Ernie Ross, Jr.

He preceded in death by his parents Ernie Ross Sr. and Mary Martin Ross; brothers, Donald Ross, David Ross, and a son, Eddie Ross. Those left to cherish his memory is his loving wife of 52 years, Brenda (Wrenn) Ross; daughters, Victoria and fiancé Bart Houck, Heather Buzminsky and husband, Chad; grandchildren, Marcus Ross and wife, Jessica, Kayla Muscari and husband, Dr. Evan Muscari, Ali Whitten and husband, Zach, Rebekah, Adriana, Ethan, Talan, Alayiah, Layton and Atlas; brother, Allen Ross and wife, Betty.

Ernie was a graduate of Mullens High School in 1966 and a member of the marching band. He was an Army Veteran and received the National Defense Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Expert Badge (M-14) Sharpshooter Badge M-16 and Good Conduct Medal. He worked in the coal mines for 20 years and spent 27 years working for the Mine Safety and Health Administration. Ernie loved playing guitar, making everyone smile and enjoyed the outdoors. Nothing made him happier than spending time with his family and worshipping the Lord. He was truly a man of God and a great example of what a husband, father, and papaw should be. He will always be remembered for his witty personality and humbleness. Though the battle was rough, the love of his life, Brenda, stood by his side from beginning to end and she “Finished what they started”.

The family will receive friends from 12:30 pm until 2:00 pm, Monday afternoon, September 21, 2020 at Blue Ridge Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 pm in the Chapel of Blue Ridge Funeral Home with Pastor Mickey Mitchell and Reverend Vickie Buzminsky officiating. Burial with Military Honors will follow in the Peace garden of Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens.

Pallbearers honoring Mr. Ross will be Chad Buzminsky, Bart Houck, Marcus Ross, Ethan Buzminsky, Dr. Evan Muscari and Zach Whitten.

In accordance with the current CDC guidelines, the family and the staff of Blue Ridge Funeral Home ask that those who attend the services wear proper facial coverings and practice social distancing at all times.

A special thank you to Bowers Hospice House for the wonderful nursing staff that have helped us over the last few months.

For those who wish, online condolences may be made to the family at www.blueridgefuneralhome.com. Blue Ridge Funeral Home & Crematorium has the honor of serving the family.