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1978
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2021
Emily ROSS Obituary
Emily was born on September 26, 1978, to Stephanie LaVerde Ross and the late Elbert Howell "Chip" Ross Jr. in Choteau, MT. From Lewiston, ID, Emily moved to Spokane, WA, in 1984, graduating from Joel E. Ferris High School in 1996. Her undergraduate degree was from University of Redlands in Redlands, CA, in 2000. She received a graduate degree from Whitworth University in Spokane, WA, in 2013, followed by a certification in Montessori elementary education from the Montessori Institute of Milwaukee, WI, in 2014.
She was incredibly intelligent with a passion for education. She was a dedicated mom to her three children. She was a steadfast friend with an unforgettably humorous personality. She also had a deep connection to nature. In search of purpose, joy, contentment, and independence she recently completed hiking portions of the Pacific Crest Trail, a National Scenic Trail that spans from Canada to Mexico. Emily's enlightened spirit will be missed.
Emily is predeceased by her dear father, Chip. She is survived by her mother, Stephanie; ex-husband, Joseph Morris; and three children, Daniel (21), Isaac (19), and Madeleine Morris (17), as well as her two sisters, Jennifer Ross (Ben Lukoff) and Ashley Kautzman (Ian); nieces, Isabel and Ivy; and nephews, Cooper, Chip and Lev.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to further her children's education at gofundme.com/f/memorial-fund-for-emilys-three-children
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Memories and Condolences
for Emily ROSS
Ashley
November 19, 2024
Love you, Emily! It's almost puzzle season <3
Mom
November 19, 2024
Emily, you chose an alternative existence. I wish I knew what you are experiencing now!
caidyn flett
March 21, 2024
she was my first grade teacher and she was the best I mean the best 1 love u miss Ross you first grade kid -caidyn flett
Mom
February 14, 2023
Still hard to believe that you are gone. Hoping that you are at peace. Happy Valentine´s Day, dear Emily!
Stephanie Ross
November 20, 2022
Monica Tonasket
November 26, 2021
Ms. Ross was my daughters first grade teacher in Wellpinit. We are very saddened to hear of her passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all her family and all who loved her.
Mom
November 25, 2021
(copy and paste this link into the URL bar to view) https://youtu.be/jINFNxSxzhA Simon/Garfunkel´s "For Emily, whenever I may find her". This is the song that prompted me to give u ur name. It is as beautiful as u r. My other `brain worm´ that I´ve heard so many people endearingly say is,"Oh Emily". Be at peace now!
Jenni
November 25, 2021
We love you so much. You need to teach Dad the Balki dance up there. It´s hard to believe we´ll never do it again here. May you deeply Rest In Peace and Power.
Ashley
November 25, 2021
Love you, Em! We are thankful for all of the memories you left us!
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