With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Ross Allan McGregor, at home, on Sunday, March 9, 2025, with his wife and daughters by his side. Ross was born in Emo, Ontario on September 23, 1935, to Donald and Bethea McGregor. He grew up in Rainy River with three siblings, a brother Donald, and twin sisters Joy and Anne. He married his forever love, Sharon Jewell on August 12, 1960, and this was their 65th year. Together they raised their three daughters and were blessed with five grandchildren.
Ross moved to Dryden in 1958 to work at the Dryden Pulp and Paper Mill. After 18 years in the lab at the mill, Ross spent his remaining working years as a mechanic, making engines purr.
Ross and Sharon spent many of their retirement years travelling across the US and Canada as well as exploring in Europe, Great Britain, Australia and New Zealand. He spent numerous winters in Arizona panning for gold and touring the desert on his side by side. Ross loved gardening, was an avid hunter and enjoyed curling and playing cards. His 1991 Ultra Classic Harley Davidson was one of his pride and joys.
Ross is survived by his wife, Sharon; three daughters, Melody McGregor (Peter), Monique Gervais (Steven) and Michelle Smith (Darren), and five grandchildren, Michael McGregor, Madeline Gervais, Jonathan Gervais, Aubrey Smith and Kytalyn Smith.
If friends so desire, donations can be made to the First United Church, 23 Van Horne Ave. Dryden, ON P8N 2A6 or to a charitable organization of your choice.
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TEENA CHABOT says
March 13, 2025 at 11:50 pmI am so sorry for your loss Melody. It is always difficult to lose a parent no matter what our age. hugs to you and your family.
Donna (Piche) Stevens says
March 14, 2025 at 5:45 pmMy condolences to Melody and family. Hope you have great memories to hold on too.
Elaine Morton says
March 14, 2025 at 9:43 pmSharon and family…..I am so very sorry to learn of the loss of your husband, Ross, father of your girls and grandfather of your precious grandchildren. May your life memories comfort you at this very difficult time and may Ross be at peace. Sending prayers and thoughts your way.
Ricky & George Marchiorello says
March 15, 2025 at 1:01 amSharon and family. So sorry to hear about your loss. We watched Ross working on a motorcycle last summer. We were hoping to see him ride it. Also we remember how you let us see your unit when we were thinking about moving here,. Thank you and Hugs
Ricky & George
Ricky & George Marchiorello says
March 15, 2025 at 6:36 pmSharon and family: We hope that your memories of Ross will bring you peace, strength and comfort. Hugs
Alan &Katkleen Brown says
March 15, 2025 at 6:42 pmSorry to hear about your dad’s passing.
Dan and Denise Baron says
March 16, 2025 at 1:51 pmOur deepest condolences Sharon and family.
Cindy Paquette says
March 18, 2025 at 3:42 amDear Melody and family, my sincere condolences in the passing of your Dad. May comfort be with you and your family in this time of grief. Cindy Robinson-Paquette
Kathryn Humphrey says
March 24, 2025 at 12:42 amDear Mrs Mc Gregor, Melody, Monique, and Michelle, With happy remembrance of my childhood in Dryden and Mr Mc Gregor’s warm smile. My condolences to you at this time.
Kathryn Humphrey
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