Sgt Don Ross, 50 years, passed away after a lengthy illness
at CFB Winnipeg, on July 18, 2014. Born in Springhill, he was a son of
Carl and Beverly (Hodges) Ross of Springhill.
Don served 30 years as a Aeromedical Tech/Instructor. He was
one of a few in the world to reach 12.3 G in the human centrifuge
testing suits worn by our Jet Fighter Pilots today. Don completed 25
freefall jumps in a week, a feat respected by our CF Special Ops
personnel. He was also a qualified ship diver and medic. Don was an
avid golfer, hockey and softball player. He loved being with his dogs
Emrick and Iska.
Besides his parents he will be sadly missed by his caring
spouse, Carole Labby; son, Christian of Saskatchewan, daughter, Sheri
(Brinn) of Saskatchewan; Carole's daughters, Emily and Erika;
grandchildren, Finnegan; brother, Terry (Cathy) of Middle Sackville;
nieces, Amy (Aaron), April (Josh) both of Alberta; great nephew,
Riley; Wendy, mother of Christian and Sheri.
Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Don's life will
be held from 2:00 to 4:00 pm on Saturday, August 2, 2014 from the A H
Brown Funeral Home, 5 McFarlane Street, Springhill, (902 597 2361)
followed by a family Graveside Committal service in Hillside Cemetery,
Springhill, with Pastor Paul Berry officiating.
He will be sadly missed by all who knew him.
Private condolences or donations in lieu of flowers in Don's
memory may be made to a charity of choice by visiting
www.brownsfuneralhome.com.