Eugene R. Ross

1941 - 2025

Ross, Eugene R.

July 18, 1941 - October 14, 2025

Eugene R. Ross, 84, of Maryville, IL, born July 18, 1941, in ESL, IL, died on October 14, 2025, in St. Louis, MO.

Gene retired from the STL Cardinals as a mechanic after 23 years. Even after retirement, he still enjoyed working on and building custom cars. Gene won many awards over the years at the car shows he and Shirley attended. He was a lifetime member of the Lakers Car Club and one of the original members of the Piston Pushers Club, joining in 1958. Gene had many cars over the years but took pride in his 1936 Chevy and his 1937 Ford Cabriolet, which was built for his wife Shirley. In his younger years, Gene enjoyed hunting and spending time outdoors. He also loved spending time with friends and family, playing cards and feeding his many raccoons. Gene will be sorely missed by family members and friends, including his cat, Margaret. He was loved by all.

Condolences may be expressed online at www.kasslyfuneral.com.

Visitation will be held from 4 pm to 8 pm on October 24, 2025 at Kassly Mortuary, Fairview Heights, IL. Funeral Service will be held at 12:30 pm on October 25, 2025, at Kassly Mortuary, Fairview Heights, IL.