Allen W. Ross

Allen W. Ross, 51, of Gallipolis, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, September 7, 2021 at his home. Born on May 24, 1970 in Gallipolis, Ohio, Allen was the son of the late Merlyn G. Ross and Edith S. Ross, who survives, him in Gallipolis. Allen loved spending time with his friends, but most of all his family. His laughter and humor was infectious and he found joy in music by singing, playing guitar, and was always up for a good jam session! In his younger years, he was very involved in theater and performed many roles on stage. Allen never knew a stranger. He received anyone he met with a smile and kind words. He will be missed more than we can say, but his soul will live on forever in our memories. In the words of Allen Ross, “God Bless and Bicycle!!” Allen is survived by his daughter, Kathleen Constanza Ross of Chicago, Illinois; mother, Edith Ross; sister, Steffi (Kevin) Purcell of Troy, Ohio; niece, Alli Purcell of Athens, Ohio; and nephew, Rob (Cayla) Purcell of Athens, Ohio. In addition to his father, Allen was preceded in death by his sister, Lani Ross in 1976. A Memorial Service will be held for Allen at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 14, 2021 at Grace United Methodist Church with Pastor Ray Kane officiating. The Memorial Service for Allen may be viewed on Facebook Live at Willis Funeral Home, Gallipolis, Ohio Facebook Page. Immediately following the service, there will be a time of fellowship in the church fellowship hall. Please visit www.willisfuneralhome.com to send e-mail condolences. In lieu of flowers, we ask donations be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at https://www.stjude.org/donate/donate-to-st-jude.html?sc_dcm=58700007301606041&sc_cid=kwp&sc_cat=b&ds_rl=1285465&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIuY34uYTz8gIVPntvBB0TZQW7EAAYASACEgJrDfD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds