Ross was last seen on January 28, 2006 in Prospect, Kentucky. He left work and was last seen when purchased $8 worth of gasoline afterwards. He was last heard from when he spoke to a friend on the phone at 4:47 p.m. Three days after his disappearance, his white 2003 Chevrolet 2500 extended cab pickup truck, which has the words "Cardinal Professional Tree Service" lettered on it, was found in the 600 block of south 35th Street. His keys were on the front seat, the doors were open and there no indications of a struggle.

Ross owned his own successful business, Cardinal Professional Tree Service, in 2006. His family has since sold much of his tree-cutting equipment and vehicles. He is described as a very friendly individual who was well-known and well-liked in his neighborhood. He had several business appointments scheduled for after his disappearance and missed them, which is unlike his behavior. It is uncharacteristic of him to leave without warning and he had no medical conditions in 2006 which would cause him to wander away. His loved ones stated he was happy with his life at the time he went missing and had no personal problems. He has never been married, has no children and lived alone with his pet dogs in 2006, but he did have a girlfriend.

Ross is a graduate of Waggener High School, and started his tree business when he was in his early twenties. Although there is no evidence of foul play in his case, Ross's disappearance is considered suspicious. His case remains unsolved.