of Hot Springs, AR
May 30, 1937 - February 10, 2017
Jackie Ross, age 79, of Hot Springs, Arkansas, formerly of Helena, passed away Friday, February 10, 2017 in Hot Springs. Jackie was born May 30, 1937 in Memphis, Tennessee to the late Lloyd Jack and Gladys Beatrice (Willis) Ramsey. She was a member of Twin City Church of Christ in West Helena. Jackie was known for her love of cooking and hosting parties. Her door was always open to family and friends.
Jackie is survived by three sons, Richard Ross (Shelli) of Hot Springs, Keith Tharp (Teresa) of Benton and Mike Tharp (Lisa) of West Helena; daughter-in-law, Neva Tharp; five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Roy Ross; and son, Danny Tharp.
A service for Jackie Ross will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, February 13, 2017 at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home. Visitation will be prior to the service from 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be at Sunset Memorial Park in West Helena. Brother Curtis Pettie will officiate.
Services will be directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870) 572-2571.
Joyel and I send our heartfelt condolences to the family. We miss her already, and our visits to Arkansas will never be the same without being able to visit our wonderful friend, Ms. Jackie. At the end of our last visit, provided we never got to visit again on earth, Ms. Jackie and I agreed to meet again on Heaven's bright shore. Love and prayers, Sharon and Joyel
I am so sorry for the loss of Mrs. Ross. Such a beautiful and fun lady. You are each in my thoughts and prayers.
We will greatly miss this loving cousin. I always referred to her as the "Betty Boop" Cousin. family and friends that knew her in earlier years could see why...with her spit curls and big eyes. I am gonna miss her beyond words. She was one of the staples that kept the glue in the Willis Family as well as the many friends, keeping us all close to her. She was a rock for me...I loved her very much.
Keep in touch, the rest of you, and let's not let the string end with her passing.
Our heart goes out to all of you, prayers and thoughts too.
Mike and Family, my sincere condolences on the death of your mom. I know she will be missed greatly. My prayers are with you all.
Jackie was a sweet person, always had a smile for you, and had time to talk with you. She will be missed by all who knew her. Take care of each other, and may God be with you through this difficult time.
So sorry for your loss. I will keep you all in my prayers.
Ms Jackie was a kind woman, the mother of my dad's best friend. May she rest in peace. My heart goes out to her children and their families.
Your Mother and mine were close friends for years.
She was the classic southern lady and was such fun to be around!
Having known you boys since you were young I was privelged to know your Mother.
I send my heartfelt sympathy to each of you at your loss of Jackie.
I will miss you very much, Moma Jackie! I don't know who I will call for those talks, cries, stories, laughter, or just to find a recipe! Moma, you will always be on my mind...be sure to tell mom n dad I miss them badly! Well,heaven sure got a beautiful and loving angel! Your wings may have been ready...but my heart was NOT!! Love n prayers to the family and God bless...this is not goodbye,I'll see you one day again...love you moma Jackie
Love and prayers for you all! I am so so sorry for your loss.
Praying for all of Jackie's family,
Robert & Betty Ann Scaife
So sorry to hear about losing this pretty, sweet lady.
We are so sorry to hear of your great loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Jim & Diane Mayer