Richard J. (Jack) Ross, aka “Turtle,” 72, of Foley, left this world on Nov. 2, 2013 to be with the Lord.
He spent his career as a professional studio musician in Nashville, Tenn., and was a lifetime member of the Nashville Association of Musicians No. 257.
He was an active member of Gulf Shores United Methodist Church for the past 13 years, where he continued his passion for music and served as a Stephen Minister.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Audrey Ross of Normal, Ill.
He is survived by his wife and best friend, Annette Harris Ross (formerly of Shelbyville, Tenn.); his brother, Mark Ross of Kerrville, Texas; and his only child, Michelle Lynn Ross Roatch of Stoughton, Wis.
A memorial service in his honor will be held at Gulf Shores United Methodist Church on Sunday, Nov. 10, 2013, at 3 p.m., with visitation at 2:30 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 840692, Dallas TX 75284-0692, or to Gulf Shores United Methodist Church, 1900 Gulf Shores Pkwy., Gulf Shores, AL 36542.
Arrangements by Pine Rest Funeral Home, Foley.
