Helen S. Ross

1924 - 2013

Helen S. Ross obituary, 1924-2013, Roswell, GA

BORN

1924

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

H.M. Patterson & Son-Arlington Chapel

173 Allen Road NE

Atlanta, Georgia

Helen Ross Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 16, 2013.

Helen S. Ross, age 88, of Roswell died peacefully at her residence, on January 15, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, James (Jim) Ross. She is survived by her daughter, Lynda Ross, son-in-law, David Engbritson, grandsons, Ross and Ian, and several nieces. Helen grew up in in Oxford, Indiana and was a graduate of Indiana University. She was a member of Peachtree Presbyterian Church of Atlanta, and volunteered as a life member with the Woman's Auxiliary of Piedmont Hospital. After moving to Roswell she volunteered with the Friends of the Roswell Library. Helen cherished her friendships, those from many years living in the Chastain Park area, her golfing buddies at Cherokee Town and Country Club, her bridge partners, and most recently, friends from St. George Village. She shone most brightly when surrounded with friends. A visitation will be held on Friday, January 18th from 4 until 6:00 pm at H. M. Patterson & Son, Arlington Chapel, 173 Allen Road, NE, Sandy Springs. Graveside services will be held at 12:00 pm, noon on January 19th at Arlington Memorial Park, 201 Mt Vernon Hwy, Sandy Springs. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Lung Association, or a charity of your choice.

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January 24, 2013

K.Carney Rev.21:4

I hope your loving memories of a life well lived will bring you comfort in the days ahead.

January 20, 2013

Pat Arrants

A loss for all of us. Only recently did we receive a nice note from her. A dear lady.

Posted by Pat Arrants

January 18, 2013

Nina S. Tolen

A very loving Aunt and special friend. She will be missed by so many.Love and prayers to you all.

January 17, 2013

G. Johnson

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

January 17, 2013

With deepest condolences to the Ross family during your time of grief...God is for us a refuge and strength, A help that is there to be found during difficult times...May God provide you with peace and comfort to endure the days ahead.

January 17, 2013

We will always remember Helen for her smile and laughter. She was a wonderful friend who we will all miss.
We were blessed to know her for over fifty years.
Tina and Steve Rogers

January 17, 2013

S.Griggs

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

January 17, 2013

EG

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

January 16, 2013

William Ross

Many happy childhood memories of my gracious Aunt Helen.....
Billy Ross

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