ROSS: Unexpectedly, as the result of a motor vehicle accident, on Saturday, February 7, 2026, Laura Natsuko (Nakamura) Ross, of Exeter, age 38, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and devotion to her family. Born on August 24, 1987, in Goderich, she was the dearly loved wife of Rob Ross. Proud and adoring mother of Colin and Ethan Ross. Forever loved daughter of the late Brian Nakamura (2013) and Linda (Haugh) Nakamura of Seaforth. Loved sister of Jason and Sarah Nakamura and their daughters Mya and Carmen of Kitchener and sister-in-law of Scott Ross of London. Lovingly remembered by her father-in-law and mother-in-law Jim and Mary Ann Ross of London. Fondly remembered by her aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends. Predeceased by her grandparents Ross and Irene Haugh, Tomiye and Yujiro Nakamura.
At the request of the family, cremation has taken place and interment in the family plot in Crediton Cemetery at a later date. An Open House Celebration of Laura’s Life, with refreshments, will be held at the Crediton Community Centre, 38 Victoria Avenue East, Crediton, on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 1 to 4 p.m. T. Harry Hoffman & Sons Funeral Home, Dashwood, entrusted with the arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Cornerstone Montessori School in Clinton ([email protected]) or Egmondville United Church ([email protected]).
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Paul & Amanda Chiarot
Jay, Sarah, and Family: Our sincere condolences to the entire family. We are heartbroken for your loss. Wishing you peace and strength during this time.
Amy Bedard
Rob, Colin and Ethan,
I’m so deeply sorry for your loss. She was an incredible woman—kind, funny, and full of warmth. Her love for her family was clear to anyone who met her. Thinking of you and your boys and sending strength during this incredibly difficult time.
Amy Bedard
Amanda Gerhard
Linda, Jason and family
I can’t imagine the incredible hole this has left in your family. Taken way too soon! I have a tonne of memories of Laura hanging out with us when we were over in the high-school years. May she watch over the family with Brian now and protect everyone from above.
Amanda Gerhard
Meredith and Gresham Bayley
Laura and family – while our time crossing paths was short at our children’s piano lessons, you were such a positive spirit – and will forever think of you as the children play their music. My sincere condolences to the entire family.
Joyce Morgan
Linda and Laura’s family, my deepest sympathy for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sally Walker
We just learned about Laura’s tragic passing. Our hearts ache for all her family and friends, and we send our love and support at this very sad time.
David, Sally and Joanna Walker
Patti Munnings
Linda & Laura’s family – I was so sorry to learn of Laura’s tragic passing. May you feel God’s close presence and now and during the days to come. Prayers.
Patti (Greer) Munnings
Donna & Rob Middelkamp
Our Deepest Sympathy to Laura’s Family on her sudden passing we want you all to know that we have been thinking about you all . Sending hugs to all . RIP LAURA !!!! You will sure be missed . From Donna & Rob Middelkamp
Linda & Jim Hayter
Linda, Jason and family,
Jim and I want to express our sadness at hearing about Laura’s passing. We’re wishing you peace and strength during this time of sorrow.
Linda and Jim Hayter
Mark and Judy Olacke
We offer our sympathies, love and hugs to her family. We met Laura at her cousin Bradley’s wedding. All the comments sure indicate how much she was loved by all.
Dan and Molly Rolph
We were so shocked to hear the news of Laura’s passing. Crossing paths with her as I covered Big Brothers Big Sisters events for the newspaper, her warmth and dedication always stood out.
Rob and family, our thoughts are with you.
Fallon Fleming
We first met Laura as a daycare provider through Relouw for both of my boys. Then, the Ross family became our neighbours and friends. Laura, you will be dearly missed by many. My heart aches for Rob, Colin and Ethan.
Much love,
Fallon, Austin and Cole
Rosalie Telfer
Our hearts are sad, Laura will always hold a special place in each of our hearts.
From the time she was brought to the cottage as a newborn until the last function we saw her at, she always greeted us with warmth and a smile.
The fun we had filling the balloons with water for our Bluewater Beach end of the year Picnic will always be my favorite time spent with Laura.
