Robert W. "Blackie" Ross

November 7, 1937 - April 17, 2019

Robert W. "Blackie" Ross, 79 of Conestoga passed away at home Wednesday afternoon, April 17, 2019. Born in Conestoga on November 7, 1939, he was the son of the late Arnold Wilmer and Ruby Pearl Leonard Ross. He was the best friend, husband and companion of 31 years to Cynthia Cortright Ross. Blackie worked as a masonary contractor for over 35 years. He retired as a Machine Operator for Fenner Precision in Manheim. He was a social member of Lancaster VFW #1690 and a life member of the Green Hill Sportmen's Association. He was a Pittsburgh Steeler fan, enjoyed DooWop and Oldies Music and shot darts earlier in life. Blackie enjoyed fishing even though he came home empty handed most of the time. He loved and enjoy time with his cat Mary. Bob will be missed dearly by Cindy and also is survived by his daughter, Kim M. Ross of Lititz; son, R. Jason Ross of Tennessee; step sons, Greg Storm of Conestoga and Mike Storm; granddaughters, Bailey Delp and Christina Sheaffer; grandsons, Zachary Hartz, Brian Sheaffer, Michael Jackson and Jamie Ross and his childhood best friend, Ackie Caldwell of Spring City, PA, along with several nieces and nephews. Bob was preceded in death by his brothers, Arnold, Jr., Ken, Glen, Bill, Dick and Barry Ross; sister, Dawn Ross Fritch and his step daughter, Jennifer Hartz. Remembrance get together will be held at a later date at the Green Hill Sportmen's Association and interment will be held in the Conestoga UM Cemetery. Special thanks to the Devita Health Campus Family, all the great Doctors in the LGH group and to Dr. Paul Vassil for the exceptional care Bob received over the past years. Family and friends are invited to "Blackie's" graveside service Saturday, May 18, 2019 at Noon, Conestoga UM Church Cemetery and Remembrance Drop In from 1 to 4 PM following the graveside service at the Green Hill Sportsmen's Association, 6111 River Road, Conestoga, PA 170516.