David A. Ross

David A. Ross peacefully passed away on September 12, 2021. He was born on April 22, 1939 to the late Adrian and Mary (Slack) Ross.

Dave was a proud graduate of Akron High School, Niagara University, and Simmons Mortuary School. He joined his father in the family business, serving as a funeral director for over 50 years. During this time, he also mentored two of his sons and a granddaughter to follow in his footsteps. Beyond his role in the funeral industry, Dave had a diverse career. He worked as an Erie County Sheriff, served as an ambulance driver, and co-owned the Ross Paint & Wallpaper store with his father. Dave was actively involved in his community as a Village of Akron trustee, an Akron Central School bus driver, and a member of the Akron Lion’s Club, the Elks, and the Rotary Club of Akron. A passionate traveler, Dave cherished his annual trips to Myrtle Beach with his children. He was also a devoted Buffalo Bills fan, enjoying every Sunday game surrounded by his family. Known for his sense of humor, Dave loved making people smile and was always ready with a joke.

Loving father of Michael (Debbie) Ross, Elizabeth Palizay, David (late Arlene "Minnie") Ross, Late Shawn (Dawn) Ross, Charlie (Laura) Ross, Katie (John) Connell, Colleen (Pat Jenkins) Ross, Debbie Anderson, Chris Hake, and Shandra Hake. Cherished grandfather of Maison Ross, Madisyn Ross, Paul (Carrie) Palizay, Mary Palizay, Matthew Palizay, Joshua (Andrea) Ross, Jordan (Tim) Creed, Hanna Ross, Adrian Ross, Stephen Ross, Sean Connell, Liam Connell, Fiona Connell, Devon (Jimmy) Petti, Carl Jenkins, Marshall Jenkins, Patrick Naughton, and Collin Naughton. Proud great-grandfather of Julia, Keira, and Waylon Palizay; Payton Palizay, Kennedy and Reese Sundown; Maren, Sibilla, and Atlas Creed; Autumn, Willow, and Ivy Connell; and Cecilia Petti. Dear brother of Bryan (Mary Jane) Ross and Judy (Ray) Gori. Dave is also survived by several nieces, nephews, and his dear friend, Sue Nicholas. David was predeceased by his first wife, Marsha (Dickinson) Ross, and late wife, Sylvia (Sutton) Ross.

Friends and relatives may call on Monday, September 20th, from 2-5 and 6-8 PM at Ross Funeral Home of Akron, LLC. A Funeral Mass will be held at 1:00 PM on Tuesday, September 21, 2021 at St. Teresa of Avila Church, 5771 Buell St., Akron, NY 14001.   

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