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Obituary For Lacy Earl Ross
Lacy Earl Ross was born August 10, 1951 in Cumberland County to the union of the late Junious Thomas Ross and Gladys Ross Bryant. He was a graduate of Seventy-First High School and immediately moved to the Big Apple, New York City. After a brief stint in the city for a country boy, he returned to North Carolina and shortly met the love of his life, Rebecca Spinks. They were married May 8, 1971 in Asheboro, NC. To this union were born three daughters; Angela Ross-Ingram (Fernando), Gloria Diana Ross-Redmond-Deceased (Larry), and LaKeisha Ross-Johnson (Christopher). Later added to this union were daughters Shana Ross and Evelyn Pauley.
Lacy was a faithful member of St. Peter Baptist Church in Raeford, NC where he attended with his father. In addition, he also attended Reilly Road Church of God of Prophecy in Fayetteville, NC with his mother. After marrying Rebecca, he joined The Church of God of Prophecy on Cross Street in Asheboro, NC. Many great memories were made with friends and family, under the leadership of Bishop J.R Ricks. He was active in the singing and lay ministry, before accepting his first call as pastor in Bryson City, NC. Throughout his journey, he served in Ellerbe, NC, Lincolnton, NC, Greensboro, NC, and then back to Lincolnton, NC as his last call where he started an independent church- Lighthouse Praise & Worship Center.
Music and singing were a favorite pastime of Pastor Lacy. During his call in Ellerbe, NC he started the quartet group, The Spiritual Messengers. They were known all around the states of North and South Carolina, and recorded an album. He would often prelude his sermons with a serenade for the saints and postlude with, “I’m Going to Leave You In The Hands of The Lord.” He served with the Coalition of Churches since its inception, and was currently serving as treasurer. Pastor Lacy concluded his journey with over 40+ years of pastoral leadership.
"Rev" as he was affectionately called also worked for Lincoln County Schools. Over the years, many looked forward to being greeted with a wave and smile while admiring his clean bus. During his time with the school system, he served as chaplain to athletic teams, assistant to the administrator, and mentor to any students who needed him. He was also active with the NAACP, and was always ready and willing to advocate for underrepresented communities. He retired from the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction with over 34 years of service.
Loved ones who preceded him in death were his father; Junious, mother; Gladys, daughter; Gloria Diana, brothers; Johnny, Donald, Thomas, and Floyd, and sister; Catherine.
Left to carry on his legacy are his wife Rebecca and daughter Evelyn of the home, daughters; Angela (Fernando)- Kernersville, NC, LaKeisha (Christopher)- Hickory, NC, and Shana- Winston-Salem, NC, grandchildren; DeAngelo, Daniel (Gregory), DyAngeliz, Cha, Lacyna, LaTayvia, Jeremiah, Rhiley, Emerie, and Ephraim, great grandchildren; Jirah, Jacoya, Nahzir, and Nova, God-children; Andrae’, Wanda, Carlos, Tony, and Robert, brothers; Pastor James (Hamlet) and Michael (Lynn), sisters; Carolyn (Frankie) and Gloria (James), Bryant-extended siblings; Mae, Jane, Brenda, Wanda, Elaine, Lisa, Regina, Gracie, George, Jeffrey, Lorenza, Emery, and Kenneth, special sister-in-laws; Marie and Patricia, and a host of family members, loved ones, friends, colleagues, and acquaintances who all love and adore Pastor Lacy Earl Ross.
Funeral Service is Monday, November 27, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. at Discovery Church, Newton, North Carolina. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow on Tuesday, November 28, 2023 at Mount Calvary Cemetery in Asheboro, North Carolina. There will be a public walk through on Sunday from 3:00 pm. until 5:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
Funeral services entrusted to Ebony & White’s Funeral Service
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Michael Toussaint sent Large Mixed Dish Garden for Lacy Earl Ross - November 25, 2023
My sincerest condolences to the family of Pastor Lacy Earl Ross. May you find peace and strength during this difficult time.
