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Services: Wednesday October 8, 2025 at 11:00 am at the Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home in Richwood Add to Google Calendar

Visitation: Tuesday from 4-7 pm at the funeral home in Richwood Add to Google Calendar

Wilma Jean Ross, 93, lifelong resident, icon and historian of Richwood, died Friday October 3, 2025 at the Gables of Marysville. She was born October 17, 1931 in Marysville to the late Robert O. and Nellie R. (Yarrington) Thompson. Wilma was a 1949 graduate and valedictorian of Richwood High School. She was runner-up All-State academic award winner in bookkeeping in 1949 in Cleveland. In earlier years, she worked at the former Union Theater in Richwood for Jerry Anderson and did bookkeeping for the former Swartz Ford dealership. Wilma’s church was very important to her. She was a member of the Richwood First Baptist Church since 1949. She served the church in many capacities over the years, President of the ABW, Sunday School secretary, church treasurer, sang in the choir, was a Junior Choir Mother for Margaret Weller and taught an adult Sunday School class. Wilma was also extremely active with the Richwood Civic Center. She was a member of RCC, former Asst. Director then Director and served as a board member. One of her greatest joys was taking the trips with the center, she was a true tour guide. Wilma loved taking pictures, which led to her volunteering at the Richwood Fair for over 25 years in the Photography Dept., she loved the fair. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary. From 1996 until 2022 she was the office manager of Tom Ross Automotive, many people enjoyed her pleasant smile and friendly words when they would stop at the shop. On March 15, 1953 in Salem she married Richard E. “Monk” Ross and he died October 31, 1978. She was also preceded in death by a daughter-in-law, Cyndi Ross, sisters, Shirley Shank and Maryalice Fry and brother-in-law, Hubert Fry. Surviving are her sons, Richard M. (Julie) Ross of Richwood and Thomas E. Ross of Richwood, grandchildren, Erin (Isaac) Heyne, Thomas E. (Katie) Ross II, Matthew (Nikki) Ross and Brennan (Maddie) Griffith great grandchildren, Braxton, Westin and Jaxon brother, Robert M. “Mike” (Karen) Thompson of Logan many nieces and nephews and extended family Funeral services will be held Wednesday October 8, 2025 at 11:00 am at the Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home in Richwood. Jeff Evans will officate. Burial will follow in the Claibourne Cemetery. Friends may call Tuesday from 4-7 pm at the funeral home in Richwood. Memorial gifts may be made to the Richwood First Baptist Church, 101 East Ottawa Street Richwood, Ohio 43344. Condolences and remembrances may be expressed at www.stofcheck-ballinger.com Directions to Claibourne Cemetery Directions to Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home Florist Login

