Doris Marie Ross

Doris Marie Ross, 80 formerly of Hopewell Twp., and Melbourne, FL, passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 in Rochester Manor.  She was born in Rochester, PA on May 24, 1944 a daughter of the late Joseph and Phyllis Speice.  She was a retired kindergarten teacher from Hopewell Area School District.  She also ran Little Muppet Nursery School. Doris enjoyed gardening and spending time with her plants. She loved to travel, especially on cruises with her friends. She volunteered with numerous organizations, including Angels in the Attic in Florida and working with the giraffes at the zoo.  Doris was a huge Pittsburgh Steeler fan and always kept a positive outlook on life.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband William Ross in 2002, and her siblings: Lee Speice, Don Speice, and Lois Malbouf.

She is survived by her two daughters: Susan & Michael Camp, and Melissa & Ronald Munson; three grandchildren: Gabrielle Hardy, Sydney Munson and Colby Munson, and a great grandchild.

Friends will be received on Wednesday, November 20, 2024 from 3pm until the time of funeral service at 6pm in Huntsman Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Aliquippa.

Private interment will take place in Woodlawn Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association.