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To view the flower pictures from Ross' service, click here: Ross Rubbelke Flower Pictures

Ross was born on May 6, 1955, in Minot, ND. He was the fourth of nine children born to Eugene and Rosella (Larson) Rubbelke. He attended school in Minot, graduating from Minot High School in 1973.

On September 3, 2005, Ross married Beth (Mary Elizabeth Laske) at Otter Tail Lake in Minnesota. They made their home in Minot, ND. Ross and Beth enjoyed 16 beautiful years of life together before her passing on October 14, 2021.

In his younger years, Ross participated in many 10K and fun runs for charity with his brother, Kevin. He was active in the Big Brother organization and was recognized for his outstanding involvement with Companions for Children. Ross also volunteered his time to organize blood drives and was a dedicated blood donor throughout his life.

Ross earned a master's degree in business from Minot State College where he was a beloved member of Sigma Tau Gamma. The lifelong friendships with his fraternity brothers were very important to Ross. After MSU, he continued his education at NDSCS in Wahpeton, ND.

Ross was an accomplished electrician. He earned a Master Electrical License from the state of North Dakota. He was the Electrical Inspector for the City of Minot. Throughout his career, he was active in the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local #714. In 2013, he was awarded the Distinguished Service Award from the International Association of Electrical Inspectors. Ross received a certificate of appreciation from the City of Minot for his outstanding public service as Building Inspector from 1996-2014. Ross also was recognized by the Minot Soccer Association for his work on the "Lighting the Way" project at the Optimist Soccer Complex in north Minot.

Ross' life was focused on family and friends. He enjoyed time at his Lake Sakakawea cabin. He cherished all of his nieces and nephews. When they were young, he often took them to nursing homes to visit with residents, teaching them the importance of remembering those who are often forgotten. Ross enjoyed playing pinochle, especially with his brother, Kevin. He was well known at the YMCA and recently took up boxing to stay fit.

Ross (the Boss) was a kind soul with a big heart. If someone needed help, he was always willing to lend a hand. Before his father passed away, Ross made a promise to him that he would take care of the family… and he did just that! He was a wonderful and loving brother, uncle, husband, grandpa, step-father, and friend to many. Ross is gone from this earth, but he will live forever in our hearts.

Ross' loving family: siblings, Carol Rubbelke of Minot, Wayne (Faye) Rubbelke of Corinth, TX, Joan (David) Nelson of Minot, Kevin Rubbelke of Minot, Claire Rubbelke of Minot, Mary (Clyde) Schiele of Surrey, ND, Paul (Dawn) Rubbelke of Fridley, MN, and Bill (Tammy Studaker) Rubbelke of Minot; sisters-in-law, Jacki Qualio of AZ, Karen (Al) Dirks of Minneapolis, MN; brother-in-law, Doug Laske of KS; nieces and nephews, Brandon Johnson, Aaron Johnson, Jodi (Adam) Johnson, John Rubbelke, Amber Johnston, Ryan Johnston, Shawn (Jennifer Knutson) Johnston, Brittany (Cory) Nakamura, Corey Schiele, Carley Schiele, Kayle Schiele, Kelsey (Robert McCovins IV) Rubbelke, and Jordan (Abigail) Rubbelke; step-sons, Brannon (Amy) Wells, Tanner Wells, Cullen (Heath) Wells; step-grandchildren, Quinlan, Greyson, and Gwendolyn Wells; great-nieces and great-nephews, Kasper Johnston, Jaxson Bullard, Lyberty Johnston, Mahina and Lincoln Nakamura, Rori and Violet Rubbelke, Lois McCovins; and numerous cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Eugene and Rosella Rubbelke; his wife, Beth Rubbelke; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

A private funeral service will be held by the family. A recording of the service will be available for the public on Tuesday, October 14, 2025. To view a recording of the service access: https://www.mtmsales.net/thomas

Celebration of Life: Monday, October 13, 2025, 5:00pm-7:00pm at the Sleep Inn and Suites Convention Center, 2400 10th Street SW, Minot, ND.

Burial: Tuesday, October 14, 2025, Leonard Cemetery, Leonard, ND.