Luanne Karen Ross

June 9, 1945 - January 7, 2026

Quesnel, BC

With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Luanne Karen Ross, who passed away peacefully at the age of 80 at the G.R. Baker Memorial Hospital in Quesnel, BC on January 7, 2026 surrounded by loving family.

Born June 9, 1945, and raised in Tatamagouche Nova Scotia, Luanne spent many years working at Stansfield's in Truro, NS, before serving as secretary at the Tatamagouche Elementary School for 29 years.

Luanne was predeceased by her parents, Olla and Louis Langille; her late husband Rodney Ross; and siblings Andrew Langille and Mary Hayman; grandaughter, Willow.

She is survived by her loving partner, Dr. John D. Wilson; sons Jodi (Jody) and Lyle (Brandi); stepdaughters Paulette (Wade), Laura (Thane), Jeannie (David), Elizabeth, Emily (Josh) and stepson Aubrey (Kylee). She will also be dearly missed by her brother Melvin (Joann); sisters Judy and Sandra (Bruce); grandchildren Kelsey Jean (Brandon), Courtney (Phil), Kailey (Zach) and Levi; as well as many nieces, nephews, and great - and great – great- nieces and nephews – all of whom were very special to her.

Luanne was kind, generous and hardworking woman who found joy in life's simple pleasures – looking after her dogs, tending her garden, feeding hummingbirds, quilting, baking, and beach combing for sea glass. She cherished her many adventures with Dar and Bonnie; late night's playing cards with her girlfriends, and spending time with her family. A lifelong Elvis fan, she loved to sing her favorite songs.

Later in life, Luanne followed her heart to Quesnel, BC where she and John built their home off the grid.  There they were happy and together with their dog Bennie, they enjoyed gardening, hunting and fishing. One of her fondest memories was taking her first and only flight with John, her favorite pilot, in his PA-12 airplane - an experience she loved.

Luanne's warmth, laughter and huge heart touched everyone who knew her. She will be deeply missed and forever loved by her family and friends.

Cremation has taken place. A time to gather, share memories and celebrate her life will be held from 2-4 p.m., Sunday, June 7 in the Wilson School House, Central New Annan.