Lois Ross

Lois Laverne Ross passed away peacefully on May 10, 2020. Born August 1, 1932, in Shields Township, Wisconsin to Walter and Luella (Kaeppler) Bleichwehl, Lois lived a life full of learning, spiritual exploration and inspired service to others. Lois grew up in rural New York and Wisconsin, then earned her Home Economics degree at Mankato (Minnesota) State University. Her career started as a classroom teacher in Hibbing, Minnesota, then extended to education and service occupations beyond the classroom. In 1958 Lois married Lyle Mason Ross. For 52 years they shared the joy of partnering together in parenting, business, gardening and travel. Lois was the consummate civil servant. She was an educator, church leader, 4-H club founder, Scouts volunteer, organizer of several clubs, and a member of the District 206 School Board for 12 years. She was a persistent seeker of the Truth, a solver of problems, and relished exploring possibilities with like-minded friends. Lois greeted everyone with a smile that communicated unconditional love. Lois's passing was not Covid-19 related; her body simply could no longer contain her spirit. She is survived by her sister, Edythe (Orville) Peterson, as well as her four children: Rebecca (Richard Wolff) in Redondo Beach, CA; Drew (Kirsten Fischer) in St. Paul, MN: Craig (Amanda) in Denver, CO; and Scott Louis (Velvet) in Gilbert, AZ, along with 8 grandchildren. Lois will be interred at Hudson Cemetery in Douglas County, MN. A memorial service is pending.