He was a Navy veteran of 20 years and was a mechanic in his civilian life.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Gayle, his parents, sisters Kathryn Walker, Tina Burnham and Virginia Kelly; and a brother, Warren Walker.
Ross is survived by several nieces and nephews.
Graveside services will be held at Murphree Cemetery in Evant, Texas on December 2, 2017 at 1:00 pm.