ROSS, Frank W.

Mohave Daily News, Mohave Valley, AZ - Published in Mohave Daily News Online from January 8 to January 15, 2012 - Frank W. Ross of Hemet, Calif., and prior 15-year resident of Bullhead City, Ariz., passed away on November 12, 2011. He was born March 24, 1932. A native of northern Kentucky, Frank was a 20+ year veteran of the U.S. Air Force, serving his country as a meteorologist. After his military service, Frank became a gifted entrepreneur, owning multiple businesses, and enjoying his lifetime hobbies; golfing, bowling, and coin/stamp collecting. Upon retiring, he moved to Las Vegas, Nev., using his intellect to hone his poker skills. Frank became a resident of Bullhead City, Ariz. in 1987, wanting to be close to his grandsons also residing in the area. We will miss you Dad, Papa, and life-long Sweetheart. Your wit, wisdom, and gentle spirit will be forever remembered. A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, Frank is survived by his wife of 55 years, Shirley Ross, and his three children, two daughters, Teri McLean and Tina Tomassetti of Hemet, Calif., and son, Michael Ross of Bullhead City. Frank leaves behind a legacy of seven grandsons; Richard, Anthony, Dustin, Dominic, Christian, Jon, and Tony; as well as six great-grandchildren.