I could go on forever and name people that you've touched in someway but like I said it would take forever. You were so full of life it doesn't make sense. I still picture you all excited with your camera at the hospital before Dreanah was born. You were there thru it all. You will truly be missed and never ever forgotten. Forever resting in love until we meet again ~ be our angel always! Veronica

June 6, 2011

Rest in Peace melissa.

Frank & Dolores Herrera

June 4, 2011

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

darin t

June 4, 2011

I met Melissa a few weeks ago when I leased my apartment with her and she was such a sweet woman who was full of life. My heart goes out to Melissa's family and friends. May she rest in peace.

Priscilla Fierro

June 3, 2011

Melissa, my heart mourn's your loss and I will miss your sweet smile,my heart mourn's more for your mom, boy's and companion because they lost you! They will miss your loving way's the most! Rest in the arm's of our lord..

Melinda Rocha

June 3, 2011

Nina, how are we suppose to pull threw this,its going to be so hard without you here with us, im still in disbelief i just dont want it to be true. if i could just hug you one more time id never let go. you were the one woman i looked up to in everyway. you were such a stong independent woman and what a wounderful mother you were to my godbothers i pray that as i grow older i could become half the woman you were when you were with us. ill be missing you with all my heart Smile on us nina. i love you so so much *your oldst goddaughter Minda Rose.

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darlene su'a

June 3, 2011

Rest in peace melissa!!!!

darlene su'a

June 3, 2011

melissa im at a loss for words i had just seen you an hour before i cant understand why this has to happen to you my heart hurts for your family but they will have the best guardian angel we will miss you on the field hearing you cheer from the stands creek practice isnt going to be the same!!! may you rest in love!!!!

rosemary sierraz

June 3, 2011

i knew melissa while going to sylvandale middle school. we used to be good friends back then. today i looked her up on facebook and sent a friend request. i am truley sorry i was too late! at least i see that you kept in touch with the rest of the gang and you seemed really loved by all. bye friend.

Who would have thought you would go so soon. With you being gone, my life is gloom. I hate the fact you’ve gone away, but in my Heart you stay...

Rosanna

June 3, 2011

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June 2, 2011

Elise so very sorry what happend i'll always remember MELISSA as my assistance clown and her dimples. what a tragic way to go . she is in better hands now.GOD BLESS she'll never be forgotten. CONNIE GONZALES

Evelyn & Joel Perea

June 2, 2011

I knew her for almost 2 weeks over 23 yrs ago @ Sylvandale Middle School (7th grade) she was one of the first 3 girls to start talking to me. When I heard her name on the news I remembered her. I didn't grow up with her but I'm glad I had a chance to meet her, she sounds like a wonderful person.
I'm very sorry for her families loss..

Barbara Nolley

June 2, 2011

I will truly pray for her children and those she left behind, that the LORD will bless her children with GOD fearing people to raise them now that their mother is no longer here. And that the ones she left behind will find Jesus as their LORD and Savior.

Spartan Little League Giants

June 2, 2011

We can still hear your voice and laughter and I'm sure the kids on the baseball field can to. Their tears showed that as they ran down their soft cheeks. We sure felt your presence yesterday at the last game of the 2011 season. After every cheer the boys shouted your name with their hands pointing to heaven above where you are watching over them. The game was dedicated to you and they won the game in your honor. You still motivate those kids and us because that is what you did every at every game. Thank you for everything you gave us. We will always love and miss you. Forever in our hearts you will be and your family.

May the LORD, have you in his glory.

~J.Rodriguez~

Leticia Esparza

June 2, 2011

Melissa- You are so special that God said, I want that angel. He needed your help and with the big heart you have, you were one of his chosen ones.
I will miss you terribly girl. All those years we laughed, talked, cried and worked at Cinnabar Commons. Thank you so much for being in my life. I am selfish right now because I want you here!! I want to hug you and see your face light up and say, "Oh Letty you nut." You broke my heart!! Love you precious angel. I will never forget you.