May your memories give you comfort now and always
Rosalie Telfer on behalf of the Telfer Family
Bluewater Beach, Goderich Ontario
Bob and Doris Osgood
We have fond memories of Laura through BBBS and the great way she worked with all the volunteers and children. Our hearts are sad and our prayers are for her family and dear friends who are grieving her passing.
Hugs, Bob and Doris Osgood
Rebecca Zehetner (Reed)
Linda, Jason, and family,
I am so heartbroken to hear of Laura’s passing. I have many fond memories of sparks, brownies, and birthday parties with her in Goderich.
Laura will be missed.
Thinking of you all.
Rebecca Zehetner (Reed)
Trish MacGregor
It is hard to find the words to express how sorry I am. Laura was a beautiful person whose light shone brightly for all those around her. She made a positive impact on my children when they were young. She was kind, supportive and faith-filled. She helped shape Sarah’s path by sharing her passion for camp and outdoor education.
Seeing Laura with Rob, Colin and Ethan at programs in Stratford brought me such joy. She loved the fun you had together and her smile was brightest when she was with her family. Hold tight to those good memories.
Thinking of you all
Trish
Shelly Keys
Linda, Jason and all Laura’s family.
Our hearts are breaking at the very sad news of Laura’s passing. Our thoughts are with you all at this very difficult time.
Shelly & Dave Keys
Tracy Emmerton
Laura made such a difference in the lives of campers and motivated the staff to be the best role models. She will be forever in our hearts.
Camp Menesetung Board of Directors
Tracy Emmerton
Laura was such a wonderful woman who shone her light everywhere she went. She will be so missed by everyone.
Tracy and Greg Emmerton
Wendy memcel
Laura was one of the kindest people I have ever met. She will be sorely missed but everyone she met was touched by her warmth and we will continue to carry it in our hearts. My prayers for family and friends.
May she Rest in Peace and Rise in Glory.
Reverend Wendy Mencel
Nikki Fodor
I had the honour of knowing Laura not only as a coworker for a short time but as a person who cared deeply about the people around her, especially her boys.
She had one of the kindest hearts, the type of person who never seemed to anger, carrying herself with quiet strength and genuine warmth. Her presence could truly light up a room, not in a loud way, but in a way that always made people feel welcome and seen.
I had the privilege of caring for one of Laura’s sons, and I will always be grateful for that time.
I hope that when you boys grow up and wonder what your mom was like, you remember how gentle, steady, and deeply kind she was. I hope you know that the love she poured into you will never disappear. It lives in the way you care for others, in your smiles, in your laughter, and in the wonderful young men you will become.
My deepest sympathy to you all
Diana
Our sincere condolences, to all of Laura’s family. She was a wonderful person.
Mike Mason, Diana Little
Bobbi Dale
Dear Linda, Rob and boys. Words cannot express how sorry I was to hear of your loss. Just know thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Bobbi Dale
Cecelia Denomme
Dear Laura‘s family – with sadness and caring – each of you are in my prayers .
Laura’s – husband and their children are close in my heart.
With special remembering – Linda – you and Brian, Jason and Laura – were a special part of our Goderich community .
With sympathy – Cecelia Denomme
Jean, Jim,Bronson ,Bryson, Brooklyn,Brianna and Brayden McVeeney
Our deepest condolences. To Rob Colin and Ethan and family…Laura always had a smile on her face..a kind loving lady. A dearly devoted wife and mother. She will be missed .May God be with you and your family at this time of deep sorrow.
Katie Murray
I’m so sorry to hear the news. Laura was so wonderful. We were lucky enough to have her as an educator for our two children and she treated them like her own. She was kind, compassionate and loving. Think of you Rob and the boys.
Carol LeBeau
Linda, my heart breaks for you on the loss of your daughter. My sincere condolences to you and to the rest of your family.
Carol LeBeau
Darlene Hewitt
So sorry to hear that sweet Laura is gone. I remember her always having such a beautiful smile. I know she will be missed
Mary Hulley
Rob and family…I was truly sorry to hear of your loss. Wishing you peace during this difficult time.
