Obituaries

ROSS, Oril Alfred Joseph

August 11, 1932 – April 14, 2021

It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend, Oril Alfred Joseph Ross, at age 88, on April 14, 2021 in Kelowna, BC.

He was born August 11th, 1932 in Woodridge, Manitoba on a little farm where he lived with his parents & siblings. The Ross Boys were a tough bunch in that neck of the woods! When he married, he moved to Hudson’s Hope to work on the WAC Bennett Dam. He later moved to Mission to work on the Mission Bridge, the Pitt Meadows Bridge, Gold River Bridge – he lived in Quebec and NFLD to work on a couple more dams. He worked his way from laborer to superintendent – a great accomplishment for someone with a grade 3 education – back in the day – you had to work the farm to support the family. He retired from construction in 1979 & relocated to Kelowna to carry on working the orchards, and retired from that in about 1984. He built numerous family homes for us along the way!

Dad was a social butterfly – making friends with strangers in lineups, always bringing a smile to people around him, always looking to prank someone and have fun. He loved to entertain and take care of people – “Hotel Ross” is famous for those visiting the Okanagan, he & Mom spared nothing to take care of you! He had the biggest heart of anyone we know.

He was predeceased by his 2 daughters, Dawn (d. 2000) and Cheryl (d. 2011); and his siblings Tanya, Robert and Endy. His is survived by his wife of 64 years, Lulubelle; daughter Cindy & her husband Rick of Sidney; daughter Nancy and her son Ignatious both of Kelowna; son Brian & his wife Wendy and their daughter Emily all of Abbotsford; grandson Brandon, Dawn's son; and siblings Octave & Aaron, Henrietta & Doreen.

A Graveside Service with Father Pat Monette presiding will be held to honour Oril at Kelowna Memorial Park Cemetery. Due to the current pandemic restrictions, it will be by invitation only. However, the family would like to invite all who want to pay their respects to join by Livestream on [TUESDAY, APRIL 20, 2021 at 11:30 AM (PST). A recording will be made available to view shortly thereafter. To view the Livestream/recording or send the family condolences please visit www.springfieldfuneralhome.com

In lieu of flowers, Dad wanted donations to go to the Diabetes Society, www.diabetes.ca. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com

Link: www.springfieldfuneralhome.com/obituaries/ross-oril-alfred-joseph/

Condolence Messages

Apr 21, 2021
Lu and family, so sorry to hear about Oril. I enjoyed all the fun conversations I had with him over the years. He was one of a kind. My condolences to all.

Doug Leibbrand
Apr 21, 2021
Lou and family, I am so sad to hear that Oril (Mr. Ross) has passed on. Like everyone has been saying, he was quite the character. He always had that mischievous smile whenever I would see him at my place of employment...and beyond those doors also. He did meet many new people while waiting in line and was always the most pleasant man to all. He was a jokester !!! He was a friend. I was honoured that you, Lou and Oril attended my retirement party. My hearts and thoughts are with all of you. I hope that your wonderful memories bring you some comfort during this difficult time.

Debbie MacKinnon
Apr 20, 2021
I m so sorry to hear about Orils passing...We always had good laugh & he had kind heart...R.I.P....Lucy Harper
Apr 20, 2021
So sorry to hear about Oril’s passing. He was fine man who lived life to the fullest. Always had a story to tell and a smile on his face. Was quit the singer to. Will be missed. Doug Erhardt
Apr 19, 2021
To Lou and Family.

We are so sorry to hear of Oril’s sudden passing. Our deepest condolences to all your family.

Li & Dan
Apr 19, 2021
To Lou & Family

So sorry to hear of Oril’s passing. Our deepest condolences to all.

Bill & Liz
Apr 19, 2021
So sorry to hear of Oril’s passing. Always loved his sly grin that left you wondering what he did.

Elaine
Apr 19, 2021
We are so sorry to hear of his passing.

He will be greatly missed.

Our deepest condolences.

Wally and Flo Rowney
Apr 18, 2021
My sincerest condolences to the family. I knew Oral from the W.C.C.

Charlaine Russell
Apr 18, 2021
So sorry to hear about your loss, love, thoughts and prayers going out to you and your family.

Love Lois Zachary
Apr 18, 2021
Dear Lu and family,

I’m so sorry to hear of Oril’s passing. I remember his smiling happy personality and always willing to help. He will be missed.

Laurie from YMCA
Apr 18, 2021
Sorry to hear of Oril’s passing. Oril was a good man and a great curler. Had a lot fun with Oril at the WCC. I will miss his stories as I am sure we all will.
Apr 17, 2021
Lou and family,

John and I are so saddened to see that Oril has passed away. He was quite the character and always had a smile and a joke. He always left me smiling or laughing whenever we ran into each other. He was a wonderful person.

John and I send our condolences to all your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you

John and Kathy Rigg
Apr 17, 2021
To Lu and family, my heart is sad for the passing of Oril , we are so sorry for your loss ! He was a wonderful man and may the memories help you at this time. Patti and LLoyd Congdon ( from Ellison days. )
Apr 17, 2021
Dear Lu, We are so sorry to hear of Oril's passing. He always had the biggest smile and best stories whenever we ran into him at the Winfield Curling Club. He was a wonderful man! Our sincere condolences to you and your family.

Love Edda and Dave
Apr 17, 2021
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved Oril. God must have seen Oril was suffering and laid his gentle hand on him to ease his suffering. Oril was one of the finest men that we knew. We will miss him. Love Chuck and Irene
Apr 16, 2021
To the family of Oril,

I was very sad to read this news. Please accept my most sincere condolences.

I knew Oril through my travel profession and also us both being parishioner's at St. Theresa's/Corpus Christi Church.

He was always very friendly and humorous. I will remember him fondly.

Sincerely, Carol (Hoffman) Romanchuk - Capri Travel
Apr 16, 2021
We are so sorry for your loss and ours. Oil was a real pleasure to be with at the Curling rink, both on and off the ice.

Larry & Gaylayne Hawkings
Apr 16, 2021
Lulubelle, so sorry to hear of Oril's passing. Our deepest condolences.

Angelo and Carol Bruno
Apr 16, 2021
Dearest Lou and family i am so saddened to hear of Orils passing he was quite the character when ever we would meet he,d have some funny comment to make and then punch me in the shoulder and laugh i love his laugh super nice man he will be missed Mark Krause