Fitchburg  – Richard A. Ross, 80, passed away peacefully on Thursday April 30, 2020 at the Highlands of Fitchburg.

Richard is survived by his wife Diane (Belanger) Ross; three sons: Mark, Alan, and Scott Ross; three daughters: Laura DiTomasso, Tonia Zwicker, and Sue Richard; two brothers: Ronald Ross of New York and Gary Ross of Utah; five grandsons and six granddaughters; he also leaves several nieces and nephews.  Richard was predeceased by his former wife of 29 years Jeanne Cote.

Richard was born in the village of Chatham, New York on September 12, 1939, son of the late Robert A. and Pauline (Welch) Ross.  Richard served honorably as a sergeant first class in the United States Army during the Vietnam War and worked as a bus driver for many years prior to his retirement.  Richard enjoyed his Boston Sports Teams, oldies music, and playing cards; he especially enjoyed his Saturday night cribbage games with his family and friends.  Richard was the Bingo Caller for St. Joseph's Parish for many years; he left us with treasured memories and laughter.  We will miss him.

A private graveside service will be held in the St. Joseph's Cemetery in Fitchburg, MA.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Shaw-Majercik Funeral Home, 48 School Street Webster, MA.

A guest book is available at www.shaw-majercik.com where you may offer condolences or light a candle in remembrance of Richard.