Nedra Talley Ross, the last surviving member of The Ronettes dies at 80, who was her husband?
Nedra Talley Ross’s death was announced by her daughter, Nedra K.Ross.
Nedra K. Ross has announced the death of her mother, Nedra Talley Ross, the last surviving member of The Ronettes, who has died at 80. In a post on Facebook, she wrote: “At approximately 8:30 this morning our mother Nedra Talley Ross went home to be with the Lord. She was safe in her own bed at home with her family close, knowing she was loved.
“Thank you Lord
“There will be a Celebration of Life in the future and I will post information when plans have been confirmed.”
In response, one person wrote: “Nedra,
“I’m so deeply sorry for the loss of your mother. There is a sacred kind of love between a mother and daughter that never truly leaves—it simply changes form.
“May you feel her presence in the quiet moments… in a memory that rises gently, in a warmth that comes without explanation, in the love that still surrounds you. May peace hold you when the waves of grief come, and may comfort find you in the tenderness of all she gave you.
“Blessing over you: May your heart be wrapped in grace.
“May your tears be honored as love.
“May you be carried, moment by moment, by a strength that is not your own.
“And may your mother’s love remain a living light within you—guiding you, steadying you, and reminding you that you are never alone.”
“You are being held in so much love.”
Another person wrote:”To all who love the Ross family , a brief word of joy ....Scott and Nedra are both now praising and dancing before our God ...how good is that ? Ì cannot be sad - only glad for them ! With that in mind , there is only room for gratitude and joy ....soon enough , we will all be re -united ... Praise ye the Lord!”
Nedra Talley Ross will be best remembered for forming the 1960s group The Ronettes along with her cousins Ronnie Spector and Estelle Bennett. The band’s hit ‘Be My Family’ featured in movies such as Mean Streets and Dirty Dancing.
In 2007, the group was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. A post on the Facebook group and Instagram account for The Ronettes reads: “It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of Nedra Talley Ross’ passing. She was a light to those who knew and loved her.
“As a founding member of The Ronettes, along with her beloved cousins Ronnie and Estelle, Nedra’s voice, style and spirit helped define a sound that would change music. Her contribution to the group’s story and their defining influence will live forever.
“Rest peacefully dear Nedra. Thanks for the magic.”
A fan wrote: “ “😢❤️🙏🏼 All 3 sing in heaven...🙏🏼,” whilst another said: “Oh no, wasnt expecting to hear this today :(. Rest in peace Nedra. The last ronnette.”
Nedra Talley Ross was married to Scott Ross, a former DJ turned interviewer for The 700 Club on the Christian Broadcasting Network, he predeceased her in 2023 and the couple had four children together.
In an interview with the Christian Broadcasting Network, Scott Ross said: "Uh, we were doing some TV, and uh – to Pat Robertson’s credit, I was – I was really accosted by some people, so-called Christians, who wanted to know – same thing "Where's she from? Interracial marriage, etc." And uh there were people who did not want to support the fledgling CBN at that time, because of our marriage.
“But, uh, Pat stood with us and-and said, you know, 'They – it's not the money, it's not the issue. And these two are married before God and that's that.' And uh so we had that kind of support, you know?"