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     Elizabeth "Lizzie" Ross was born on 11 March 1873 at Macoupin Co., IL. She was the daughter of Ezekiel Harden Ross and Elizabeth Ann Range. Elizabeth "Lizzie" Ross died on 21 March 1873 at Macoupin Co., IL. She was buried in March 1873 at Range Cemetery, Macoupin Co., IL, Findagrave #101826834.

     Ethelyn M. Ross was also known as "Ethel".¹ She was born on 18 May 1884 at Hersey, Osceola Co., MI. She was the daughter of Sylvester Ross and Evangeline M. Cutter. Ethelyn M. Ross married Frederick Harner, son of Mattias Harner and Henrietta Gross, on 31 December 1912 at Osceola Co., MI. Ethelyn M. Ross died on 31 March 1949 at Ashland Twp., Newaygo Co., MI, at age 64. She was buried in April 1949 at Oakdale Cemetery, Hersey, Osceola Co., MI, Findagrave #22083639.

     Ezekiel Harden Ross was born on 29 January 1834 at Macoupin Co., IL. He was the son of Robert Ross and Elizabeth Henrietta Howerton.¹ Ezekiel Harden Ross married Elizabeth Ann Range, daughter of Allen Range and Agnes Crouch, on 11 March 1858 at Macoupin Co., IL, a second record shows 8 MAR 1858. After Elizabeth's death, Ezekiel remarried in 1882 to Martha Ellen Crum. Ezekiel Harden Ross died on 1 June 1909 at age 75. He was buried in June 1909 at Fairmont Cemetery, Fairmont, Fillmore Co., NE, Findagrave #55504803.

     Floyd Orval Ross was also known as "Toad". He was born on 7 June 1919 at Mission, Hidalgo Co., TX. He was the son of Taylor E. Ross and Mary Elizabeth Davalt. Floyd Orval Ross married Julie Louise Grandpierre, daughter of Jules Louis Grandpierre and Tamer Elizabeth Johnson. Floyd Orval Ross married Mildred Cecilia Van Houten, daughter of Hobart Samuel Van Houten and Lucy Bridget Page, circa May 1993. Floyd Orval Ross died on 28 May 2009 at Hidalgo Co., TX, at age 89 Obituary:

FLOYD O. "TOAD" ROSS
MISSION - Floyd O. "Toad" Ross, 89, passed away at his home Thursday, May 28, 2009. He was born to Taylor and Mary Elizabeth Ross on June 7, 1919 in Mission, Texas.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Garlin Ross, his sister Aleene Ross Virdell, and his loving wives Julie Granpierre Ross and Mildred Matzen Ross and nephew Morris Ross and wife Gail.
He is survived his sons Ted (Marcia) Ross, Richard (Crystal) Matzen, Tom (Pug) Matzen, daughters Judy (Gerald+) Masel and Shirley (Albin) Jewell. He is also survived by his nieces Mayebeth (Wayne) Scott, Judy (Arthur) Mangum, and nephew Bill (Evelyn) Ross.
Toad was in the automotive business all his working life. He was a 50 year Mason, past Master of Mission Masonic Lodge #1061 where his received his 33 degree.
Toad was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather to his extended family. A good friend with a great smile, he loved good times, traveling and fishing with family and friends. He is missed.
The family wishes to thank Dr. Steve Havener and staff, Odyssey Hospice, and loving caregivers Sonia Alvarado, Sara Davila, and Amy Munoz.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Palm Valley Animal Center, 2501 Trenton, Edinburg, TX, 78539, the Mission Historical Museum, 900 Doherty, Mission, TX, 78572 or a memorial of your choice.
A Masonic graveside service will be held Monday, June 1, 2009 at 10:30 AM at Valley Memorial Gardens in McAllen. Services are under the direction of Ric Brown Family Funeral Home of Mission.

He was buried in 2009 at Valley Memorial Gardens, McAllen, Hidalgo Co., TX, Findagrave #114163910.

     Garlin Romaine Ross was born on 16 May 1912 at Doxey, Beckham Co., OK. He was the son of Taylor E. Ross and Mary Elizabeth Davalt. Garlin Romaine Ross married Sarah Mildred Morris, daughter of Edwin Terrence Morris and Ivonia May Park, on 6 September 1936 at Mobeetie, Wheeler Co., TX. Garlin Romaine Ross died on 20 October 2001 at age 89.

     Glen Charles Ross was born on 16 March 1944 at Wichita Co., TX. He was the son of Verna Goldsmith Ross and Cleo Bessie Byrd. Glen Charles Ross died in 2016 at Texas.

