Keith Charles Ross, COL USAF (Ret.) 
July 12, 1942 – September 12, 2024
Keith C. Ross was born to parents Donald T and Evelyn M. Ross on July 12, 1942, in Salem Massachusetts. He passed away peacefully on Thursday September 12, 2024, at his home in Omaha Nebraska.
After high school he received a master’s degree in Meteorology. He then enlisted in The United States Air Force on June 14, 1965. He entered active duty in Amherst, Massachusetts. Keith was a COL and worked as a weather staff officer. He was also an Automated Functional Applications Analyst. Keith retired and was honorably discharged from the USAF in Aug 1991. After his service years he worked at SAIC as a government contractor for the following 15 years.
Keith received a meritorious Service Medal with three oak leaf clusters, AF Commendation Medal with one oak leaf cluster, AF Outstanding Unit Award with three oak leaf clusters, AF Organizational Excellence Award with three oak leaf clusters, National Defense Service Medal with one Bronze Star, ADF Overseas Long Tour Ribbon, AF Longevity Service Award Ribbon with one silver oak leaf cluster, Small Arms expert Pistol Ribbon, and AF Training Ribbon.
Keith married Jacqueline Ross on December 23, 1996. In 2004, Keith partnered with his wife and opened Prime Home Care LLC and Compassionate Care Hospice. He later opened Prime Home DDS in 2011 to serve individuals with developmental disabilities.
Keith is survived by his wife, Jacqueline Ross; sister, Robyn Ross; children: Chris (Mary Beth) Ross, Stephen Ross, Edward II (Bajaya) Pfeffer, Tammy Kirsch (partner Raymond Keith). We also want to recognize his extended work family, Jennifer Sedam and all the employees at Prime Home DDS and Prime Home Care/Compassionate Care Hospice.
Keith and Jacqueline were blessed with 5 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren: Dustin (Lyndsay) Sleep, Cayleen Kirsch, Chandra Pfeffer, Edward III Pfeffer and Anthony Kirsch; great-granddaughters, Emma and Bellamy Sleep.
Keith was admired for his courage, selflessness, and noble qualities. He was willing to take risks or make sacrifices to help others or achieve a noble goal. He exhibited empathy and compassion for others, particularly those who are weak or in need. He cared about other people’s welfare and worked to have a positive influence. He inspired and motivated others to take positive action and make a difference. He enjoyed his family and had a special relationship with each one. He mostly enjoyed being on a cruise with “His Bride.” He was a member and Deacon of St Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Omaha Nebraska.
Keith was preceded in death by his parents, Donald and Evelyn Ross; brother, Peter Ross; grandson, Anthony Michael Kirsch.
VISITATION: Monday, September 30, 2024, from 5pm to 7pm at the West Center Chapel. FUNERAL SERVICE: Tuesday, October 1st at 10:30am at St. Andrews Episcopal Church, 925 S. 84th St. GRAVESIDE SERVICE: Tuesday, October 1st at 2:30pm at Omaha National Cemetery with Military Honors, 14250 Schram Road, Omaha.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to a charity of your choice.
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Sorry to hear of this death. We all get old. Keith and I were friends, but were not stationed together. My sadness will be difficult, as I am sure yours will be too.
Kindness was his legacy. Keith knew how to show kindness and supportive for all those that work for him and his family and friends.. He always had a kind word to say to us, even in his last months of life. May God reward you Keith, and may you watch over Jackie and family. May your kind words continue to build the Kingdom on earth as it is in heaven.
Keith was a kind and sincere man, a great man to work beside along with his wife Jackie. Keith and Jackie taught me the meaning of courage and to hold on and persevere during troubled times. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
He was so loved by our family)! Lol thep kidps and Grandkids. He was so funny and a lot of fun!] Grateful to have spent a lot of time with him at home and in life!
I have had the honor of knowing Keith and his family for over a decade.
Keith was always a gentleman and first class. His positive energy portrayed a kindness at all times.
I have much respect for the family: Keith, Jackie, Tammy, Eddie and the extended family.
He was not only a dear friend, but a boss.
Glad to have known him.
God Bless you Keith and family.
Troy
We are grateful for the love and support shown to Papa Keith’s family during this difficult time. Your presence at his visitation and funeral was a testament to the impact he had on so many lives. May we continue to uplift and support one another in his memory.
Goodnight my love!
It’s hard to lose someone with so much wisdom and guidance to offer us. I know there was so much more I could have learned from you, but Papa, I pray you never stop watching over and guiding me through this life.
Thank you for showing me the world, always treating me like a princess, and for always believing in me. I will do everything in my power to live my life to the fullest and make you proud. I love you papa keith.
“Might as well share, might as well smile
Life goes on for a little bitty while”
-Alan Jackson
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