Octavia

Ross

Octavia Ross, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, was born on March 26, 1948, to John D. Ross, Sr. and Mable Ross in Atlanta, Georgia. She gained her wings on June 1, 2026.

In her youth, Octavia and her family moved to Toledo, Ohio. She attended Toledo Public Schools and graduated from Woodward High School. She later continued her education at Davis Business College, where she earned an Administrative Assistant certificate

Octavia was a faithful and active member of Eastern Star Missionary Baptist Church since 1997.

Octavia's great love and passion were sewing and knitting. She turned that passion into a successful, full-time business as a seamstress, creating and altering garments with care and skill. She crafted clothing and blankets for her clients and her family—especially baby clothes and blankets to welcome each new little one. Nothing brought her more joy than helping others with their garments, whether designing something new or thoughtfully repairing and altering a well-loved piece. She also adored flowers of every kind. Her love for family and friends was evident in every stitch she made. After more than 40 years in her seamstress business, Octavia retired.

Octavia was preceded in death by her father, John D. Ross, Sr.; her mother, Mable Ross; and her brothers, Levon Ross and John D. Ross II.

She leaves to cherish her memory two daughters, Menyonn L. Daniels and Rana E. Daniels; three grandchildren, Briana J. Smith, Yameisha C. Daniels-Polk, Roderick E. Dailey, Jr.; twelve great-grandchildren; best friend, Ms. Rose Barnes, and a host of other relatives and friends.

Octavia was known for her blunt honesty, her strong will, and her independence. She encouraged her daughters to think outside the box in order to provide for themselves. She will truly be missed