In loving memory of

Daniel Ross

December 15, 1960 - July 20, 2022
From: Sac City, IA
Daniel Ross

Daniel Ross

Born: December 15, 1960
Died: July 20, 2022
Age: 61
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Daniel Ross, age 61 of Sac City, IA, passed away on July 20, 2022, at Loring Hospital in Sac City, IA.  Daniel Lloyd Ross was born on December 15, 1960, in Jefferson, IA to parents Clarence and Marie (Page) Ross.

     Dan cherished his second family, the Howard Activity Center staff, and roommates. He loved being home. He worked at the Howard Activity Center. Did dishes at the grocery store, and delivered papers. He loved traveling and going on vacation. He was known for his cowboy hat and boots, riding his bike around town, and loved going out to eat.

     Dan taught those who knew him not to take life, or yourself too seriously. Enjoy the good times and don't hold grudges or anger. His life was an example of how to live with light and love

     Those left to cherish his memory include his brothers: Donald of Ogden, IA; Dean (Ada) of Jefferson, IA; Darrell (Carol) of Lytton, IA; Dennis (Linda) of Jefferson, IA; David of Lytton, IA; sister: Sharon Hickey, of Fort Dodge, IA, sister-in-law, Linda Ross, of Jefferson, IA. He also had many nieces and nephews that cherished him.

     He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Emma Lou in infancy, brother Dale, Brother-in-law, Thomas Hickey, and childhood friend and roommate, Matt Cavanaugh.

     Memorials may be left to the Howard Center or Kindred Hospice.  

 

Tribute Video
SERVICES
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m., Saturday
July 23, 2022
Farber and Otteman Funeral Home 
Sac City, Iowa
OFFICIATING
Reverend Missy Erickson
VISITATION
10:00 a.m., Saturday 
July 23, 2022
Farber and Otteman Funeral Home
Sac City, Iowa
INTERMENT

2:00 p.m., Saturday
July 30, 2022
Prairie Rose Cemetery
Corning, Iowa

 

 

Condolences

Saturday, July 23, 2022 at 4:10 PM
“I worked with Dan for years and have many amazing memories and experiences with Dan. He was always a joker playing pranks on his housemates and was always ready to watch Wrestling or a western. My condolences to his family Dan was a tremendous individual. ”
- Paul Wessendorf
Saturday, July 23, 2022 at 11:14 AM
“Everyone is in our condolence and prayers. I use love catch him in store he would always smile,I think he thought I was crazy always talked to him but my whole childhood didn't get a chance to meet my ross side of family 😢love u all ”
- Debbie Ross -Lynch
Saturday, July 23, 2022 at 11:14 AM
“It's heartening to know that Dan was surrounded by those he loved. The Howard Center took care of him for many years. For those interested you can donate through this link: https://paypal.com/donate/?business=hci@howardcenterinc.org&source=url”
- Melissa Hickey
Friday, July 22, 2022 at 12:04 PM
“Barbara and I send our deepest condolences to Dan's family and friends. We know that Dan is now in a better place, free of all worries, illness and pain.”
- Warren and Barbara Bigelow
Friday, July 22, 2022 at 10:40 AM
“Prayers to family and friends of Dan's. Dan take care of those ponies and play your heart out on your trombone and Dance the night away. You will be Greatly Missed”
- Laura
Friday, July 22, 2022 at 10:40 AM
“Our condolences to the entire Ross family. We are so sorry for the loss of Danny. We know how special he was to each of you.”
- Roger and Sandi Huster
Thursday, July 21, 2022 at 2:23 PM
“I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May your fond memories ease your pain.”
- Nelda Bartels
Thursday, July 21, 2022 at 9:48 AM
“Dan will be missed by his roommates and friends. So Sorry for your loss but Dan showed everyone he came in contact with that you live life to the fullest.. May God Comfort the Family and Hold them in his Hands Through this journey.”
- Rebecca Peters
Thursday, July 21, 2022 at 9:48 AM
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the Ross family. ”
- Tim and Darsi Huddleson
Thursday, July 21, 2022 at 9:48 AM
“We are so very sorry for your loss!! May beautiful memories flood your heart! Hugs & Prayers! Karen & Dick”
- Karen Shull
Thursday, July 21, 2022 at 9:48 AM
“Dennys and family- I am sorry for your loss. My "Danny boy" was a joy to work with and visit. Dan will be surely missed by all?”
- Carol Butler
Wednesday, July 20, 2022 at 3:52 PM
“Our deepest sympathies to the family. ”
- Jeff & Jo Ellerbrock
Wednesday, July 20, 2022 at 10:37 AM
“Thinking of you Darrell and Carol, my sympathy.”
- Marlene Glasnapp
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