Mary Hulley
Dawne Erb
Linda & Family
I send my condolences to you all on the passing of Laura. I remember her from Camp Menesetung days. She & Jill helped me settle into my role of camp cook. It was a fun time living in our little bubble for 6 weeks every summer. I cherish that time I spent there and the leadership of the director and her assistant. Dawne Erb
Shae van Haarlem
Rob, Colin & Ethan,
I’m so heartbroken for you all. Laura was always such a kind and compassionate person. I really enjoyed working with her years ago. This is such a devastating loss for you and everyone who loved her. I’m thinking of you and all Laura’s family and friends as you adjust to life without such an important and special person.
Shae van Haarlem
Sue (Insley) Wilson
Linda and family, Rob and family, Haugh family, heartfelt condolences on your loss . Cherish your precious memories and hold them close to your heart. May your faith, family and friends give you peace and comfort during this devastating time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Evelyn Vincent
To Rob and all of Laura’s loved ones
sincere sympathy. Laura was such a loving, kind lady. She will be so missed. May God grant peace, strength, comfort and healing
Jillian Collings
I am so incredibly sad to hear of Laura’s passing, Colin, Ethan, and Rob we love you guys and am sending sincere sympathies to you all. Her legacy will live on in those beautiful boys. We are here for you and will have to have you over soon. I’ll be in touch. Love Jill, Jer, and Will
Sheila Macgregor
Dear Linda and family, Such heartbreaking news! My deepest sympathy to you all on the passing of your precious daughter, wife, mother, sister and aunt. May you find comfort and strength in so many happy memories and in the promises of our faith. Surrounding you all in prayer at this very sad time. Rev. Sheila Macgregor
Julie Kennedy
Linda, Jason & Family
Thinking of you all during this sad time. Sending hugs.
Julie (Rutledge)Kennedy
Terry & Donelda Schwartzentruber
Our condolences to Rob & family, Nakamura, Haugh & Ross families. Laura was always happy and full of laughter. She’ll be greatly missed.
Laura lived beside Stiles’ cottage at Bluewater Beach. She enjoyed playing games and talking just having a conversation when she was a toddler. I have lots of wonderful memories of Laura.
❤️ Terry & Donelda (Stiles) Schwartzentruber
Melodie VanderWal-Heidinga
I remember a beautiful little girl taking my little girl under her wing when Laura and Jess entered kindergarten in Holmesville. It was a trying time at our house as my husband John was critically injured in a farm accident not long before. It was a beautiful act of kindness that I always think of whenever I hear Laura’s name. She was a blessing to me. You are in my prayers now.
Kathy Young
When I remember my years in Guiding Laura was always present. From Brownies through Pathfinders she was with me and my daughters. Her delight in new experiences and especially crafting sessions was infectious to the other girls and she became quickly a leader with her peers. Our relationship extended fare beyond there and I was honored to officiate her wedding to Rob. Rob my heart breaks for you and your boys. Linda and Jason I feel your pain. Always in my thoughts and prayers.
Kathy Young
Glenn and Missy Pfaff
Linda and family,
Please accept our deepest condolences at this most tragic time of loss. Our thoughts are with you all.
Glenn & Missy Pfaff
Dr.Reverend Kurtis Finkbeiner
Linda and family I’m so sorry for the shocked of Laura she been a camp counsellor and she always had a great sense of humour thinking about you at this sad time
Dr Reverend Kurtis Finkbeiner
Diane Leonard
Linda, our sincere condolences during this difficult time.
Diane (Preszcator) and Gary Leonard
Kelly & Kevin Butt
Linda, Rob and family,
At a time like this there are never any words to help ease your pain but we are sorry to hear about Laura.
We are sending thoughts, prayers and hugs to you and your family.
May the cherished memories that you have with your daughter/wife/mother/sister help you in the difficult weeks ahead.
Linda Dillon
Linda, I am so sorry to hear of your daughter’s accident and the tragic loss of one so young. Lean on each other and remember all the joy she brought into your life to help you navigate the days ahead.
Ann Preszcator
Dear Linda and Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.