Andrew Ross, age 82, died at Hospice Simcoe on April 17, 2019.
Andy was born on November 3, 1936 in Broughshane, Northern Ireland. He lived in Ballymena and Belfast, Northern Ireland as well as Toronto and Barrie, Ontario. He worked as a mechanic, salesman and musician. He was happiest singing and playing guitar and did so for many years in his band, Andy Ross and the Bluenotes. During his retirement, he took up teaching guitar and playing golf.
Andy was a loving husband to Sandy, a dedicated father to Michele (Ken) and doting grandfather to Claire. He was greatly loved by his family and friends and will be missed by everyone.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date, upon Andy's request. In memory of Andy, Sandy and Michele ask that donations be made to Hospice Simcoe.
Sandy and Michele would like to extend their deep gratitude to the loving nurses and staff at Hospice Simcoe. Their care and dedication were sincere and unwavering during our time of need.
"Love you more."
Samantha Liscio
Posted on: Thursday, April 18, 2019Rest in peace Uncle Andy.
Sincere condolences to Auntie Sandra, Michele, Ken and Claire.
Please know that we are thinking of you at this difficult time.
Love from Sam and Michael
Xxx
Jim Hamilton
Posted on: Thursday, April 18, 2019On behalf of Linda and myself may we offer our heartfelt sympathy to Sandra, Michelle, Ken and Claire, we have lost not only our brother in law Andy but also a dear, dear friend, his passing will leave a deep void in our hearts. Although we are an ocean apart our thought and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Kyle Ross
Posted on: Thursday, April 18, 2019Rest In Peace uncle Andy. So many fond memories at your home on Toronto Street when I was growing up. xo
Judi Dilks
Posted on: Thursday, April 18, 2019Every time I hear CCR I think of Mr. Ross. Such fond memories of his playfulness and lovely smile. Always very generous with his beer, pool and time. Thanks for the great memories. My love to Mrs. Ross and Michele, Ken and Claire.
Kevin and Laura Roye
Posted on: Thursday, April 18, 2019Dear Michele, Ken and Claire,
So sorry to hear this sad news. Thinking of you all. Please pass along our condolences to your mom, Michele.
Warmly,
Kevin and Laura Roye
Barry & Marilyn Brookes
Posted on: Thursday, April 18, 2019Our condolences to Sandy, Michelle, Ken & Claire.
So sorry for your loss, but thanks to you all for the fond memories & to Andy
for the many years of happiness that he brought to so many with his music and
friendship. Know in your hearts that the Good Lord be will caring for him the way
he deserves for his time served here in this world. He is sadly missed already by so
many friends and acquaintances. Thanks for the good times buddy.
Ernie & Liette Pfrimmer & Family
Posted on: Thursday, April 18, 2019So sorry to hear of Andy’s passing we made and shared some great memories over the years .Our condolences to Sandra and Michelle and Ken and Clair our hearts go out to you….
Ernie &Liette
Scott and Louise Hamilton
Posted on: Friday, April 19, 2019Rest in peace Uncle Andy.
Sincere condolences to Aunt Sandra, Michele, Ken and Claire.
Please know that we are thinking of you at this difficult time.
Lots of love
Scott and Louise
James (Jim)King.and Yolande King
Posted on: Friday, April 19, 2019Our condolences to Sandy,Michelle,Ken and Claire.May you rest in peace dear friend.Jim and Yolande King.
James (Jim)King.and Yolande King
Posted on: Friday, April 19, 2019Our condolences to Sandy,Michelle,Ken and Claire Andy was a good friend and fellow picker and we will miss him.Jim and Yolande.
Caroline and Mike Bowman
Posted on: Friday, April 19, 2019We send our sincere sympathy to Sandy and her family. We enjoyed so many Saturdays at The Chalet on 93 dancing to the tunes of Andy Ross and the Blue Notes.
Andy will always be remembered by us when ever we here Ava’Maria. He did such an amazing job of this song.
