Master Sergeant Laurie Antionette Ross was born on April 21, 1969, in Decatur, Georgia. She peacefully transitioned on March 4, 2026.  Funeral service will be held on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at B. A. Williams Memorial Chapel at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Westover Memorial Park. There will be a viewing one hour prior to the start of service.

MSG Ross graduated from Columbia High School in Decatur, Georgia, and later earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from Americus University. A proud and dedicated soldier, she enlisted in the United States Army on May 12, 1988, beginning a distinguished military career defined by leadership, discipline, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.

Throughout her military service, MSG Ross served in assignments across the United States and overseas, including Germany, Hawaii, Maryland, Oklahoma, Kansas, and Korea. She served honorably as both a Drill Sergeant and First Sergeant, mentoring and guiding countless soldiers. Her leadership, strength, and dedication left a lasting impression on all who had the privilege to serve alongside her.

During her years of service, MSG Ross received numerous awards and decorations recognizing her professionalism, commitment, and faithful service to her country.

Beyond her military career, she was a devoted and active member of several Masonic organizations. She faithfully served in leadership roles within the Daughters of Isis, Golden Circle, Heroines of the Templar's Crusaders, and other affiliated organizations and clubs. Through these organizations, she continued her lifelong commitment to service, sisterhood, and community.

MSG Ross leaves to cherish her loving memory her daughter, Monique L. Howard; her beloved granddaughters, Alyssa N. Howard and Symone Hutchison; her sisters, Lana Teko and Michele A. Victrum; her father, Marvin Ross, along with a host of other relatives, friends, and fellow soldiers who will forever remember her strength, wisdom, leadership, and unwavering dedication.

Her legacy of service, love, and leadership will continue to live on in the many lives she touched.

"Well done, good and faithful servant."

William Funeral Home, 2945 Old Tobacco Road, Hephzibah, GA