Michael Alexander Ross

Michael Alexander Ross obituary, Conway, AR

Michael Alexander Ross

Michael Ross Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Cornwell Funeral Home - Dardanelle on Feb. 6, 2026.
Michael Alexander Ross age 61 of Conway, passed away Thursday, January 22, 2026 at his home. He was born September 25, 1964 in Dallas, Texas to the late Phillip Michael Ross and Martha Ann King. Michael attended the First Baptist Church in Oppelo. He served 24 years in the United States Navy with the Marine Corps as a hospital Corpsman and was field combat trained. He graduated from American Military University with a Bachelor's Degree in Medical Management. He served as clinic director for multiple clinics at UAMS. Michael was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Desi Fischer, Kim Patterman and his grandparents.

Survivors include his high school sweetheart, Paula Ross; two children, Brandon Ross (Jessica), Bradley Ross; nephew, Brian Ross; niece, Kasi Jelks and five grandchildren, Dylan, Blake, Ryan, Chloe and Hannah.

Funeral services with Military Honors will be held at 1:00P.M., Thursday, February 12, 2026 at Arkansas State Veteran's Cemetery in North Little Rock.

Arrangements by Cornwell Funeral Home and River Valley Cremations in Dardanelle. Online Guest Book and Condolences at www.cornwellfuneralhomes.com

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