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Richard Ross Obituary
Foley, AL
Richard J. "Jack" "Turtle" Ross, age 72 of Foley AL, left this world on November 2, 2013 to be with the Lord.
He spent his career as a Professional Studio Musician in Nashville, TN and was a lifetime member of the Nashville Association of Musicians #257. He was an active member of Gulf Shores United Methodist Church for the past thirteen years, where he continued his passion for music and served as a Stephen Minister.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Richard & Audrey Ross of Normal, IL.
He is survived by his wife & best friend, Annette Harris Ross (formerly of Shelbyville, TN); his brother, Mark Ross of Kerrville, TX; his only child, Michelle Lynn Ross Roatch of Stoughton, WI.
A memorial service in his honor will be held at Gulf Shores United Methodist Church on Sunday, November 10, 2013 at 3 p.m. with visitation at 2:30p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 840692, Dallas TX 75284-0692, or to Gulf Shore United Methodist Church, 1900 Gulf Shores Parkway, Gulf Shores, AL 36542.
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Memories and Condolences
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6 Entries
June 23, 2014
Shocked to see this sad news,
Please contact me @[email protected]
Carolyn Strickland
November 12, 2013
Annette, I've thought of you and Jack over the years. So sorry to hear this sad news. Jack and my Daddy are probably playing their basses together up there in Heaven. Love you, Carolyn
November 12, 2013
You are in my thoughts and prayers. I, too, am married to a man named "Richard Ross", so your loss has a personal pain for me. May God's presence & blessings be felt!
With love, Gwen Ross
November 5, 2013
Shelly our thoughts and Prayers are with you. Jan and Jake
November 5, 2013
Michelle Lynne Ross-Roatch
American Heart Association
November 3, 2013
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
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