Melissa Ross- Our Angel

Leticia Esparza

June 2, 2011

Lulu Gomez-Montez

June 2, 2011

Elsie, may God give you and the family strenght and peace. Many prayers to the family

Rosemarie Gallego

June 2, 2011

My deepest condolences to your family your sons,Eli,your brothers and your mother. We don't know why the lord has taken you from us so soon but I know you are in a better place. You were an angel to many while you were here on earth with us helping so many in there time of need. Now you are at the side of God watching over and protecting your boys and family guiding them through this very dificult time. I will miss your smile, your crazy laugh but will always have found memories of you and I when we spent time together. Till we meet again Melissa. R.I.P.

Angelique Cardera

June 2, 2011

I didn't know you Melissa but I have family that does. My heart goes out to your boys and entire family! This was so heartwrenching. But I know that now your an Angel for your boys and that you will watch over them and guide & protect them. We don't always understand why God allows things to happen in our life, but I pray that he keeps his arms around your boys and gives them peace and comforts them. God Bless.

Faith Lucero

June 2, 2011

My Heart goes out to her and for whole family that im sorry for ur loss. I know some of them ( A cousins who friend with my sister gina ) I know bernie Yamat is a old friend of mine from Wilson Middle school in Santa Clara. I miss his funny and nice to my deaf friends from old school. My love goes to Virgil. He is part of our's family too. I am very sorry, God is with them and safe with god 4~ever and more~ever.

Janie Martine

June 2, 2011

We love you cousin and will be miss so much God gained Angel and may u continue to watch over your boys from up above...

Cecelia D

June 2, 2011

I never met melissa. And yet somehow over these past few days I cannot get her off my mind. I know I would have loved to met her. I know many people from the area and all speak highly of her and miss her dearly. This unique woman will now rest in her new life with the God...We long and ache even those from afar and who are strangers ache for the loss. I am a mom. Maybe that's why I am hurting for this loss so much.To all those who knew and loved Melissa I am sorry for the Loss...

Nikki B

June 2, 2011

I meet Melissa at her job 3 years ago, me and her birthday is a couple of days apart. I use to go to the office everyday to bother her and bring down lil snacks for her so we can just talk. She was a mother figure to me when I was sick or needed advice. A good friend that laugh with me and had my back. She will be helpful for those that needed help and she do what she have to do to help those she love. I will Always Love And Respect Her for being there for me and my son . Im going to miss her smile and laugh im just going to miss her. My Prayers go out to the Family And Friends of Melissa Ross.. U may b gone but NEVER will u b Forgotten

GENEVIEVE SANCHEZ

June 2, 2011

REST IN PEACE MELISSA

GENEVIEVE SANCHEZ

June 2, 2011

MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE FAMILY OF MELLISSA. MY HEART SADDENS WHEN I THINK OF THE BOYS. WE ASK OUR LORD TO PLEASE KEEP THE BOYS SAFE AND TO PLEASE LORD WATCH OVER THEM FOR MELLISSA. REST IN PEACE MELLISSA

June 2, 2011

Melissa I didn't know you long, but I felt like I knew you for years. You were a Beautiful person inside and out. When our boys were playing football (Coyote Creek) together you sure were the voice of support out there!!! I'm glad to have known you even if for a little bit. You will be missed dearly Friend.

Carmela aldama

June 1, 2011

I knew melissa from my apartment complex were I live cinnabar commons. I saw melissa usually everday specially these past.few weeks she helped me and my fam. To get a two bedroom. She always was so happy, she always mentioned her kids and her nieces aswell as her godkids. She loved them so much I cant believe she is gone she will be missed here at cinnabar commons. My prayers go to her family and kids, please let me know what me and husband can do to help.

