Denis Alexander Ross


Cemetery:
Kincardine Cemetery, Kincardine, ON
In Memory of
Denis Alexander Ross
October 17th, 1933 - June 19th, 2021

Place of Death

Elgin Abbey, Chesley

Obituary

Denis Alexander Ross of Kincardine, passed away peacefully at Elgin Abbey, Chesley on June 19, 2021 at the age of 87, with his wife Shirley and son Donald by his side. Denis was born in Edmonton, Alberta on October 17, 1933. His father was born in Devils Lake, North Dakota and his grandfather came from Scotland in 1811.

Dorothy (McConnell) his first wife died of cancer after 36 years of marriage. Survived by 3 children; Nancy (Jeff Kennedy) of Napanee, Donald (Ida) of Mississauga, and Jennifer (the late John Christakos) of Sudbury and 8 grandchildren. Denis married Shirley Harris in 1994 and he is also greatly missed by her sons Ronald and Douglas both of Ottawa.

After 19 years in oil and gas production both in BC and Alberta, he came to Ontario to work for Ontario Power Generation at the Heavy Water plant where he was a shift supervisor for 22 years. Shirley took an early retirement in 1995 and at that time they bought their first RV, travelling for 6 months of each year for 22 years all over the US, Canada and Mexico. Their 3 motorhomes were also his babies.

His Scottish heritage continued on to become member in Clan Ross. He was always proud to wear his “Hunting Ross” kilt. Denis was actively involved with the Kincardine United Church, Royal Canadian Legion (member of the colour party for a few years), Kincardine Lawn bowling, Kincardine Golf and Country Club, and was the founding member of the Kincardine Probus Club. Wood carving remained his hobby at home. Though all the years of travel, he and Shirley had their faithful dogs at their side and they greatly loved their constant companions “Bear” and “Coco”.

In June of 2017, Denis went to Tiverton Park Manor and in September of 2019 moved to Elgin Abbey in Chesley. Denis always loved a good laugh but didn’t like a joke being played on him!!

Following his wishes, cremation has taken place and a private service will be held at the Kincardine Cemetery. Rest In Peace.

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Message from Dorothy and Bob Fletcher2021-07-06 20:30:58

Shirley, we are sorry to learn about Denis. He was such a nice man. We look forward to seeing you Juy 15th .

sincereky

Dorothy and Bob Fletcher

Message from Mary Boucher2021-06-25 15:52:12

Thinking of You! Good Memories of You & Denis - When You Came For Dinner At Our New Home in Foxboro Green! Also Our 'Time At Sick Kids! Many Years Ago! Take Care! Mary Boucher 

Message from Freeman Hussey2021-06-23 09:42:19

Shirley and family, please accept my condolences in Dennis's passing. He was a gentleman. RIP Dennis. 

Message from Jim Thorman2021-06-23 08:02:22

So sorry to hear of the passing of Denis, I worked with Denis at the Heavy Water Plant for a number of years.Always a fair and honest guy, he will be missed by all that knew him. Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss. 

Message from Katie Harrison2021-06-22 12:56:37

Dear Shirley, your family and the entire Ross Family;

Please accept my sincere condolences with the passing of Denis. You guys had many happy times together! Hugs and prayers are with you and your families as you reflect on those years! 
Kind regards,

Katie (former coworker)❤️

 

Message from David Pachota2021-06-21 23:02:19

So sorry that Denis has passed on. We worked together for some time so many years ago. Denis was one of the best of the best.

Message from Karen and Rick MacKinnon2021-06-21 22:51:29

Don, Ida, Danielle and Nicole- so sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. Sounds like he lived a very full life, may the good memories you have comfort you in the days ahead.  Love the MacKinnon Clan

Message from Athena Christakos2021-06-21 20:46:39

Thinking of you, Nancy, Don, Jennifer, and your families, at this sad time. Our deep sympathy on the loss of your beloved dad.

-Frank, Athena, and family

Message from Shirley Bieman2021-06-21 18:18:44

Dear Shirley,  Sending our sincere condolences to you and Denis's family.   
Shirley and Andy. 

Message from Patrice Wilde2021-06-21 16:06:50

Shirley, I'm so sorry to hear that Dennis has passed away. This is made more difficult for you because of COVID restrictions I'm sure. I have some good memories of Dennis and wished I had met him long before his memory failed him. I am thinking of you and hope you are doing well. If I'm ever in the Kincardine area I will look you up.

Many, many hugs from me to you, Patrice xo

Message from Jean & Syd Walker 2021-06-21 15:42:35

Our Condolences to Shirley,  Nancy, Donald and Jennifer. 

