We are sad to announce that on August 21, 2024, Ross Paasche of New Bedford, Massachusetts, born in Providence, Rhode Island passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In the quiet moments of reflection, amidst the gentle rustle of leaves and the whispered song of the stars, we shall carry Ross' memory with us, a guiding light illuminating the path ahead. May Ross' journey be filled with peace and serenity, as his find rest in the embrace of eternity.

He is survived by: his mother Nancee; his wife Mary Jane of New Bedford; his children, Stuart R. Paasche (Stacy) of Fort Myers, FL and Casandra K. Paasche of Fairhaven, MA; his grandchildren, Claire and Owen Paasche; and his siblings, Norman Shaw Paasche of Little Compton, RI and Pamela Wright O'Hearn.

Visitation was held on Thursday, August 29th 2024 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Perry-McStay Funeral Home (2555 Pawtucket Ave, East Providence, RI 02914). A funeral service was held on Friday, August 30th 2024 at 10:00 AM at the Swan Point Cemetery (585 Blackstone Blvd, Providence, RI 02906). A burial was held on Friday, August 30th 2024 at the Historical Chapel at Swan Point Cemetery (585 Blackstone Blvd, Providence, RI 02906).

In Lieu of flowers donations can be made to The New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center at 38 Bethel Street (mail to: PO Box 2052) New Bedford MA 02741 or at https://fishingheritagecenter.org (please note donation in the memory of Ross Paasche).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Perry-McStay Funeral Home