June 1, 2011

I don't know Melissa, but from reading all about her I can tell she was loved and a very special person that has gone to soon. My deepest sympathy and prayers to all her family and friends.

araceli santamaria

June 1, 2011

i knew 3 of her sons the go 2 school with me and i feel so sorry for their loss

Delia Castro

June 1, 2011

My prayers go out to the family and boys. May god mend your hearts and keep you in his reigns.

christine vega

June 1, 2011

i knew melissa through her loud roars and cheers for us creek cheerleaders..she was truly one of our biggest fans,.i became close with her and her niece and son..its so sad to know she aint here,she was like another aunt to me and always kept me on my toes when i needed the support,she was the best chaperone in florida nd i truly love her for that..love yu creek mom rest in paradise.

shannon roberts

June 1, 2011

Melissa,

your funny smile and warm heart will be missed. you ment allot to allot of people and have left a big hole in many peoples heart. i will rejoyce in your life and honor your family values as they ran deep and touched the very core soul of everyone around you.

Chris Ruiz

June 1, 2011

I know Milissa will STILL be at Spartan watching all the games as she used to. Cheering on the Spartan Kids as she always did. We will miss her and never forget what she meant to this league and the Spartan Family.

Delilah Baltazar

June 1, 2011

Im so sorry to hear of you loss. May the lord be with you and your family at this difficult time.Rest in Peace Melissa.
Baltazar Family

Liz Guerrero

June 1, 2011

I didn't have the pleasure of ever meeting Melissa or her family but I wanted to express my sympathy in these difficult times to the family and friends. This story has truly touched our hearts. Now its time for this Angel to watch over her love ones. RIP Mellisa Ross...

Marthel Gordon

June 1, 2011

I had the pleasure of knowing Melissa through my neice her employer. Melissa always referred to me as Auntie. She was always happy,kind,loving,and willing to lend a helping hand when needed. I'm going to miss talking to her and receiving those crazy, funny texts messages she would always send me. Melissa rest in peace and may Eli and the boys find comfort in knowing they truly have an angel up above watching over them. God bless

Marco Sandoval

June 1, 2011

May Melissa rest in peace. I know this is a difficult time for your family, but please let us friends know if you need anything in your time of grief.

Debbie Young

June 1, 2011

All my love and prayers

Ru Willis

June 1, 2011

Eli,
I am so sorry for your loss.

Mechi Foster

June 1, 2011

This is still so unreal. Melissa was so full of life and I will never forget how she supported my family in our time of need. My children looked at her as a second mother. She was a blessing to anyone that knew her. My heart goes out to her family.

Cisneros Family

June 1, 2011

I wish I could express the sorrow just knowing that everyone who knew and loved Melissa are bearing a loss so profound, may God be with you in this hour of grief.

Stephanie M.

June 1, 2011

I went to high school with Melissa. My memory of her is full of energy and always smiling...my thoughts and prayer go out to her family! May she rest in peace!

Burt Schraga

June 1, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

June 1, 2011

Melissa may you rest in peace and may all blessing be with your boys as you enter into rest and go home to be with the heavenly father GOD you will see your boys again

Maria Loreto

June 1, 2011

I didn't know Melissa very well, but she sounds like a wonderful loving and caring person, who loved her children and Eli beyond means. I just pray for the peace of God and comfort over the family at this time. I ask the Holy Spirit our comforter to embrace each and every one of her children, protect them and help them get through this. God Bless the entire family and also give them strength in the days ahead.
With Deepest Condolences, Maria Loreto

Marie Gonzalez

May 31, 2011

Our deepest condolences go out to the family.

Grayson Wolfe

May 31, 2011

I'm so sorry for your loss.

May 31, 2011

Our deepest condolences go out to the kids.

