Winfield Ross was born on November 8th, 1921 to Winfield and Fay Ross on the family farm in Schuyler County, Illinois. After graduating from Rushville High School at the age of 16, he began his lifetime career with Production Credit Association, eventually becoming an Association President. On March 14, 1942, 73 years ago today, he married Lillian Fuqua. Following their marriage they were relocated to Albany, Missouri. Winfield is survived by: two children Connie Ross Lowry and Thomas Eric Ross, son-in-law William Lowry, and daughter-in-law Beverly Ross, three grandchildren, Carrie Ross, Katherine Lowry Schwab and husband Jeffrey and Elizabeth Lowry Cottle and husband Russell seven great grandchildren, Ansley, Bennett and Emerson Schwab and Jane, Ellen, Clara and William Cottle a niece, Joyce Potts and two nephews Jack Thompson and Jeffry Thompson. He was preceded in death by: His parents, Winfield and Fay Ross Two sisters, Rosalee Thompson and Marjorie Lebkuecher His wife, Lillian Twin daughters, Susan and Sarah Ross A grandson, Eric Winfield Ross And a great grandson, Joshua Paul Schwab. Winfield was a lifelong learner and had many interests and hobbies. At a very young age he taught himself how to play the piano, eventually becoming an accomplished pianist and organist. He served the Albany Christian Church as organist for 36 years. He also served as a board member of the church, a Sunday school teacher and conducted bible studies. He was an active member of the community serving as: Rotary club President Albany R-III School Board President Boy Scouts of America Leader Carnegie Library Board member and Masonic Lodge member. After retiring from PCA he moved to St. Louis to be near family. At this time, he began to travel extensively. Some of his trips included visits to: The Holy Lands Various European countries Russia India China Africa Mexico Central America South America And various places in the United States He derived much pleasure from music, reading, gardening, walking, playing bridge, spending time with friends, but mostly being with family. Eleven years ago he moved to Meramec Bluffs where he lived until the time of his death. He was a loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend and he will be missed by many.