1/27/2014
Lori Kay Ross age 54 of Knoxville, Iowa, passed away Monday, January 27, 2014, at her residence in Knoxville, Iowa.
Lori was born in Cookeville, Tennessee, on October 1, 1959, the daughter of Max and Joan Hall. Lori was raised most of her life in Knoxville and graduated from the Knoxville High School, Class of 1978.
Lori had various jobs. She has bought and sold items for several years and has been in EBay internet sales since 1997.
On September 2, 1979 at the First Christian Church in Knoxville, Iowa, Lori and Paul Joseph Ross were united in marriage. Lori and Paul were blessed with two children: Derek and Renee.
Lori enjoyed watching T.V., she liked going to auctions and flea markets and she was a collector of paper weights, Noah Arks, flamingos, giraffes and butterflies. Lori was the family organizer and entertainer for the family.
Lori is survived by her husband, Paul Ross of Knoxville; her children, Derek Ross of Fayetteville, Arkansas and Renee (Andy) Roso of Iowa City, Iowa; her sister, Margie Dutler of Knoxville and her brother Richard (Tracey) Hall of Knoxville.
Lori is also survived by her parents, Max and Joan Hall of Knoxville.
Lori’s wishes were to be cremated and a memorial visitation will be held on Thursday, January 30, 2014 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Winfield Funeral Home of Knoxville. Lori’s family will be present from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
A celebration of life service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, January 31st, also at the Winfield Funeral Home, with Ken Thrailkill officiating.
A memorial has been established to Lori’s family. Condolences may be sent to www.winfieldfh.com.
The Winfield Funeral Home is assisting Lori’s family with services.