Deanna Elizabeth Elaine Ross
September 08, 1970 - August 13, 2013
Obituary
MADISON/MCFARLAND/STOUGHTON-Deanna Elizabeth Elaine Ross, age 42, passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2013, at Stoughton Hospital. She was born on Sept. 8, 1970, in Madison, the daughter of Dean Ross and Gerry Ross. Deanna went to grade school in Madison and McFarland, graduating with a special education diploma from McFarland High School in 1988. She was diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor in May 1979. Deanna so wanted to be accepted for who she was. She was very proud to be able to live in her own apartment for many years and was proud of being able to take public transportation and take care of herself. Deanna was very proud of working at McDonalds on Monona Drive and West Towne for three years. She also worked for Walmart West for almost 15 years until she retired due to her declining health. Deanna loved to shop, spend money, and do crafts. She was proud of raising a beautiful kitten, Tyler James, to be the sweetest, dearest cat. Tyler was a great companion living with Deanna until two years ago. Deanna is survived by her biggest advocates, her loving parents, Gerry Ross and Dean (Vicky Carlson) Ross; loving brothers, Anthony (Nicole) Ross and Michael Ross; loving nieces, Abbigail and Maribel; grandparents, Herbert and Elizabeth Muehlemann; aunts, Jackie (Leonard) Becker, Jean Muehlemann and Sally Ross; and cousins, Sheila, Brian, Brenda, Shannon, Jon, Joie, Jill, Bob, Carlene and Rick. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Malcom and Elaine Ross; and uncle, Malcom Ross Jr. A Celebration of Deanna’s Life will be held at GUNDERSON STOUGHTON FUNERAL HOME, 1358 Hwy 51, Stoughton at Noon on Saturday, Aug. 17, 2013. Burial will be at Highland Memory Gardens. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 10 a.m. until the time of service on Saturday. Deanna brought a great deal of joy and inspired scores of people throughout her life. She lit up a room with her bright smile. Deanna taught the world that she was going to be heard and heard she was. She received loving caring support from her doctors at Dean Clinic, the staff of St. Mary’s Renal Clinic, UW Clinic and Hospital, Chris Witt and Brenda Arnett (her cousin) with Advanced Employment, Avenues to Community, and all the other agencies that provided support throughout her life. Our darling daughter, a young woman of extreme courage, strength and love. Who was beautiful , soft, peaceful, and free as a dove. Our darling daughter, as you enter your new heavenly home, may you rest in peace for which you truly deserve. For you will be truly missed and remembered for your love and honor which we will preserve. May God be with you, we will love you forever. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson Stoughton
Funeral & Cremation Care
1358 Hwy 51
(608) 873-4590
Events
Visitation
Sat Aug 17, 2013 @ 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Stoughton • 1358 Hwy 51, P.O. Box 96, Stoughton, WI 53589
Service
Sat Aug 17, 2013 @ 12:00 PM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Stoughton • 1358 Hwy 51, P.O. Box 96, Stoughton, WI 53589
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Memories
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Heather Woodruff
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We will miss you Deanna. You were a joy to know over these past years. I am so glad my daughter got a chance to know her Auntie Deanna and she will always remember you.
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Tanya Henry-Driese
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I was the manager at the West Towne Mall McD's that Deanna worked at. We had a blast working together. She always had a smile on her face and worked circles around alot of people. She will truly be missed..My thoughts and prayers go out to her family...Tanya
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Michele Blackman
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Gerry, I know Deanna is in a better place. She was a true fighter and had a mother who fought hard for her daughter to lead the life Deanna so desired. God bless you Gerry. Love, Michele
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Amy Ashley
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Although it was only for a few years, it was an absolute pleasure to know Deanna! She was beautiful inside and out and I feel honored to have gotten the opportunity to work with her. My prayers and support are with her family, God Bless you all.
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mary & steve neff
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So sorry to hear about Deanna. Did not realize she was declining in her health. She was so lucky to have a great Dad and Vicky to help her through her life.
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Eric Kinnaird
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To the Ross Family here is a poem I put together hope you enjoy it Deanna Your smile, your laughter -Only a memory. Your voice, your personality -Only a memory Sometimes people mention your name. Some just keep quiet But no matter what is or isn’t said. You’re always on someone’s mind. As you lay in a still rest, God broke our hearts to prove he took the best. Everything you did, everything you were she is just away. With a cheery smile and a wave of a hand She has wandered into Heaven And left us dreaming how very fair It needs must be since she lingers there. It’s only a memory. I’ll say my farewell My friend Deanna I will miss you. He will raise you up on eagle's wings, Bear you on the breath of dawn, Make you to shine like the sun, And hold you in the palm of His Hand Gone from our sight, but never our memories. Gone from our touch, but never our hearts. You are the wind beneath my wings!♥ Your good friend Eric