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David A. ROSS

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David ROSS Obituary

Age 49, Of St. Paul, MN Passed away November 9th, 2012 at his home due to cancer. He was a graduate of the University of Minnesota and his high school days were spent at St Paul Johnson where he played football and wrestled in the state tournament. He lived a life full of great experiences. He spent 8 years in the US Army Reserve as an Artillery Officer and was Airborne and Air Assault qualified. He spent his career in the financial area and the culmination was starting a successful business 4 years ago as independent Insurance broker. He was looking forward to another great year as he was known for proving exceptional service to his clients. David was avid writer. He is the author of A Portrait of Salespeople, wrote several poems, and studied theology. He enjoyed biking, rollerblading, chess, and playing tennis. He was a proud member of the Tusler-Summit Lodge #263 and many other organizations. David was devoted to his faith and the believe in Jesus Christ. Survived by: Parents Donald & Kathleen, Sister Carolyn, Brother Dale, nephews Jacob, and Grant and niece Lydia. His dog Spinster was a great companion to him. Service will be at 11:30, Friday November 16th, 2012 at TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH, 2220 Edgerton Street, Maplewood, MN, 55117.

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Published by Pioneer Press on Nov. 13, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for David ROSS

20 Entries

Rich Larson

November 23, 2012

I am very sorry to hear about your loss. I wrestled Dave my senior year at Forest Lake HS. My father was Dave's wrestling coach (Richard Larson) whom passed November 4th. Dave was a good athlete and a great representative for Johnson. God bless your family.

Georgette Lopez (Yekaldo)

November 20, 2012

I was so saddened to hear of Davids passing. I remember Dave well from school. Mostly from Frost Lake. I was a new student at the school in the fifth grade and I remember he would sit by me in classes and lunch. He would pull my hair until I finally let my EastSide Italian girl shine through one day and told him that if he didnt stop pulling my hair I was gonna punch him in the face. Well from that day, we were friends. He was such a smart, funny guy and alays had something to say or to contribute to a conversation. Gods many blessing to his family and friends. Dave you are and will be missed. One day, when we meet again, I might just let ya pull my hair.

Linda Splinter

November 19, 2012

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Ross family. I can't imagine what you are going through and I'm sorry for your loss. I knew Dave from high school and will always remember his smile. Rest in peace Dave. You are forever free.

November 15, 2012

I met Dave quite some time ago and had not talked to him in a long time, so this comes as a shock to me. I will remember him as an intelligent, creative and sharp witted guy who was taken from this life much to soon. May he rest in eternal peace. Shannon Bahr

Yumi Yokoyama

November 15, 2012

I am deeply sorry to hear about Dave. I used to play tennis with Dave often.
He was a very nice tennis player and a warm-hearted person as many people know.
May your heart and soul find peace and comfort.

Cliff Janney

November 15, 2012

We will miss you David. I so much enjoyed our conversations about tennis and the financial services business which we both had in common. Also, the effort you put into arranging matches on Sunday afternoons was terrific! We lost a good friend and way too soon.

I was fortunate enough to visit him in the last month or so. It was hard to see him battle cancer but he had his sense of humor and sharp mind until the end. That part was remarkable and nice to see. He told me he even wrote some business in his last weeks on this planet. Hah!

Now… my friend… you can play tennis all the time and be assisted with angel wings on the court.

Godspeed

Keith Matthews

November 14, 2012

Ross Family,
I really enjoyed getting reacquainted with David over the last 10-11 months. His memory of our younger days was quite remarkable. However what impressed me most was his growth in his faith in Christ. David fought the good fight, finished the course, and kept the faith.

Barb Bates

November 14, 2012

I'm so sorry to hear about Dave. He & I played tennis as partners many times. He was a supportive and enthusiastic player. I enjoyed knowing him on the courts. My thoughts are with his family.

Karin Bruehl ( Larson )

November 14, 2012

It's always sad to read of a classmates passing... My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends.

Juanita Mora

November 14, 2012

To David's family, so sorry to hear David has left us. I have many great memories of David on the tennis court. David was great tennis player and fun to play with. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Juanita

Bob Gross

November 13, 2012

Sorry to hear the news. My thoughts and prayers to the Ross'. I have a lot of fond memories of Dave, Frost Heights Football, playing Risk in the basement, and driving to Taylors Falls in the gold Cutlass. I last say Dave a couple of years ago at Barnes & Noble for chess night. He was waiting to play, so we got a chance to relive some great times!

Bob Gross

November 13, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with Ross'. I have a lot of fond memories of Dave. Playing Risk downstairs, driving up to Taylor's Falls when Dave first got his car, Frost Heights football, to name a few. That last time I say Dave, was at Barnes & Noble on Chess night, waiting to play the next game.

Shannon Stark-Miller

November 13, 2012

I was very close to Dave in High School and had many memorable moments with Dave. Very sorry to hear of his passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Ross Family.

Kathy St Amand (Kane)

November 13, 2012

I graduated with Dave and have many memories of our high school days. May you rest in peace Dave.

Kevin Matthews

November 13, 2012

To the Ross family,

It's hard to comprehend the loss you must feel. Dave lived a vibrant life full of action. I will always remember being welcomed into your home to workout with Dave. Thank you for your hospitality. Dave lives on in so many of my Minnesota memories. He constantly challenged me and for that I will always be grateful.

Karin Sherwood Erickson

November 13, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Ross family. Although I haven't seen Dave since high school, I remember him as a fun, outgoing, spirited guy who will be greatly missed. May your memories comfort you at this difficult time.

David Sheehan

November 13, 2012

As my best friend during my youth, David provided more joy and laughter than anyone could know. His genius for mischief was well known and still impresses my wife and friends. No one could make me laugh and enjoy life like he could. Thanks to him, I can lighten anyone's day by sharing tales of our early years.

Perhaps not as well known was David's ability to challenge contemporary philosophy backed by his voracious appetite for reading and knowledge. He could easily separate true wisdom from hollow rhetoric despite an overwhelming dose of the half truths passing as intelligence back then. His thoughts and reasoning helped lay the foundation of my conservative principles today and made me a better man.

“It's two O'clock now, it takes a half hour to get home, we have to get there at two O'clock…..we'll be right on time.”

Rachelle Nelko

November 13, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Ross Family during this very difficult time. David was a very dedicated and loyal financial producer, we enjoyed working with him on his clients financial planning. He will be missed and thought of often.

United Brokerage Services

Steve Barrett

November 13, 2012

My condolenses to the Ross family for their loss. Don, you are especially in my thoughts and prayers during your time of sorrow as I have been fortunate enough to get to know you over the years.

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