Teri Lara

May 31, 2011

I didn't know Melissa but she is related to my Uncle Sam & Aunt Mary. She sounds like a wonderful loving and caring person, who loved her children beyond means. I just pray peace and comfort over the family at this time. I ask the Holy Spirit our comforter to embrace each and every one of her children, protect them and help them get through this. God Bless the entire family and also give them strength in the days ahead.

rita h

May 31, 2011

rip melissa you will be missed my condolences go out to your sons and family xoxo they all have a true angel watchin over them

Nathan Trujillo

May 31, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

May 31, 2011

Cousin Eli, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. You and the kids are in my prayers!!! Love, Crystal Guinn (Cavazos)

Max and Myesha Dickson

May 31, 2011

Deepest condolences from the Dickson family.

Angelina bejarano

May 31, 2011

My deepest condolences to her boys and family im sad to hear of there loss my prayers are with you...

bet

May 31, 2011

melissa you were the best mother,sister,friend cousion,person i have ever meet i am going to miss you so much you were a second mom to my kids and i will be there for your boys ...i love you melissa ...till we meet again

May 31, 2011

My deepest sympathy to the family. I went to the same high school as Melissa and remember her always having a sweet smile.
May her soul rest in peace.

-Carla Silva

May 31, 2011

My heart goes out the the family and friends of Melissa Ross. I didn't have the privilege of knowing Melissa, but I can see how Melissa's kind soul and giving spirit touched so many and will never be forgotten. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. May the memories of Melissa and the love of family surround you and give you strength in the days ahead.

Peace, Prayers and Blessings

isabella buzennes

May 31, 2011

sitting Here in My Room Asking Why Did You Take Her Away from Me Lord ? And Wondering Why Could,nt She Be part Of My Future ? It Is much More Then Being Stab In The Heart.you Where The only. Will Soul That Made Things More Clear And easy.When You Left You Took A Part Of Me With You.I.ve Never Thought loseing Someone spacial Could Be So Much Pain In Heart,in Realty You Live In My Heart Forever until The End Of Time,love You Forever.....isabella...................

Timea Sipos

May 31, 2011

May God bless the family.

Catarina Cardenas

May 31, 2011

As a mother I cannot fathom the grief & loss your family is going through. I pray for the boys & the family. I am very sorry.

Linda Moore

May 31, 2011

The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. I had the pleasure of meeting you thru my daughter your employer. You were always respectful, kindhearted, loving and full of laughter. I can hear your voice as you would often call jokingly to share your day. Your gracious ways touched the lives of several members of my family and will always be remembered. We share your grief, our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family we ask that God continue to bless and strenghthen the family in the days ahead. I love and will miss you, GiGi

Marlon Hines

May 31, 2011

To Eli & Family,
I am deeply saddened by this senseless occurrence, & I offer my spiritual guidance &/or services to you anytime. May God keep you during this difficult moment in your life.

MOLLY SALAZAR

May 31, 2011

IM SO SORRY FOR THE LOSS MAY GOD BLESS HER LIL ONES AND TAKE CARE OF THEM !

Mirelez Family

May 31, 2011

We are so sad to hear of this tragic accident. Our prayers go out to Eli and the boys.
Cuz, please know that God never makes a mistake and He must have needed her with Him more than we needed her here with us.
God Bless!

Karnisha Torres

May 31, 2011

Melissa I know that right now you are in a better place and it would be selfish of me to ask God for you back!!! We are all going to miss you so much..the voice of Creek!!! R.I.P Missy

carol herrera

May 31, 2011

my+deepest+sympathy,to melissa,ross and family and her children.

Grace

May 31, 2011

Sorry for your loss. May God bless you and comfort you.

S Sotelo

May 31, 2011

My prayers go out to her family.

Julie Bravo

May 31, 2011

Melissa,
I know your in a better place where there is no suffering and no pain. I am truly sorry that your that you where taken from your babies. My prayers go out to you and your family.

Anita Fernandez

May 31, 2011

My heart goes out to your family. My deepest condolences.

Tita

May 31, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Yolanda (Yoli) Reynoso

May 31, 2011

Condolences to the children and family of Melissa. I didnt know Melissa but know some of her family members from way back 70's/80's. Know that Jesus the Comforter is near in your time of pain and sorrow.

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