Michael Toussaint
Solace Ivy Planter was sent for Lacy Earl Ross - November 25, 2023
Rev was the nicest bus driver,mentor I had throughout high-school(Lincolnton High-school class of 94) there was not many days that he did say hey and ask how you was going. My prayers are with your family for the passing of a Great man. But we will see him again.
Thank Audra Bowles Hall
To the entire Ross family, Please know that Rev. Ross will be missed in Lincoln Co and the religious community. He came to Lincoln Co. and he participated in organizations that try to make things better for the African American community. We loved to hear him sing and he really could sing. My family (The Foster's) will continue to keep you lifted in prayer. Please let us know if we can be of any assistance to you.
Tara Foster Robinson Dean Bethea, Floyd Foster and Ola Mae Foster
My condolences family, praying for you all. Love you
The memories of your dad will remain in your heart forever - may they bring you comfort during this painful period. You and your family have my sincerest condolences. - Dr. Samantha Barnes, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
To Keisha and Family My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during your hours of bereavement. Know that I am praying for you all.
"The God of love and peace shall be with you." – Corinthians 13:11 To the family of Pastor Lacy Earl Ross-We pray that God will give you strength and grant you comfort in your time of bereavement. Apostle Pastor Janice Martin & Restoring Hope Deliverance Ministries.
We are so sorry to hear about Rev. The community in Lincoln County loves all you did for us. Nate and Deanna Ingram
To the family, Rev Ross will be missed. Hebrews 9:27 tells me that he made it home on time. He will be missed, so cry for tonight, but tomorrow continue his legacy, spreading the gospel (good news).We know where he is going, what about us, do we know where we are going. God Bless and keep you in this time of bereavement. Loretta and Herbert Forney
On behalf of House Of Prayer In Jesus'Name we send our Sincere Condolences and Prayers to The Ross family and members of Light House Praise and Worship. We love you all.
My heart is broken with the family. Please know that my prayers and love are with you as you navigate this painful loss of Uncle Lacy. My prayer is for the Lord to touch and heal those areas that only He can. We love you. Demetria Hendrix and Family.
To The Family of Pastor Ross, we send our deepest and sincere Condolences to you all and we pray for God's comfort on your loss.We ask God to keep his loving arms around each and every one of you in coming time to help ease the pain of Pastor Ross not being here physically. He was a great Man of God and a dear friend too. I remember just a few months ago we were in Service at Pastor Ross Church and after Service we were speaking with Pastor Ross and my wife said "Pastor Ross you are looking good"and Pastor Ross responding "well you know,I ain't never been ugly" We had a great laugh with him.he was very funny but he would tell about Jesus as well. We love you all Ross Family and we are praying for The Family.
To Keisha, and the entire Ross-Johnson Families, I send prayers of comfort and peace to each of you with the love of Christ. May the sun rise to meet you and the wind beneath [Daddy's] wings always be at your back. Elresss Dr. EP Smith
With great sorrow in the loss of your love one. Rev. Ross was such a funny man, he always made me laugh when asking for me to bake him a pound cake, which he knew wasn't going to happen. Rest in peace! Diane Lynch
On behalf of New Hope Habitat of the Apostolic Faith, we send our deepest sympathies. Please know we will continue to keep you and your family in our prayers.
He was like a father to me I enjoyed singing and playing drums with the spiritual messengers I remember he used to call me answer all the time I know I was blessed because I got to sing with my father and Rev Ross he will be missed from Johnny and miracle Kirkland
To the Beloved Ross Family, In your time of sorrow I offer you the words of Christ as found in John 14:27 (NLT) "I am leaving you with a gift--peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don't be troubled or afraid." May GOD's peace be with you. Yours in Christ, Revered Doctor Toni Woods
Our sincere condolence to the family 💐. Jessie and Yvonne Monroe
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