Ross Davis Stott's Obituary
Ross Davis Stott passed away peacefully in the presence of three sisters on Tuesday, January 2, 2024, at his home.
He had a long, trying battle with cancer and related illnesses and was eager to move on and be with his beloved parents and other deceased family members. We are gladened as we think of his present joy and freedom from cares and pain.
Ross was the fourth of seven children born to Melvin and Lela Stott. His parents were so joyful at the arrival of this precious little son!
He grew up next door to his maternal grandparents, Dell and Rachel Davis. They and his aunts, uncles, and cousins were important parts of his growing up, and he had many happy memories. He also loved the visits each summer to his paternal grandparents, Franklin and Ida Stott.
Ross's early education was at the Edgemont Elementary and Rock Canyon Elementary Schools. A highlight of those years was when his mother served as his classroom mother in Fourth Grade.
He went on to Dixon Jr. High and then to Provo High School, graduating from high school and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Seminary program in 1974. He also attended classes at Brigham Young University.
A great milestone for Ross had been his baptism into the Church by his father on his eighth birthday and confirmation by him the following day in the Edgemont Third Ward.
The summer after graduating, Ross went to the State of New York to work as a carpenter for the Hill Cumorah Pageant, which was put on by the Church each year.
He received a mission call in February 1975 for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from President Spencer W. Kimball. He was called to the South Africa Johannesburg Mission, where he served until his honorable release.
Ross's next milestone was his enlistment in the United States Army. He received his basic training at Fort Dix, New Jersey. He graduated from Chaplain Activity Specialist School, a six-week course) at Fort Wadsworth, New York.
From there, Ross served at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas for a year, then at Fort Gulick, Panama, for a year in the lnfantry Brigade.
He returned to Fort Leavenworth, and serving there until he received an honorable discharge.
During his military service, Ross received the following medals: Expert M16 Rifle, Expert Grenade, Army Commendation, Army Appreciation, Good Conduct, and Over Seas Ribbon, Panama.
After his army service, Ross worked at Signetics making microchips until it closed. He was next employed as a VanWagenen security guard and worked in retail firearms there.
Ross loved the Lord. He loved the scriptures and writings of the prophets. He loved the beautiful songs of the Tabernacle Choir--among them, Handel's Messiah.
Ross served for years as Ward Clerk in the Edgemont Twenty-first Ward and as a Home Teacher. He strove to be thoughtful and generous always. A favorite quote of his was from Ralph Waldo Emerson:
“It’s never too soon to show a kindness because you never know how soon it will be too late."
Some other favorite authors and poets Ross liked to quote from were O. Henry, Rudyard Kipling, E. A. Guest, and Alfred, Lord Tennyson.
Ross will be laid to rest next to his parents at the Provo Cemetery. Due to harsh weather conditions, a Graveside Service will be held at a later date, to be determined.
He leaves behind his brother, five sisters, many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends, who will all miss him very much!
A special heartfelt thanks to the staff of A Plus Healthcare at Home who provided such compassionate care to Ross during his final weeks: Michelle Salo, RN; Social Worker Diane Stidham; Chaplain Gaylen Buckley; Carol Harris, and the aides.
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