     Harland Charles Ross was born on 4 March 1906 at Alva, Woods Co., OK.¹ He was the son of Bert B. Ross and Athletta Hatfield. Harland Charles Ross married Elizabeth Regina Latour, daughter of John A. Latour and Elizabeth R. Henkels, circa 1936.¹ Harland Charles Ross lived on 23 April 1940 at Glendale, Los Angeles Co., CA, Aircraft mechanic.¹ He lived in 1959 at Wichita, Sedgwick Co., KS, Wichita city directory. He died in April 1977 at Sandia Park, Bernalillo Co., NM, at age 71.

     Henry Charles Ross was born on 27 March 1883 at Newark, Licking Co., OH. He married Ethelyn Gillian Larimore, daughter of Samuel Gilmore Larimore and Anna E. Darst, on 24 December 1908 at Licking Co., OH. Henry Charles Ross died on 26 September 1956 at Crawford Co., OH, at age 73. He was buried in September 1956 at Cedar Hill Cemetery, Newark, Licking Co., OH.

     Homer Willard Ross was born on 20 June 1928 at Grandview, Carroll Co., AR. He was the son of Sherman Ross and Rhoda Biggerstaff. Homer Willard Ross married Mary Estelle Windle, daughter of Robert Edward Lee Windle and Lilly May Mattingly. Homer Willard Ross died on 28 February 2012 at Carroll Co., AR, at age 83. He was buried in March 2012 at Grandview Cemetery, Grandview, Carroll Co., AR.

     Honora Nancy Ross was born on 2 September 1877 at Cedarville, Greene Co., OH.¹ She married Milton Jones on 9 July 1894 at Greene Co., OH.¹ Honora Nancy Ross lived on 22 April 1910 at 121 Home Avenue, Xenia, Greene Co., OH, filler in fuse factory.¹ She died on 31 October 1948 at Xenia, Greene Co., OH, at age 71. She was buried in November 1948 at Woodland Cemetery, Xenia, Greene Co., OH, Findagrave #42377095.

     Howard F. Ross married Ella D. Kelso, daughter of Charles Kelso and Honora Evans, in 1888.

     Jacqueline Winifred Ross was born on 2 July 1914 at Missoula Co., MT.¹ She was the daughter of Henry Charles Ross and Ethelyn Gillian Larimore. Jacqueline Winifred Ross married Charles William Freeman, son of Floyd Freeman and Bertha Dase. Jacqueline Winifred Ross lived on 10 April 1940 at 106 Spring Street, Newark, Licking Co., OH, with her parents.² She and Charles William Freeman were divorced circa 1944. Jacqueline Winifred Ross married Wendell Paul Somerville. Jacqueline Winifred Ross died on 8 August 1991 at Licking Co., OH, at age 77 Dates per SSDI, last residence Newark.

     James Russell Ross was born on 24 November 1934 at Walker, Linn Co., IA, son of Lewis W. and Stella F. (Mooney) Ross of Walker, Iowa. He lived in 2009 at Goodyear, Maricopa Co., AZ. He died on 18 May 2009 at Maricopa Co., AZ, at age 74

Obituary -- The Gazette, Cedar Rapids, Iowa; Thursday, 28 MAY 2009, p.8 (Newspapers.com):

James R. Ross, 74, of Goodyear, Ariz., passed away May 18, 2009, after a courageous battle of several health issues. A Celebration of Life memorial service will be today at Christ Presbyterian Church, 925 N. Sarival, Goodyear, Ariz. Arrangements by Allen Funeral Hoem, Peoria, Ariz.

He is survived by his wife, Marlys; son, David, St. Paul, Minn., and Daniel, Kansas City, Mo; daughter, Ann McGuffy; stepson, Cameron Everett; 10 grandchildren and one great-granddaughter.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis and Stella Ross; five brothers and one sister.

Jim was born in Walker, Iowa, and moved to Cedar Rapids, where he lived until 2004, when he and his wife moved to Goodyear, Ariz. Jim was a self-employed buisinessman. He owned L. W. Ross Refrigeration for 36 years and Papa Juan's Mexican Restaurant.

Memorials can be made to Christ Presbyterian Church in Jim's name.

     Jerry Robert Ross was born on 4 August 1935 at Wichita Falls, Wichita Co., TX.¹ He was the son of Verna Goldsmith Ross and Cleo Bessie Byrd.¹ Jerry Robert Ross died on 14 May 2012 at Wichita Falls, Wichita Co., TX, at age 76.

