Louise Jessica Ross
1948 - 2015
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Maxine Blake - New York, NY posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 20, 2016
Louise, rest in peace, dear old friend from our High School days.
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Robyn - East Haven, CT - Parent of former ECA student posted a condolence
Monday, March 30, 2015
The one (and only) time my son attempted to skip class, Louise helped me personally find him and she was the first person my son apologized to. She was my go-to person when I had any issue. I was so saddened to hear of her passing. ECA was a special place because of her. Our deepest condolences.
The DiNatale family
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Ronni Rabin - New Haven, CT - Mother of 3 ECA students posted a condolence
Thursday, March 26, 2015
Louise was always a warm and sane welcome when I needed an adult anchor in the sometimes turbulent ECA teen waters. She had a way of restoring calm and sanity in any situation. Her humanity shone through and she treated everyone with care and respect. She will be missed! ECA and New Haven were blessed by her years of dedication.
Ronni Rabin former ECA parent
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Scott Magrath - Sunderland, VT posted a condolence
Thursday, March 26, 2015
I have started writing this so many times but never felt my words were going to be good enough to honor Louise. She was that special of a person. The mother of my best friend and the best friend of my mother, she played a very big role in my life. She was a great and protective mother to Jonathon and he loved he dearly back. That will never diminish. She helped so many others in her professional and personal life. I have so many fond memories of Louise but my mind always goes back to the endless games of Pictionary that the four us played. I am happy that you are no longer suffering. You are missed.
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Alexandra Katz - New Haven, CT - Former student posted a condolence
Thursday, March 26, 2015
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Louise. May you be comforted for your loss. It is a great loss to the world that Louise is no longer in it. She was the kind of unique person that literally changed a place with her present, and changed people by her loving, understanding and thoughtful way of interacting with people of all ages. She made everyone feel cared for and understood. She made ECA what it was. An oasis in the world of support and positivity for young artists, and for teenagers who loved it like a second home. I will always remember her with the utmost warmth and fondness. There are few people from even my teachers, not to mention the faculty at my former schools that I have so much affection and gratitude for. She was a special person. One in a million and left a big mark on the world. She will be dearly missed. I for one feel very fortunate to have known her.
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Patty Billone - Weston, CT posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 25, 2015
I miss you so much, Louise, my dear sister. I know you aren't suffering anymore and are at peace. You deserve nothing less.
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Katy Schneider - new york, NY - Former Student posted a condolence
Friday, March 20, 2015
I met Louise on my tour of ECA. I was very nervous. Louise looked sort of stern, but her eyes were kind.
I was an excitable, nervous, emotional teenager. So I found myself in Louise's office a lot. I found myself on Louise's couch constantly, chatting aimlessly about my day, or my workload, or about a friend who I felt had been unkind. Louise listened very seriously to a babbling, teenaged me. If I cried in her office, as I did more times than I'd like to admit, she'd indulge me for a moment--a hug, or a pat on the hand--and then she'd get to it, helping me resolve the problem in a timely fashion so that I'd be sure to get to class on time. I approached Louise's office to find the door closed so many times--a sure sign that she was inside tending to another student's needs.
I texted my friend, a former ECA classmate of mine, when I found out that Louise had passed away. She said "I remember her so well. Her voice, her mannerisms." I can too. It's been five years and I can hear her and see her perfectly, behind her desk, looking at me levelly, like I was someone to be taken seriously.
I can't overstate how much she meant to all of us at ECA. With all of her firmness, her kindness, her unfailing respect for her students--who were, by the way, a wacky, artistic, and somewhat maladjusted bunch. ECA was our home and she took care of us. We needed her and she was there for us. I am so grateful to have known her.
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A friend posted a condolence
Friday, March 20, 2015
Jonathan- The love you and your mom shared was palpable. She was a wonderful woman and blessed to have you as a son.She was always kind to me and I actually still have a book that she gave me on my bedside stand. I know that she is in a better place of peace and health.Know that we love you very much and are sorry for your pain- Kathy, Bob and boys
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James Luse - former colleague @ ECA posted a condolence
Friday, March 20, 2015
Louise had natural wisdom and humor. She was an angel of reason with egotistical, unruly students. Her aura of logic, order and compassion made the most self-centered, dishonest students and parents elevate and become more human. She prized herself on the presentation of clever, ingenious word-identity games & puzzles on the first day of ECA. These games successfully got students and faculty to break their barriers and truly communicate. My heart breaks. However, now she is conducting word and identity games with the cherubim and seraphim. God has put a crown on her head.
