Mr. Silas J Ross Sr.

Silas Jarod Ross, Sr., 32 years old of Kernersville NC was peacefully called home to join his heavenly father on Saturday August 8, 2020. Silas was born April 28, 1988 to Carolyn Ross and Silas Foster in Winston Salem, NC. Silas was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Mamie Ross and James Beauford, aunts Brenda Ross, Jackie Brayboy, and Antonia Watkins (who all helped raise him and taught him the word of God), Luevon Washington and Anthionette Torbit, uncles James Beauford and Charles Hall, Jr. Silas is survived by his mother Carolyn Ross, father Silas (Sherris) Foster, Soulmate Jasmine Mickens, son Silas Ross Jr., daughter Zoe Ross, and son in love Amani Mock, brother Brandon Ross and sister Jasmin Ross, aunts Deborah Ross, Charlene Ross, Stephanie Ross, Tujuana Ross, Valeria Gibbs, and adored nieces Brianna Ross and Kali Ross, devoted friends Cartier (Raye) Young, Keith (Deidra) Perry, Victor (Crystal) Davidson, Cherelle Blakely, Jeremy Graham, Twon Townsend , Vonte Kendrick, Justin Rhedrick-Nelson, Quinton Brown, Leah Poole, Kadeem Young-Kelly and many more. Silas graduated from Carver High School in 2006. He went to NC A&T to further his education and graduated with a bachelor's degree in Architectural Engineering in 2010. Silas served in the United States Army National Guard in the 875th Engineering company with pride. Silas went on to pursue a Master's degree in Construction Management from Western Carolina in 2014. Silas gained experience working with architectural and construction companies (DPR located in Raleigh NC, Kiewit in Kansas City, and Balfour Beatty in Greensboro NC). Silas created a mentorship program called K.E.Y.S Outreach with Jeremy Graham and Asada Harris, and also partnered with Victor Davidson with D&R construction. Silas was a proud alumni of NC A&T and gave back as a mentor to students in the engineering program. Silas was a volunteer as a Big Brother to help young men to better themselves. Silas was such a stylish gentleman and assisted with the launch of a clothing line with his best friend Cartier Young. Silas took great pride in being a father and provider to Silas Jr. and Zoe and to the love of his life Jasmine. Silas loved to be with family and friends and especially enjoyed NC A& T homecoming events. Silas will truly be missed by everyone that knew and loved him! A public viewing will take place Tuesday, August 18, 2020 from 2pm until 5pm at Douthit's. A private funeral will be held Wednesday, August 19, 2020. Arrangements are in care of Douthit Funeral Services.

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Mr. Silas J Ross Sr.

April 28, 1988 - August 11, 2020