Doris B. Ross, 85,

of 1489 Beech St., Hornell

 died unexpectedly Monday morning (January 30, 2012) at Rochester General Hospital.

Born in Wellsville on July 18, 1926, she was the daughter of Michael & Pansy (Cleveland) Ross.

Doris was a lifelong resident of Hornell and was a graduate of Hornell High School (Class of 1944).  She had been employed at the New York State Health Department in Hornell for 35 years as an administrative secretary.  She also worked as a sales clerk at the former Chapman’s One Stop Liquor Store in Hornell for 35 years, “retiring” in 2000.  Since 2001, Doris has served as a “greeter” at Wal-Mart in Hornell.  

She was a member of Our Lady of the Valley Parish and a communicant of St. Ann’s Church.  She was a member of the Woman’s Auxiliary of the VFW; a member of the Women of the Moose; and a member of the AM Vets.

Doris was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Joseph Ross who died January 18, 2001 and Fred Ross who died May 2, 2008.

Surviving are her sister, Nina (Thomas) Wiley of Conroe, TX; and several nieces & nephews.

At Doris’ request there will be no calling hours.  A graveside service will be held at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Belmont at the convenience of the family with Deacon Robert McCormick officiating.  

Doris’ family request that memorial contributions in her name be made to South Hornell Fire Department, Route 36 South, Hornell, NY 14843.

Funeral arrangements are in care of the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY.

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