Help the Ross Children Honor Cindy's Memory

Dear Family & Friends,

It is with great sadness and a heavy heart that I share the news of the passing of our beautiful Mother, Cindy Ross, unexpectedly at the young age of 56 on September 2nd, 2024. She left behind all her family, friends, and beloved children: Josh, Jacob, Timmy, Nathan, Rebekah, and Tessa. We are all heartbroken by this sudden loss, as she left us far too soon. Our family is beyond shaken and grieving has been anything but easy. The healing process will be difficult, but we are confident that, in time, all things will make sense. Nothing could ever prepare you for such an insurmountable loss and although it’s still so new, consoling our hearts is proving ever so challenging.

My mom made the most of her life prioritizing and loving her children. To her admission, motherhood was her greatest accomplishment, and she sure was vocal about it. She adored us. She supported us. She believed in us. Through her guidance, we could find footing within our individual lives. She was patient, kind, and tender - lending many smiles and laughs to everyone who knew her. She stressed quality time spent with others and creating memories that would last were the foundations of a prosperous life. Family and the connections she made throughout her life, therefore, reigned over all else. As we consume the passing days, we know our ability to endure is going to rely on the healing process starting. It would break our mom’s heart to know how much grief her loss has caused, but there is no greater sign than that to justify how loved she was.

Loss is not intended to feel good, and it’s appropriate to hurt while processing its pain, but ultimately, her life was filled with love, laughter, and adventure. And for that, we are grateful to everyone who accompanied her and welcomed her into their lives. We hope her memory and presence during her life were as beautiful to you as they were to us. And as a result, her life is to be celebrated.

However, the sudden nature of my mom’s death has left an unimaginable void and an even greater financial burden stemming from cremation and end-of-life medical debts. There is no obligation whatsoever, but please donate to the cause if you find it within your heart to do so. Your kindness, generosity, love, and support will help immensely. As we navigate around her loss, we encourage anybody to reach out and share stories you may have had with my mom so that we can celebrate her life accordingly.

With much love,

The Ross children