He was born on March 1, 1938 in Portland, ME. He was raised and was a member of a large and loving family being one of 11 children on Munjoy Hill. Losing his maternal mother at a young age, he was raised by his father James “Ed” Ross and had benefit of a step mother Althea Ross, in his later teen years.
He graduated from Portland High School, also attending Cheverus High School. He began his apprenticeship as an upholsterer after High School. He married Elaine (Hamilton) Ross in 1960, moving a short time later to Long Beach, CA. so both could pursue professional endeavors.
He opened and owned his own furniture and antique business shortly after arriving in Long Beach in 1960, where his son James “Ted” Ross was born shortly after, during that same year.
He was an avid supporter and booster club member to include President of both St. Matthew Grammar School and St. Anthony High School Athletic programs being recognized by both schools. Everyone who met him was instantly a friend.
In 1987, He and his wife Elaine retired and returned back to Portland ME and to their roots. His son Ted had arrived in 1985, starting his career with Portland Police Department. In 1987, he continued to work with furniture and antiques until his final retirement, having over a 40+ year career.
Being the Patriarch of the family, he so loved, known as “popop”. He and Elaine attended all athletic events of their three grandchildren; always beaming with pride. Though he cheered for all the people he knew, there was never a doubt who his grandchildren were. He and Elaine went to Cathedral almost every day for service and was a devoted Catholic. Upon the passing of his wife Elaine, he found great peace and support attending the 12:15 mass at Cathedral. He spoke fondly of the parish members, Priests, and friendships he had made.
Larry was predeceased by his wife Elaine (Hamilton) Ross, father James E Ross, mother Alice Whitney, step mother Althea, brother’s Bob Ross and John Ross, sister’s Barbara (Ross) Cohee, Louise (Ross) Richardson and Natalie (Ross) Scott.
He is survived by his loving family, son James “Ted” Ross and his wife Denise (DiPietro) Ross of Cape Elizabeth. He also leaves his three adored grandchildren Christina E. Ross of Windham, James “Jamie” Ross of Fairfield, CT. and Matthew J. Ross of Westbrook. As well as sisters Carol (Ross) Mikkelson, Elizabeth “Betty” (Ross) Tibbetts and Connie (Ross) Dayton and brothers Ted Ross and Peter Ross, as well as many nieces and nephews.
He will be forever loved and missed but never forgotten being remembered for all the support and love he gave throughout his life to family and friends.
Upon his wishes, there will be no formal services held. There will be a regular mass held in which he will be remembered at Cathedral Church in Portland on March 20, at 12:15pm.
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