It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of DeMaris (Fielder) Ross, our beloved mother, grandmother, and friend. DeMaris passed away on July 30th, 2023, after a long battle with vascular and bone marrow disease at the age of 77.

In 1946, DeMaris was born to Helen and Frank Ross. She grew up in Timber Lake, South Dakota – a place that DeMaris has always reflected on as her favorite place on earth. Anyone close to DeMaris has heard the hilarious and sweet stories about her hometown that have made such a strong impact on her identity.

Those who knew DeMaris would attest to her endless generosity, her abundance of creativity and talent, and her compassion for those less fortunate. Her joy and silly sense of humor were contagious. DeMaris loved to sing, dance, and spend time with her daughter, son-in-law, granddaughter, and their dogs Charlie & Goose.

Surviving DeMaris is her daughter, Lesa Valenzuela; son-in-law, Jeff Persons; granddaughter Sofia Valenzuela Persons (Mountlake Terrace, WA); Siblings Vallie & John Petterson (Glenview, IL); Charlie & Paula Ross (Anchorage, AK); Brad & Linda Ross (Tucson, AZ); and her many nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents Helen and Frank Ross, and sisters Mary Jane Brown, Memoree Luther, Sally Carlson, and Frankie Ross.

A celebration of her life will take place on March 31, 2024 in the greater Phoenix area. To request information about her celebration or to share memories, please email valenzuela.ece@gmail.com

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