James Michael Ross

J. Michael Ross, age 59, of Benton Harbor passed away Monday, October 8, 2012 at his residence. A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held Thursday, October 11, 2012 at The Livery 190 Fifth St., Benton Harbor from 5:30-8:30 pm. Memorials may be made in his name to a charity of your choice. Those wishing to share a memory of Mike may do so online at www.starks-menchinger.com Mike was born on February 26, 1953 in Lafayette, Indiana to James Ross and Martha (McMurtrie). He was married to Sally Bernhardt Ross for 25 years. He was Vice President for Vickers Hydraulics for many years. In his spare time he enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, golfing and traveling. He is survived by his daughters; Michele (Jason Loy) Romesburg of Lafayette, Indiana and Maren (Rich) Johnson of Cincinnati, Ohio; 4 grandchildren; Zachary and Alexander Loy and Clara and Sophie Johnson; brother Marc (Karen) Ross and nephews; Matthew, Daniel and Stephen Ross. He is preceded in death by his parents.