Barbara Jean Ross, age 75, a resident of Royal Oak since 1956, died January 16, 2012. She was born October 20, 1936 in Columbus, MS. She is survived by her husband, Virgil Lee Ross; the couple married October 23, 1954; daughter, Carol Ann Ross Pippin; grandchildren, Matthew Pippin, Joshuah Pippin and Leah Randall; and seven great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Linda Lee Ross Randall. Barbara will be dearly missed by a host of family and friends. Visitation Wednesday 1-9 p.m. and service Thursday 1 p.m. at the Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 705 W 11 Mile Road 4 blocks E of Woodward, Royal Oak, with Mr. David King officiating. Burial at Oakview Cemetery in Royal Oak. Memorials to the donor's choice of charity appreciated. Share your memories at www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com.