Ross Douglas
February 22, 1951-March 20, 2023
It is hard to narrow down a single category to describe Ross and his talents. He was a singer/songwriter, musician who played seven instruments, theatrical musical director, actor, voiceover talent and photographer.
Born in Vancouver, Ross grew up in Surrey, B.C. and attended the University of British Columbia. He appeared in many theatrical productions in Vancouver during the 1970s. In 1980, he began to tour the world as The Pianist in the Canadian classic Billy Bishop Goes to War, including a three-month run in New York City where he met his future wife, Robin. They married in Puerto Rico in 1990.
He won a Jessie Richardson Award for musical direction of the Arts Club production of Angry Housewives as well as several awards for his songwriting.
In the 1990s, he spent nine summers as the musical director of the Theatre Royal in Barkerville, B.C. Over the last 20 years, he produced four albums of original songs and toured all over B.C. doing concerts. His song, “Some Call It Bob,” was a local favorite sung at his concerts at the Point Roberts Community Center. Ross’s rich baritone voice animated cartoon characters, film narration, commercials and video narrations.
Ross and Robin moved to Point Roberts in 1994 and Ross’s passions for nature and photography blended into one. His calendars, cards and photographs became best sellers at the local craft fairs.
As a man, Ross had a huge heart. His anonymous generosity to causes he believed in was an integral part of who he was.
He is survived by Robin and will be missed by all who had the joy of knowing him.