     John Ross was born on 7 December 1793 at Blue Licks, Robertson Co., KY. He was the son of William Ross and Winifried Rector. John Ross married Catherine Kiser, daughter of Philip Kiser and Elizabeth Kite, on 24 October 1830 at Champaign Co., OH. John Ross died on 9 March 1877 at Sangamon Co., IL, at age 83.

     John Alexer Ross was born on 8 April 1844 at Izard Co., AR.^2,1 He began military service Civil War service, Private, Co. "C", 27th Infantry, C.S.A. He married Mary Madline Clark circa 1875.² John Alexer Ross died on 18 February 1931 at age 86. He was buried in February 1931 at Laurel Hill Cemetery, Mission, Hidalgo Co., TX, Findagrave #60132100.

     John W. Ross was the son of Martin V. Ross and Elizabeth Virginia Sonner.

     Joseph Ross was born circa 1860 at Italy. He married Maria M. Kline circa 1906.¹ Joseph Ross died on 7 April 1942 at Hancock Co., OH. He was buried in April 1942 at Maple Grove Cemetery, Findlay, Hancock Co., OH, Find A Grave Memorial# 50937940.

     Julianna Ross was born on 16 July 1942 at Mission, Hidalgo Co., TX. She was the daughter of Garlin Romaine Ross and Sarah Mildred Morris. Julianna Ross married George Masters Aldrich on 21 August 1977 at Hidalgo Co., TX. Julianna Ross lived in 1992 at 12822 Tarrytown Street, San Antonio, Bexar Co., TX. She married Arthur Clementine Mangham on 10 August 2005 at Bexar Co., TX. Julianna Ross died on 10 July 2012 at age 69.

     Kate Ross was the daughter of Martin V. Ross and Elizabeth Virginia Sonner.

     Lanty M. Ross married Nell Embree Bell, daughter of Dr. John Bower Bell and Mabel Vesteen Easterly, on 20 September 1919.

     Laura A. Ross was the daughter of Martin V. Ross and Elizabeth Virginia Sonner.

     Lemuel William Ross was born on 22 March 1874 at Gambier, Knox Co., OH. He married Susannah Gaumer. Lemuel William Ross died on 9 December 1937 at Licking Co., OH, at age 63. He was buried in December 1937 at Homer Cemetery, Homer, Licking Co., OH, Findagrave #59456787.

     Leonard Ross was the son of Martin V. Ross and Elizabeth Virginia Sonner.

     Lucy May Ross was born on 1 January 1885 at Newcomerstown, Tuscarawas Co., OH. She married Arthur Dalton Carpenter. Lucy May Ross died on 18 May 1917 at Morgan Co., OH, at age 32. She was buried in May 1917 at Dale Cemetery, Palmer Twp., Washington Co., OH, Findagrave #80157974.

     Marilyn Jean Ross was born on 1 November 1932 at Wichita Falls, Wichita Co., TX.¹ She was the daughter of Verna Goldsmith Ross and Cleo Bessie Byrd.¹ Marilyn Jean Ross died on 1 August 1996 at 2819 Schumacher Drive, Mishawaka, St. Joseph Co., IN, at age 63 per Indiana death certificate. She was buried, cremated, per death certificate.

     Martin V. Ross married Elizabeth Virginia Sonner, daughter of William R. Sonner and Mary C. Ripperdan, on 13 October 1859 at Harrison Co., IN, Ceremony by Rev. A. Bennett of the U.B. Church.

     Mary Ross was born on 24 April 1775 at Greenbrier, VA (now WV). She married William Waddell. Mary Ross died on 6 March 1827 at Gallia Co., OH, at age 51.

     Mary Agnes Ross was born on 26 February 1864 at Illinois. She was the daughter of Ezekiel Harden Ross and Elizabeth Ann Range. Mary Agnes Ross married Elmer E. Miller, son of Scott Miller and Elizabeth H. Freeman. Mary Agnes Ross died on 16 February 1939 at Nevada, Vernon Co., MO, at age 74. She was buried in February 1939 at Sheldon Cemetery, Sheldon, Vernon Co., MO, Findagrave #113940228.

     Mary Kathryn Ross was born on 1 December 1906 at Dayton, Montgomery Co., OH. She was the daughter of Joseph Ross and Maria M. Kline. Mary Kathryn Ross married Guy Theodore Leeper, son of William Oliver Leeper and Mary Elizabeth Philippi. Mary Kathryn Ross died on 11 October 1995 at Santa Clara Co., CA, at age 88. She was buried in October 1995 at Alta Mesa Memorial Park, Palo Alto, Santa Clara Co., CA, Find A Grave Memorial# 139943459.