<p>It is with heavy hearts we announce the tragic passing of Ross Major at his home in Badger, Manitoba.&nbsp;</p> <p>Left to remember him are his daughter Kriss (Ron), sons Paul (Jan), Mark (Cindy) and grandchildren Ian, Tyler, Gray, Kati Lynn and Madison.&nbsp;</p> <p>He was predeceased by his parents, his only sister Bernice McKenzie, and his granddaughter Paula Major.&nbsp; He will also be missed by his friend Angela Harrison.</p> <p>Ross was born in Guelph Ontario and graduated from the University of Guelph in Veterinary Medicine.&nbsp; He married Thelma Post in 1958, and together they ventured west, first to Kenora, Ontario and then to Springfield, Manitoba, where their three children grew up.</p> <p>Ross purchased Anderson&rsquo;s Animal Hospital in Winnipeg and practiced both large and small animal medicine for many years.&nbsp; He also worked in beef farming and production. He was involved in many other businesses of a wide variety over the years.&nbsp; Always one to keep busy, Ross enjoyed working until just a few years ago.&nbsp; Until just recently, Ross worked in Candle Lake, Saskatchewan where he made many good friends and enjoyed his time there before moving back to Manitoba.</p> <p>For the last couple of years Dad moved back full time to Badger, Manitoba to his home in the woods.&nbsp; He enjoyed nature and the outdoors all of his life.&nbsp; He enjoyed feeding the birds and the deer, and gardening. He had a good sense of humor and always kept up with world events and maintained strong opinions about all things political.</p> <p>Dad was a very private individual.&nbsp; As per Ross&rsquo; request, there will be no formal service.&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>