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Condolences       to #1 from: Tom and Ruby Gwynn   Fri, Oct 3, 2025 at 3:50 PM Sorry to hear about your loss, but she is heaven‘s gain. She was a very nice lady. We were always happy to speak with her when she was on one of her walks. #2 from: MJ Knapp Insurance Agency Richwood Fri, Oct 3, 2025 at 4:00 PM That lady was beautiful and sharp as a tack. I know she was tired....grateful the Lord led her home. #3 from: Gail DeGood-Guy & Tom Guy  Richwood Fri, Oct 3, 2025 at 4:07 PM Tom and Rick and families.   We are so very sorry to hear of Wilma's passing.   I always loved talking with her!   She was so loving and caring.   She absolutely went crazy at the Richwood Fair's Antique  Show.  She contributed SO MUCH to it and loved to hear everything the judges said about her entries!  I regret she won't be at Brennan's reenlistment.  She was so proud of him!   Monk has waited a long time for her.   Our love to you all.     #4 from: Kyle &Jennifer Jones Richwood Fri, Oct 3, 2025 at 4:20 PM So sorry for your loss. She was such a sweet and kind soul! She will be missed. #5 from: Scott & Tenah McMahan Somersville, OH Fri, Oct 3, 2025 at 4:36 PM Fond memories of this lady who always had a smile on her face. I’m sure you all have fond and fun stories to cherish her memory forever.  Condolences 💐 #6 from: Rona Penix   Fri, Oct 3, 2025 at 5:26 PM My thoughts and prayers are with you.Wiima was a special lady! She will be missed. God be with you all🙏 #7 from: Traci Oates Hoffman   Fri, Oct 3, 2025 at 5:35 PM Thinking of you all during this time. She was pure joy. Keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers #8 from: Vicky Millington   Fri, Oct 3, 2025 at 5:46 PM Rick and Tom So sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful Lady. She will definitely be missed. Prayers to all #9 from: Connie Hill Nolensville, TN Fri, Oct 3, 2025 at 5:55 PM A loss to her family and the community.  She will be missed by many, married to another Richwood icon who is still missed. The Great Generation. Condolences to Rick, Tom and families. Connie & Bob Hill #10 from: Jennifer Michael Venice Florida Fri, Oct 3, 2025 at 6:05 PM I always enjoyed running into Wilma. She always took the time to visit with you like she had all the time in the world for you. So very kind. I’m so very sorry very sorry for your loss.   #11 from: Keith Davis The Villages Florida Fri, Oct 3, 2025 at 6:25 PM Tom and Rick, So sorry for your loss. #12 from: Sherry Kavanagh   Fri, Oct 3, 2025 at 6:25 PM Thinking of all of you.  Wilma was loved by everyone who knew her.  What a wonderful life she lived!  I know she will be missed by many.  🙏💔 Sherry and John   #13 from: Gary and Linda shaw Marysville Fri, Oct 3, 2025 at 6:37 PM So sorry for your loss. Sending prayers #14 from: Terry and Barb Kemp   Fri, Oct 3, 2025 at 7:57 PM To Wilma’s two amazing sons and family, we send our deepest sympathy,  your mom was a truly a Special lady that we all have loved thru the years.  Her smile and laughter was simply the Best!!!  She will be truly missed by all that knew her.  May her sweet, loving soul RIP #15 from: Steve Price Larue ohio Fri, Oct 3, 2025 at 8:34 PM Tom and Rick , condolences on your Moms passing , definitely one of a kind ,Steve and Linda Price #16 from: Karen Elaine Landon Foet Pierce,FL 34945 Fri, Oct 3, 2025 at 8:59 PM Wilma will truly be missed. May your,faith, family and friends help you make it through this time of loss. #17 from: Robin Lenox Richwood Fri, Oct 3, 2025 at 9:55 PM So sorry for your loss. What a nice lady she was! Prayers to the family. #18 from: Stacey Coder Marion Oh Fri, Oct 3, 2025 at 10:32 PM Rick,Tom and family, my deepest sympathy for your loss of Wilma. She was a grand lady. #19 from: Brody Hamilton Mt.victory Sat, Oct 4, 2025 at 3:06 AM Sorry for your loss #20 from: Dirk Shearer Radnor Sat, Oct 4, 2025 at 5:25 AM My deepest sympathies to you all #21 from: Jerry Moore   Sat, Oct 4, 2025 at 7:28 AM What a great woman. She will be missed. #22 from: Bill and Martha Moore family.   Sat, Oct 4, 2025 at 7:34 AM Condolences to the family. Monk and Wilma were great friends of ours. #23 from: Ted Travis   Sat, Oct 4, 2025 at 7:59 AM Tom and Rick, very sorry for your loss. #24 from: Johna Nibert   Sat, Oct 4, 2025 at 9:12 AM So sorry to hear of your Mothers passing. Was always so good to visit with her when going to the shop or when ever would meet her. Prayers to her family.   Johna Nibert #25 from: Julie Welsh Wisma Richwood, OH Sat, Oct 4, 2025 at 9:36 AM Tom, Rick, and families, I'm so sorry for your loss. I have happy memories of Wilma and Monk from when I was just a little girl. Wilma was always so pleasant, friendly, and kind. I was amazed by how she worked at the automotive shop well into her golden years and was still so sharp. The village has lost one of its treasures, and our thoughts are with you. #26 from: Dan Redmond Ashley , Ohio Sat, Oct 4, 2025 at 11:33 AM  To Tom,Junior and Families,  My first thought on learning your Mom had passed:     A Life Well Lived!  Fondly remembered by all who knew her.       My condolences, Dan #27 from: Bruce, Becky and Ashley Beery Richwood Sat, Oct 4, 2025 at 1:32 PM Our deepest sympathy to all. She was a wonderful lady and full of information about many things. Was always a joy to talk to her. The community has lost a great icon but has left many memories to cherish. #28 from: Sue McBride Bails Richwood Sat, Oct 4, 2025 at 3:09 PM Tom and family, so very sorry for the loss of Wilma. This town will never be the same with out Wilma! I have known her since I was a little girl and she always had a smile on her face and a kind word when you would see her. God Bless your family and RIP Wilma, dear friend. #29 from: Patricia Parrott Eby Reno, Nv Sat, Oct 4, 2025 at 3:47 PM I was a teen when Wilma first attended Church. She was in BYF and I was one of the youngest members. She always treated me as an equal . Much appreciated by a young kid.   Well done RIP #30 from: Shelley Ridge   Sat, Oct 4, 2025 at 4:02 PM Tom and Rick, so sorry for your loss, prayers for your comfort and healing.  Your Mom always said hi and talked to everyone, she will be missed. #31 from: Christie Henderson Hunter Richwood Sat, Oct 4, 2025 at 5:04 PM My condolences to Wilma's family and friends. I have known Wilma all of my life and became very good friends with her. When I moved in here 7 years ago she was my neighbor. She will be missed by all that knew her. #32 from: Douglas & Patricia Wilson 28570 Grindell Road Richwood,Ohio 43344 Sat, Oct 4, 2025 at 6:14 PM So Sorry for your loss. I loved talking to your Mom. She will be missed. #33 from: Shelley Ridge   Sat, Oct 4, 2025 at 6:32 PM Tom and Rick, so sorry for your loss, prayers for your comfort and healing.  Your Mom always said hi and talked to everyone, she will be missed. #34 from: Ron Kater Richwood Sat, Oct 4, 2025 at 9:32 PM So sorry for your loss. #35 from: Ron Kater Richwood Sat, Oct 4, 2025 at 9:34 PM So sorry for your loss. #36 from: Beth and John Gwynn Newark Sat, Oct 4, 2025 at 9:36 PM Richwood will not be the same without Wilma. I enjoyed visiting with Wilma at many auctions over the years. She was a great lady.

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