Renee Michelle Ross' Obituary
Renee Michelle Ross, age 53, of Madison Heights, Michigan went to her eternal home on May 13, 2022. She was born March 28, 1969 to Gary and Sally Gross. Renee married her loving husband David on June 30, 1990. Survived by husband David Ross, sons Jeremy (Chelsea), Justin (Kara), Joshua, and Jamison. Parents Gary and Sally Gross, Brother Kurt (Libby) Gross, Sister Sheri (Buck) Myre. Mother-In-Law Joann Ross, Sisters-In-Law Nancy (Jerry) Richter, and Dorothy (Chad) Horning. Also many loving Nieces, Nephews, Aunts, Uncles and Cousins. Predeceased by Father-in-law David Ross and Nephew Tate Myre.
Renee loved spending time with family up north on the river to go boating, swimming, and fishing. She enjoyed entertaining friends and family during holiday get-togethers and other special gatherings. Renee had the gift of mercy and hospitality, which was obvious when she was entertaining or helping those around her. The concern and care of those around her was always priority above her own needs.
Raising four boys, she was able to handle and nurture their many needs through various stages of their lives. Renee loved attending the many activities her boys were involved in, which spanned from band, various sports, church activities, and other school functions. Renee adored and was very proud of having all boys, and mentioned many times she would not have it any other way.
Renee was an active member of her Church where she enjoyed going on weekend women’s retreats. She looked forward to strengthening friendships and creating new ones during the course of these trips. She was also involved with many youth outings and events, worked in youth bible studies, and also taught many years of children’s Sunday school hour. Renee had a rewarding experience when she joined the teen mission trip to New Orleans and always wished to go back.
Renee started her working career at Beaumont Hospital after graduating from Royal Oak Dondero High School in 1987. After becoming a mother, her career switched to a stay at home mom, which was a stage of her life that she cherished and truly loved. Renee went back to work for the Lamphere School District once the youngest son was in school full time. She had worked for the school district ever since and thoroughly enjoyed working around all the children.
In her spare time, Renee enjoyed many forms of crafts including card making, scrapbooking, calligraphy, and decorating the home during all the seasons throughout the year. At holiday dinners, she made special place setting favors for her guests to take home.
Renee enjoyed all of her family trips and vacations, especially the trips to Mackinaw, the Smoky Mountains in Gatlinburg, and Florida. Most importantly, it was her time that she was able to spend with her family that she treasured the most.
Renee’s positive attitude, spiritual gifts, and love for her family and friends will be felt forever.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 17th from 1:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Hopcroft Funeral Home, 31145 John R. Road, (1 block N. of 13 Mile Road, west side of John R. Road), Madison Heights, Michigan. The Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, May 18th at 11:00 am (visitation from 9:00 am - 11:00 am) at Christ Community Church of Sterling Heights, 8291 - 14 Mile Road (at Van Dyke), Sterling Heights, Michigan.
In lieu of flowers, donations to their church are appreciated. The funds will go towards programs the family chooses as well as a missions outreach program in New Orleans. There will be a donation box at the services, mailed donations can be sent to the church address with Renee Ross inserted in the memo area of a check, or online donations are available. Online donation can be given on the church website by selecting “In Honor of Renee Ross” in place of “Tithes and Offerings” from the dropdown menu on the church’s “GIVE ONLINE” section.
Link: https://christcommchurch.churchcenter.com/giving
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