Charles Terry Ross

Charles Terry Ross, "Terry", passed away unexpectedly in his home on January 28, 2024. Terry was born on May 15, 1942 in Memphis, Tennessee to Ann Bell and Otho Charles Ross. After the loss of his father in 1944 while fighting in WWII, Terry was raised by his brilliantly strong mother and grandmother, the latter of whom regularly peppered him with colloquialisms like "Discretion is the better part of valor." He took great joy in sharing these little sparks of wisdom with his children whenever he felt appropriate. Usually when they misbehaved or talked back! After high school Terry went to Memphis State University. Following college, he spent several years as a successful investment broker, which is what brought him and his family to the Houston area. In the mid-1970s he left the world of investments to start L&R Management Co. with his partner. Thus began a successful 40 plus year career as a Real Estate Developer, Manager, and Broker. Terry's passion for Fair Housing led him to many years as elected president of AHMA East Texas, as well as past president of NLHA. He also had a strong belief in the equitable treatment of elderly and disabled tenants. As a result, he co-created the Section 504 Fair Housing Course and spent several years traveling the country teaching the course, and leading seminars on Fair Housing and the specific requirements for compliance with ADA regulations. Terry was equally passionate about his hobbies and interests. He was a voracious reader, enjoying everything from books on religion to sci-fi and fantasy. Some of his favorite authors were Andrew M. Greeley, James Patterson, and Anne McAffrey. He was also a lover of good wine and great food, and loved to cook. He enjoyed experimenting with new recipes, often trying them on his children. Terry also enjoyed photography and took great joy in taking pictures for family events, friends' parties, and celebrations at his favorite hang-outs. He was also involved as an adult leader with the Indian Guides, Boy Scouts, and Girl Scouts, including a month long hiking trip to Philmont. Philmont is an arduous, lengthy trek through the New Mexico wilderness. Terry trained for months in anticipation of the journey with his son's Scout troop, walking the neighborhood with a 40 pound backpack. Another of his great passions was his family's genealogy. He spent countless hours researching and gathering information from relatives and the internet. He also loved music, like the band Celtic Woman. And he rarely passed up an opportunity to stop at Starbucks for his favorite Vente Caramel Macchiato! Terry is preceded in death by his father Otho Charles Ross, mother Ann Bell McAuley, step-father Andrew Alston "Mac" McAuley, and brother W. Frank Hill. And his beloved dogs Kylie and Molly. Terry is survived by his daughter Sherri Ross Eisenhauer, son Andrew K. Ross, daughter-in-law Jennifer Orr Ross, grandson Sutton Ross, granddaughter Ainsley Ross, and his sweet dog, Ellie. Relatives and friends are invited to a memorial service and celebration of Terry's life: Saturday, February 17th at 11:00am Northwoods Presbyterian Church 3320 Cypress Creek Parkway (FM 1960 West) Houston, Texas 77068 In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to be made in Terry's name to any of the following: The American Heart Association https://www.heart.org/ Alzheimer's Association https://act.alz.org/ Planned Parenthood https://www.plannedparenthood.org/ CAMO Rescue https://www.camorescue.com/ Or any animal rescue of your choice!