Born in Breckenridge, Texas, William was 88 years old and the eldest son of Hugh Tomlinson Ross and Virginia Dameron Ross of Memphis, TN. A graduate of Christian Brothers High School and Christian Brothers University, he served his country honorably in the United States Marine Corps Reserves. William is the elder brother of Hugh T. Ross (Skody), Jr. (deceased) of Memphis, TN and husband of 62 years to Sylvia O'Hearn Ross (deceased) of Alpharetta, GA. William is the father of 6 children: Ginger Pridgen of San Antonio, Texas, Bill Ross Jr of Marietta, Georgia, Rudy Roybal of Roswell, Georgia, Daniel Ross of San Antonio, Texas, Della Trammell (deceased) of Alpharetta, Georgia, and Brad Ross, of Montgomery, Texas.
He is also survived by 11 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.
Bill, as he was affectionately known, was a shining light in the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him. His journey on this earth was one marked by love, compassion, and unwavering commitment to family and friends. His passing has left a void in the hearts of his family, friends, and many more whose lives were touched by him. We ask that you remember him not for the way his life ended, but for the way it was lived, and for the profound impact it had on the lives of those who had the pleasure of knowing him.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Will Steele Endowed Memorial Scholarship Fund at Christian Brothers University. https://www.givecampus.com/campaigns/22134/donations/new
There will be a burial service for family members at 10:00 AM on Saturday July 19, 2025 at Green Lawn Cemetery & Mausoleum followed by a Celebration of Life reception at noon for friends and family at 1401 Lexington Green Pines, Cumming, GA 30040.
