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Obituary For Bishop Robert L. Ross
Passed away on Sunday, May 16, 2021. Bishop Robert L. Ross was born in Nashville, TN on 12/17/1933 where he grew up amongst family and friends. He was a proud graduate of Pearl High and attended Vanderbilt University Divinity School. He married Henrietta Linson in 1953 and served as her husband for 67 years until the time of his death. Together they had four children.
Bishop Robert L. Ross was a known prominent and elite figure in the Nashville community where he presided as Bishop for 63 years at Merry St. Church of God 7th Day. He labored among the community helping others in any way that he could which included prison ministry, homeless ministry, broadcast ministry with WVOL, praying for the sick in hospitals and homes, ministering at various churches and events, traveling internationally as a missionary, and many countless other contributions that are far too many to mention.
Bishop Robert L. Ross was preceded in death by his parents, Joe Sr., and Estella Ross; Brothers, Clarence Ross, Joseph Ross Jr.; and sisters, Ethel Ross-Crook ‘Tootsie’, Lucille A. Ross ‘Tina’; his son, Robert Lewis Ross Jr.; and grandchild John Howard Jr. ‘JJ’. Survivors include his wife of 67 years Henrietta Ross, his three children, Michael (Janet), Brenda (Clifford), and Keith Ross; two siblings Herman (Sue) Ross and Delores Gresham. Eleven grandchildren, Jennifer (Kevin), Adria (John), Michael Ross Jr., Dr. LaToya (Christopher), Cierra (Aaron), Robert Ross, Keith Ross Jr. (Felisha), LaTasha (Darwin), Marlisha Ross, Demetria Ross, Kierra Ross. Thirteen Great-grandchildren, One great-great-grandchild, and a host of nieces and nephews.
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My dear pawpaw I love you so much and miss you dearly! You were a beacon of light in this dark world. It's not the same without you! I will never be the same but I will be the woman of God that you taught me to be even through the pain! You were my Bestfriend and such a joy to be around! Rest in peace and love my dear grandfather. The work that you have done speaks volumes and still resonates in my heart! Till we meet again! - Toy
This man was wonderful in my life. As a child, in my memory, Bishop Ross visited and supported those of us in the community. He came to our home to pray and impart the word of God. He also brought the oil with him. He was a man of true integrity and Godliness. My parents taught us to love God's people. He was a MAN OF GOD, I appreciated his sacrifice. Such a blessing. To the family, we love you, The Fleming Family.
To a wonderful Pastor and person who has been a dear friend for years and years. You will be missed so much. Dear friends and family you are in our prayers and hearts. Love Regina Williams and family Steve, Regina, & Shachia Strader
Dear Sis. Ross and entire family, We are saddened by the loss of your beloved Bishop Ross. Our parents, the late Pastor Dr. John L. and Mrs. Nevada Parker were special lifelong friends. Our dad and Bishop Ross shared a special spiritual friendship as pastors. We will continue to pray for you often. "The Lord is near to those who have a broken heart....." Psalm 34:18 Submitted by the Beloved Children of the late Dr. J. L. and Mrs. Nevada Parker, North Carolina
in joyed the time at church the warm welcoming from brother Ross and flock the singers the good spirit there . lift me happy time is coming we all will see him and Jesus brother Steve savannah
When I was a young teenager, I was persecuted a lot, and loving people was very painful. When I talked to Bro. Ross about it, he made the statement: "It is better to love and be hurt than to never love at all." Those words have supported me through life. I will see you in heaven my dear brother! Praying for family and friends... love and hugs, June Knox, Savannah, TN
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