1950 – 2016

We are extremely devastated and heartbroken with the passing of our dear Ross on Monday, August 8, 2016. You are so missed every day and will remain in our hearts forever.
Ross has left behind a wonderful family, your loving and devoted wife Heather of 30 years; sister Eileen Bennett and her husband Howard of Richmond, BC and their daughter Carla (Sheldon), Paris and Jasmine of Calgary, Alberta; son Adam (Jennifer), Grandsons Rylan and Cole, of Sylvan Lake, Alberta and son Derek (Terine) of Red Deer, Alberta; Sister-In-Law Elaine Forrester of Wetaskiwin, Alberta and her daughter Shelley (Alan) of Gwynne, Alberta and their sons, Chad and Jared and son Rod (Chris) of Wetaskiwin, Alberta; Brother-In-Law, Don Mark (Randi) and their son Randon (Jennifer) of Burnaby and many other relatives. Ross was predeceased by his Mother, Thelma; Father, Doug and Brother, Gordon. Rylee, our puppy, and your devoted companion, misses you horribly!
Ross was born in Vancouver on September 16, 1950 and started assisting his dad in his teens with HVAC work on the ships. That career would be with him throughout his entire life. He left Vancouver in 1974 and moved to Kamloops as he wanted to live in a in a smaller community and never looked back. After arriving in Kamloops he worked at Weyerhaeuser, Interior Plumbing & Heating, School District #73, Hotel 540 and J. Walsh & Sons. He retired from School District #73 after 20 years. He explored being a Pilot Truck Driver for a time and enjoyed seeing other parts of the country and creating many friendships on his travels.
Ross was an avid skier, went on various canoe trips with the guys including the Bowron Lakes and the Kettle Valley Railway bike trip, enjoyed golfing and loved to travel in our 5th wheel and see the country. He had started a “trailer fund” in the hopes of purchasing another 5th wheel to carry on with what we loved and explore the country. e haHe loved to socialize with friends, neighbours and acquaintances and share his overstocked garage with anyone that needed anything. Ross loved life and lived life to the fullest until his health became an issue and it overcame him. Ross always had a smile on his face and had a very outgoing personality and never had any difficulty talking to anyone about anything. Family was of utmost importance to Ross. His presence is missed greatly.
Special thanks to Dr. J. O’Connell for his invaluable dedication; Dr. B. Proctor and the staff at the Cancer Clinic and everyone else that provided care to Ross throughout the years. Your dedication has been invaluable.
Donations will be gratefully accepted in Ross’ memory by the Canadian Cancer Society and Heart & Stroke Foundation.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, September 17th, 2016 at 2:00 pm at the Hotel 540, Rivers Room, 540 Victoria Street, in Kamloops. There will also be an “Open Mic” for those wishing to pay their respects to Ross. Memories of Ross can also be shared by emailing hforrest@telus.net and they will be read at the Celebration of Life.
Rest in peace buddy until we meet again. Love You Forever.

Condolences may be expressed at www.kamloopsfuneralhome.com

• Date : 2016-08-08
• Location : Kamloops, B.C.