Message from Joan and John pollard2021-06-21 13:28:33

 Shirley and family,,,our deepest sympathy ,,,,Denis was a smart,kind,gentle man who was a pleasure to know over the last few years as a neighbour and friend. We enjoyed his chats and fondly remember our winter get togethers for lunch and visits at your motor home in Florida.  thinking of you at this sad time. 

Message from Margaret and Ron Beechey2021-06-21 13:17:23

Our condolences to you Shirley and the family.  Fond memories of our rally times.  

Message from Becky and Bob Ogilvie2021-06-21 12:59:10

Shirley, we send our condolences to you and all of those who loved Denis. He was a great neighbour (Bob was lucky enough to be his nextdoor neighbour in "the Ridge" and then again years later on Saugeen St). He had a great smile and always had time for our girls when they were little. 
He will be missed and may he rest in peace.

Becky and Bob

Message from Gail and Brian Johnson2021-06-21 11:41:01

Shirley and family

We are sorry for your loss and send our deepest condolences at this sad time.

Gail and Brian Johnson

Message from Sandra and Rodney Benbow2021-06-21 11:38:11

Nancy, Jeff, Don, Ida, Jen, Andy and families; we are so saddened and sorry for the loss of your Dad and Grandfather. Our hearts ache for you all. So glad that Don was able to be with him in his final hour. 

He's reunited with your Mom now. He was a wonderful man and, it was such a pleasure to grow up in the same neighbourhood as him. 

Love to all of you in the time of sorrow. 

Sandra and Rodney Benbow ( Stopford )

Message from Mary Boucher2021-06-21 11:06:48

Shirley - To Let You Know - I Am 'Thinking of You' - sorry For Your Loss! Denis was Such A Great Guy! Often Think of The time You & Denis Came For Dinner At Our New Home in Foxboro Green! Also You & I Shared Time At Sick Kids in Toronto - Such A Special Time! Take Care! Hope to Hear From You! Mary Boucher 

 

Message from Don Rushton2021-06-21 10:12:34

Dennis was one of the best and most respected shift supervisors we had at the Heavy. Condolences to all in the extended Ross family. 

Message from Lisa M Kelly2021-06-21 08:21:35

So very sorry for your loss.

I was a neighbour of the Ross family in Huron Ridge in the 1970s, thinking of you all at this time. I remember Dennis as being a very kind Man.

Lisa Kelly (Gomes).

Message from Steve Musselman 2021-06-21 07:39:56

Dear Shirley and family 

Very sorry for your loss. Thinking of you.

Steve

Message from Rick and Kathy Young2021-06-20 22:49:21

Nancy, Don, Jenn and families our sincere condolences on the passing of your Dad and Grandfather, our thoughts are with you at this difficult time! Take care of yourselves! Thinking of you all! ❤️
Rick and Kathy Young

Message from John Park2021-06-20 22:45:41

Dennis was one my my first shift superviosrs when I worked for him at BHWPA in the mid 70's. I remember him as a fair and easy going superviser who cared about his new trainees. Sorry to hear of his loss. My thoughts and prayers are with his family on their loss.

Message from Muriel & Richard Steeb2021-06-20 22:25:57

Dear Shirley and all of Dennis' family.

Heartfelt sympathy  upon the passing of a wonderful gentleman.

We always enjoyed chatting with Dennis and sharing time with him.

Rest in Peace,Dear friend.

Message from Betty & Jake Hunter2021-06-20 21:44:38

Shirley.  Deepest condolences to you & family. RIP Dennis.

Message from Rod and Betty MacDonald2021-06-20 18:07:25

Shirley,Don and families:

Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

Message from Hope & Dale MacCrostie2021-06-20 17:29:24

Our condolences to all of Dennis family. He and Dorothy were neighbours in the Ridge and later I worked with Shirley at KDGH. Dennis was a true gentleman. 
 

Message from Robert and Barb Ross2021-06-20 15:23:49

Our deepest sympathies to you Shirley and all the family. 
Our thoughts are with you.

Message from Peter & Peggy Knowlton2021-06-20 13:31:04

Shirley:

We are so sorry to hear of Dennis' passing.

We had a lot of great years at the Heavy.

And many events after retirement.

May he rest in peace.

 

Message from Ron Harris2021-06-20 10:23:30

Thinking of you. Our sincere sympathy.Ron and Shirley Marie Harris

Message from Joan and Wayne Hartwick2021-06-19 22:40:17

Dear Shirley, so very sorry for the loss of Denis.  Treasure the memories you have shared through the years!  Deepest sympathy to all of Denis's family.  Joan and Wayne Hartwick

Message from Bill and Diane Clubb and family2021-06-19 21:42:25

Shirley, Don, Ida, Danielle, Victoria and all of Denis's family we send our Condolences.

Bill and Diane and family

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