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Ross, Ken

April 3, 1958 –
 September 12, 2015

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Harry Kenneth “Ken” Ross Jr. was born on April 3, 1958 in Henderson, Texas. He married Jacqueline “Jackie” Ann Ross on May 8, 1991 in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire. They have three children: Michael Ross, age 30 of Dallas, Helena Ross, age 21 of Plano, and Paige Ross, age 19 of Plano. Ken served honorably in the United States Air Force for 20 years. During that time, he achieved the rank of Master Sergeant. In August of 1990, Ken met Jackie at the NCO Club on the Upper Heyford AFB. After marrying, they immigrated to the United States in 1991.  Ken worked as an engineer in the telecom industry for 20 years at Nortel/Avaya. Ken was an avid hunter and accomplished marksman. He received numerous awards at state competitions. Ken had a definite need for speed. It didn’t matter if it was dirt bikes, street bikes, or sports cars. He built his 1965 Shelby Cobra replica by hand. Ken enjoyed fishing and anything outdoors. He was a loving family man who enjoyed spending time with Jackie and their three children. A memorial service for Ken will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 24th 2015 at our North Dallas Funeral Home Chapel 2710 Valley View Lane, Farmers Branch, TX     Arrangements are under the direction of ARIA Cremation Service & Funeral Home 19310 Preston Road, Dallas, TX 75252 214-306-6700

    Jesse Little
    18 Sep 2015
    12:01pm

    I was very saddened to hear of your passing, you were an inspiration and helped me on my path to success. You were a great boss and human being!

    William and Pam Borque
    18 Sep 2015
    12:10pm

    Our sympathy and condolence for your loss. Pam and I are deeply saddened by Ken’s passing. He will certainly be remembered and cherished as our friend at Avaya. We have donated to your organization preference ‘No Stomach for Cancer’ in Ken’s name. God Bless, Bill and Pam Borque

    Nancy Landry
    22 Sep 2015
    8:31am

    I was deeply saddened to hear of Ken’s passing. I worked with Ken at Nortel/Avaya for many years and considered him to be a friend as well as co-worker. He was always a person I could go to if I needed help and always appreciated his guidance and recommendations. Ken will be missed but not forgotten.

    Jonathan Florin
    22 Sep 2015
    12:02pm

    Dear Ross family and friends,

    Everyone at No Stomach For Cancer would like to extend their deepest condolences on the recent passing of Ken. Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one. May God bless you during this difficult time.

    Carolyn Burdette
    20 May 2018
    11:02pm

    My half brother that I I had idolized since I was five years old. He was around eighteen and came home to see us. I remember him being taller than the Christmas tree. I found him when I was around thirty-five, he was working for Nortel. Come to find out we lived in connecting cities. Today in 2018 I learned of his passing as I sit here working on Ancestry. He did tell me when I met up with him that he was a private man. He chose not to carry on a family relationship and I accepted his wish. I am so sad to learn that he has passed away at such an early age, but glad I got the chance to see him close to 14 years ago, it was a great time to remember even though it was for a day. Thank you brother for that time. I am proud of you, PS … guess what, I have a love for Mustangs too. I drive a 2010 red Mustang Convertible. Peace and Live to you, Carolyn

    Carolyn Burdette
    20 May 2018
    11:06pm

    My half brother that I I had idolized since I was five years old. He was around eighteen and came home to see us. I remember him being taller than the Christmas tree. I found him when I was around thirty-five, he was working for Nortel. Come to find out we lived in connecting cities. Today in 2018 I learned of his passing as I sit here working on Ancestry. He did tell me when I met up with him that he was a private man. He chose not to carry on a family relationship and I accepted his wish. I am so sad to learn that he has passed away at such an early age, but glad I got the chance to see him close to 14 years ago, it was a great time to remember even though it was for a day. Thank you brother for that time. I am proud of you, PS … guess what, I have a love for Mustangs too. I drive a 2010 red Mustang Convertible. Peace and Love to you, Carolyn

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"My Daddy’s service and our family experience at Aria Northwest Highway was truly blessed. Funeral Director Dustin Martin is the kind of person that you would like to see on a more regular basis – but in his industry – you hope to not see him that often. That being said – THANK YOU DUSTIN for your unending kindness, compassion and friendship through the process. Meeting you and discussing Dallas History, Find A Grave and my Dad’s lifelong contributions to the great City of Dallas was simply wonderful! In memory of my dad James A. Dodd, Sr. – I want to personally thank you and let you know that you made everything better in that moment. Your calling to “Be There” is spot on. Aria has a one in a million guy in you! Bling Blinky of TEXAS Shout Out: God Bless You!!"
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