Patricia A. Ross, age 74, of The Villages, FL, passed away peacefully on July 20, 2017 with her family and friends by her side. She was born in Queens, New York on October 28, 1942.
A long time resident of New York, she owned her own business in Greenpoint, Brooklyn before retiring to The Villages in 2006. In 2007 she started the Irish American Club – Claddagh Division and was president of the club up until her passing. She was also on the board of The Residents Parade Committee since it’s conception. She loved to volunteer her time for good causes and organizations.
She enjoyed traveling, painting, reading and spending time with her beloved cat “Margie.” Her Irish smile, laughter and love for get-togethers with her family and friends for every occasion will be remembered forever and greatly missed.
Preceded in death by husband David “Buddy” Ross; her parents Daniel J. Curran and Rita M. (Cummings); her step-daughter Vicki Nazzareno (Ross); and siblings Daniel E. Curran, Kevin J. Curran.
Pat is survived by her 3 children: Kevin, Eugene and Kelly; her 3 step-children: Patti, Debbie and David; 15 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren, 3 siblings and many friends who all loved her dearly.
A Funeral Mass will take place at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, 5323 East CR 462 Wildwood, FL 34785 on Wednesday, August 30, 2017 at 11 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial contribution may be made to: Operation Helping Hand Inc., P.O. Box 270246 Tampa, FL 33688-0246 (operationhelpinghandtampa.com).
