of Lakewood Ranch, Florida, formerly of Vincentown (LeisureTowne), New Jersey, died peacefully on November 22, 2016 at the age of 79. John is survived by his three daughters, Amy Ross Bradl of Lakewood Ranch, Florida, Kristin (Michael) Robinson of Mullica Hill, New Jersey, and Patricia (John) Dusak of Medford, New Jersey and his three grandchildren, Andrew Bradl, Ashley Dusak, and John Dusak. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife Ann and his sister Dorothy Smith. John was born on March 16, 1937 in New York City (Bronx), New York to John and Mildred Ross. He married Ann Paxon, in 1960 after completing his enlistment in the U.S. Navy. After moving to Medford, New Jersey, John began working for United Airlines at Philadelphia International Airport as a ground mechanic and remained there his entire working career. John recently moved to Florida where he enjoyed spending time with his family. Services will be private. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Tidewell Hospice at www.givetotidewell.org or to 5955 Rand Boulevard, Sarasota, Florida 34238. The family would like to thank Windsor Assisted Living of Lakewood Ranch and Tidewell Hospice for the care and dedication they extended to John.