Paul J. Ross

COLONIE – Paul Joseph Ross, 86, of Colonie, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 19, 2024 at the Inn of Community Hospice, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born in Albany and was the son of the late Sigmund and Anna Ross. Paul is survived by his wife, Rose Marie Mantia Ross; his children, Jeannine M. Coons (Brad Field) and Stephen Ross (Christine Sultan). He is the beloved Poppie of Meagan Coons, Ryan Coons and Benjamin Ross. Paul is the brother of Shirley DeLorimiere, Barbara Buscini and the late Thomas Ross, William Ross and Eileen Pillsworth. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Paul served in the US Army from 1960 through 1962. He was a Computer Operator for Borden’s’ Dairy and then Blue Cross/Blue Shield for several years, before retiring. He later enjoyed working at the Town of Colonie Golf Course. Paul was a member of the former Colonie Elks 2192, K of C Council 3394 in Latham and Joseph Zaloga American Legion Post 1520.

Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Paul’s family on Thursday from 4 to 7 pm at Cannon Funeral Home, 2020 Central Ave., Colonie. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday morning at 10:00 am at Christ Our Light Catholic Church, 1 Maria Drive, Loudonville. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Angels Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Community Hospice of Albany (communityhospice.org) or Jos. Zaloga American Legion, 4 Everett Rd. Albany, NY 12205. To leave a message of condolence for the family, visit www. CannonFuneral.com