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Thessalonia “Thess” Ross

August 20, 1932 — January 17, 2025

Thessalonia “Thess” Ross

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Edwards Small Mortuary announces with our deepest sympathy the passing of Mr. Thessalonia Ross.  He entered into eternal rest on January 17, 2025. Our sincere condolences to the family and friends.

Thessolonia "Thess" Ross age 92 died peacefully at Fort Valley Health Care Center January 17, 2025.  Born August 20, 1932 in Crawford County to the proud parents Mart and Mable (Parker) Ross.  

Thess attended the public school systems of both Crawford and Peach County. Upon leaving High School, Thess joined the United States Army.

While in the Army, he fought for our country during the Korean Conflict. Upon leaving the Army, Thess was honorably discharged. His career also consisted of seasonal work from the North to the South retiring in Winter Garden, Florida.

Before the passing of his mother, he had relocated back to Fort Valley, Georgia. He soon began to serve as care-giver to both his mother and brother.

He was preceded in death by his parents and 11 brothers and sisters.

Thess leaves to cherish his memories, a sister, Marion Ross Miller of Iselin, New Jersey; several devoted nephews and nieces; a loyal and dedicated friend, Randy Wootson of Fort Valley, Georgia; along with a host of grandnephews and nieces, cousins, and friends.


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