Thinking of you,
Mike and Caroline Bowman
Tammy Drury
Posted on: Saturday, April 20, 2019I am so sorry to hear of Andy’s Passing. Emma and I send out heartfelt condolences Sandy and Michelle, you are in our thoughts and prayers. Rest In Peace Andy.
Kim Besse
Posted on: Saturday, April 20, 2019Please know that your family is in my thoughts at this difficult time. We may not be blood relatives but you have always been my “Uncle” and “Aunt”. I will forever remember the good times we spent together. ❤Hugs and Love from Kim, Dave, Kayla and Kolby xoxo
Lynn and Nick Ellsmere
Posted on: Sunday, April 21, 2019We wish to express our deepest sympathy for Sandra, Michele, Ken and Claire. We have had over 50 years of friendship with Sandi and Andy
and there are so many memories to cherish. At this sad time know that we are here for you. With much love, Lynn and Nick
Margaret spence
Posted on: Wednesday, April 24, 2019My very deepest sympathy to my sister Sandra, Michele, Ken and Claire on the death of my brother in law Andy who i have fond memories of. May God be a real comfort to each of you. Just remember Andy is only a thought away. God bless
Cathy Beattie
Posted on: Wednesday, April 24, 2019So sorry to hear the sad news of Uncle Andys passing. Our very deepest sympathy to Auntie Sandra, Michele, Ken and Claire. Our thoughts are with you all at this very sad time. Rest in peace Uncle Andy. All our love Cathy, Davy, Curtis and Lewis
Karen Young
Posted on: Thursday, April 25, 2019My Dearest Michele. I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Andy. I think of you often. Please pass our deepest sympathy to Sandi, Ken and Claire.
We love you always, Karen, Gene and Jessica. xoxo
Gayle Shepherd
Posted on: Thursday, April 25, 2019I am so sorry for your loss, Sandy. My thoughts are with you and your family.
With heartfelt sympathy, Gayle Shepherd
Paul and Jan Landry
Posted on: Sunday, April 28, 2019Our sincere condolences Sandra and Michele, we just returned home from our winter home, to hear this terrible news about our dear friend Andy.
The memories we have of so many years together, our kids are devastated by the loss of their uncle Andy.
Please know you are in our thoughts and Prayers. Hope to be in touch for a memorial. Love Paul and Jan, Cathy and Allan, Kevin and Rita and families. Say hi to Mom when in heaven she always called you son.❤️
Michele Allen
Posted on: Friday, May 3, 2019Please join us at one of Andy’s favourite places, Shanty Bay Golf Club, on Sunday, May 26th from 11am-2pm to celebrate a life well lived. Andy wouldn’t want anything formal or stuffy, so please join us when you can to remember him, maybe raise a pint or sing a song.
Donations in Andy’s memory can be made to Hospice Simcoe.
We hope you can join us!
Cathy Barry (nee Whall)
Posted on: Monday, May 20, 2019Dear Aunt Sandra, Michele, Ken and Claire,
Our deepest condolences on Uncle Andy’s passing. So many memories, all of them fun and funny! (The Big Red Rupp…or…a head full of spaghetti at the cottage…or…trekking through snow up to our knees in dress shoes!) And of course, his music threads throughout each of those memories. Who could ever forget “Ghost Riders in the Sky”, or “Knock 3 Times on the Ceiling” from those Saturday evenings at the Chalet? Uncle Andy’s passions for music and good times were so infectious. There’ll be lots of singing in heaven for sure now!
Love and prayers to all,
Cathy and Robert
Sandra Bailey
Posted on: Tuesday, November 1, 2022I am so sorry to read of Andy’s passing. We really got separated over the yrs. I am sure you know of mom’s passing. I truly believe her and Dad are back together. My brother Rodger is also gone. I am a grandma of 8 ! Beth is mom of 4 as is Cathy who now lives in Regina Saskatchewan. Beth live near us in Prince Rupert. Ron our son is in Kamloops BC. Not married. I would love to hear from you Sandra & Michele. Your in my thoughts and prayers.