Gary Lynn Ross

Gary Ross age 76 of Wayne, OK passed away suddenly on November 15, 2024, in his home. Gary Lynn Ross was born on January 24, 1948, to Ira Lee Ross and Margaret (Bible) Ross in Lindsay, OK. He grew up on a farm near Payne and attended school in Wayne. He graduated with the Bulldog class of 1966. Gary then went on to attend college at Cameron State College where he studied Agriculture and Oklahoma State University where he studied Agriculture Education. While still in high school, Gary was showing sheep at the State Fair when he was set up on a blind date with Barbara Jean Smith. They hit it off and were married 5 years later on June 6, 1969. Gary and Barbara returned to Wayne where he taught Vocational Agriculture for over 30 years, until he retired. He was currently working part time at McClain Bank, assisting with agriculture appraisals. Gary was a sheep farmer for over 52 years and his passion became a family cornerstone. Any time he had away from the classroom or bank was spent tending to his sheep with his family, making sure they were all well cared for. When he could take a break, Gary could be found in his recliner enjoying a good John Wayne movie, the rodeo, or college football games. He was a big supporter of his granddaughters; he attended FFA events and band contests every chance he got. Gary was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend who will be dearly missed. He was preceded in death by his parents Ira and Margaret Ross, and his in-laws Esque and Georgia Smith. His siblings, Ira Ross Jr and wife Elfreida, Bobbie Jean Stockard and husband Jim, Jimmy Ross and wife Betty, Anna Lou Young and husband Hurley, Don Ross and wife Kathy, brother’s in-law Charles Smith and Tommy Smith, and his nephew Kent Ross. Gary is survived by his wife of 55 years, Barbara Jean Ross of the home. Daughter Becky Mainord and husband Chad of Purcell. His grandchildren Caitlyn Mainord of Purcell, Ashton (Mainord) Vance and husband Kaleb of Noble. His sister-in-law Minnie Smith of Tulsa, and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services are scheduled for 10:00 am Wednesday, November 20th, 2024, at First Baptist Church Purcell with burial to follow at Hillside Cemetery in Purcell. A visitation for family and friends will be held from 5-7pm Tuesday, November 19th, at Wilson-Little Funeral Home, Purcell.

Gary Lynn Ross

January 24, 1948 - November 15, 2024