Jane M. Ross

Jane M Ross, 90, of Oxford, NY passed away peacefully on September 3, 2024, in Waterville NY. Jane was born on March 31, 1934, to the late Chester Cook and Margaret Loughren Cook in Norwich, NY. Jane was a lifetime resident of Oxford, NY and was a graduate of Oxford Academy Central Schools. She was a big part of her hometown community and peers. Jane worked for over 30 years at Enchanted Forest Water Safari during the summers and for the Oxford School’s in the cafeteria serving school meals and driving school bus for many years. Outside of working she was a member of the Oxford Fire Department Auxiliary and was the Past Auxiliary President. When Jane wasn’t working or helping serve her community she enjoyed several hobbies, camping with her friends and family, crafting, crocheting, knitting and ceramics.

Jane is survived by her children; Kenneth Ross, James (Ellen) Ross. Her sister; Ruth (Russell) Stafford, and grandchildren; Jessica, Ashley, Justin, Adam, Gerrid, Allen and Dustin and her 12 great grandchildren.

She is predeceased by her parents, loving husband Gerald Ross and their son David Ross.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in Jane’s Memory can be made to the Oxford Fire Department 20 Main Street, Oxford, NY 13830.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Behe Funeral Home Inc. 21 Main Street, Oxford NY 13830. Friends and family are welcome at the Funeral home from 4:00PM to 7:00PM on Thursday, September 12, 2024. A service officiated by Pastor Rich Howard will immediately follow. A burial for Jane will take place at a later date in Riverview Cemetery, Oxford NY. Friends and family may share memories and condolences by visiting www.behefuneralhome.com