Mary Lou Ross Holtry Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Mary Lou Ross Holtry (Waukee, Iowa), who passed away on January 12, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Mary Lou Ross Holtry to pay them a last tribute.

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

She was loved and cherished by many people including: her sister Linda Simmons; her parents, Lloyd Ross and Mary Lucille Ross; her in-laws, Leo, Mary Hope Holtry (Michael Joseph Holtry Sr) and Michael Joseph Holtry Jr.; and her close friend Shirley Littleton.