Ronal Neil Ross, 84, of Florence, transitioned from his earthly home to his Heavenly home on Thursday, February 5, 2026. A reception for family and friends will be held on Wednesday, February 11, from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. at Morrison Funeral Home, Tuscumbia. The funeral service will follow in the funeral home chapel. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Tuscumbia.
Ron was a graduate of Deshler High School and a member of Wood Avenue Church of Christ in Florence. He was a veteran of both the US Army and the National Guard and worked as an engineer for thirty-four years with Norfolk Southern Railroad. An avid golfer, Ron worked as a marshal with Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail and played as often as he could. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Amanda Beth Ross Screven; infant daughter, Falena Annette Ross; and best friend, Dr. Randy Strait, of Florida.
Ron is survived by his wife, Doris Ann Ross; son and best friend, Christopher Joseph Ross; grandchildren, Chandler Joseph Ross and Olivia Kate Ross; and sister, Carol Meador.