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Patricia Magrath - Westbrook, CT posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 18, 2015
I share my kindest thoughts and sincere sympathy to Louise's family, most especially Jonathan, a loving and devoted son. When I spoke with Louise about "Jon" and his beautiful family, Louise always corrected me by saying "JONATHAN," with MUCH pride and love. Louise's legacy will forever speak for itself. Warm regards --- Patty Magrath, The Connecticut Hospice
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Donna Magrath - New Haven, CT - friend posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 18, 2015
Louise, I miss you. I was so blessed to have you as a friend - everyone should be so lucky to have a friend like you. We shared many laughs, football dinners and trips on the road. I will love you always.
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Katy King - Hamden, CT posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 18, 2015
Sleep well my dear friend. I will always think of you and smile.
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A friend posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 18, 2015
A friend for nearly 60 years, Louise exhibited such strength and courage for all of us to admire. She is loved, and she will truly be missed. The angel we know will always be with us. My heart goes out to her family and friends, to whom I send my sincere condolences. With sympathy, Robert Nayer
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Bob Tatham - North Branford, CT - Co-Worker posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 18, 2015
To Louise's family,
I am so sorry to hear of Louise's passing. May God send to you the strength you need during this difficult time.
I work for ACES Technology Services and have had the pleasure of working with her when visiting her at ECA over these past 27 years.
Peace to all of you.
Bob Tatham
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Saul Fussiner - Hamden, CT posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 17, 2015
So sad to hear of this. I remember being in Louise's office at ECA when Maya was a toddler crawling on the floor and knocking stuff over and Louise didn't mind at all; she just always took such joy at having kids around.
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Tina Carter -Young - New Haven, CT - Former Student (ECA) posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 17, 2015
Louise was a kind-hearted person and was one of the first to make me feel welcome as a new student at the Educational Center for the Arts. She will be missed.
To Louise's Family: I pray that God gives you strength, healing and guidance. God Bless.
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Kyan Minor - hamden, CT posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 17, 2015
LOUISE U WILL BE MISS...THAT SMILE THOSE KISS & MOST OF ALL THE HUGS & I LOVE U. I WAS BLESSED TO CARE FOR YOU IT WAS MY PLEASURE TO BE UR FIESTY GIRL. I KNOW UR AT PEACE AND NO MORE SUFFERING THAT BRINGS BE COMFORT. TO YOUR FAMILY I SAY THANK YOU FOR SHARING HER WITH ME. I WILL CARRY HER IN MY HEART FOREVER. LOVE KYAN MINOR, CT HOSPICE
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Aleta Staton - New Haven - Colleague posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 17, 2015
My sincere condolences to the family of Louise Ross (I called her "Weezy"). You should know that her net of care and concern was cast wide throughout her career, guiding young people to their best accomplishments, and indeed their best selves. She shall be missed.
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Gail Kantor - Valley Village, CA posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 17, 2015
My dearest old friend, my childhood sister, my talented dream accomplice...I will miss you. My memories are laced with the laughter we never failed to share and the music that propelled us both through our time on this earth. Rest well and I will sing with you again. Jonathan, Patty, Larry, Sahar, Zia and Soraya...my thoughts are with you.
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Steve Bacon - Westminster, CO - Former student posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 17, 2015
Louise had a profound impact on my life for my four years I was at ECA and I treasured the brief conversations and catch-up we had during the years after I graduated. I'll cherish the memories I have of the few years I was privileged to know her. Love you Louise!
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Jonathan Ross-Wiley - Greenwich, CT posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 17, 2015
You will always be my hero, Mom.
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A friend posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 17, 2015
I met Louise in our Women to Women Support group in Guilford. I will always remember her as a brave, caring and lovely woman. I am in Florida now and will be unable to attend the service.
My sincere sympathy to her loving family.
Elaine Grossman
Funeral Service
March 20, 2015
12:00 PM
Congregation Temple Beth Shalom Rodfe Zedek
55 East Kings Highway
Chester, CT 05412
Interment
Friday March 20 2015
Fountain Hill Cemetery
57 High St
Deep River, CT 06417
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Shiva will be observed at Louise's residence on Sunday March 22, 2015 from 1:00PM until 4:00PM
- 34 Main St | PO Box 105 | Centerbrook, CT | 06409 | (860) 767-8000
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