Richard Gross
September 17, 1946 - September 22, 2020
Richard Gross, 74, of Traverse City, Michigan passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 22, 2020 at Munson Hospice House. Rich was born on September 17, 1946 in Detroit, Michigan to the late Joseph and June (Knope) Gross. He married Jane Arney on October 21, 2009 in Sutton’s Bay. Richard had been employed as a manager for Ford Motor Company, retiring after 36 years of service. He enjoyed cooking; his cabbage rolls were legendary. Rich could often be found in his workshop doing woodworking or in his garage restoring his classic cars. Rich is survived by his loving wife, Jane Arney, a son Michael (Julie) Gross, a step-son; Jordan (Molly) Acker and five grandchildren; Joseph Gross, Kaylee Gross, Louis Gross, Amanda Swank and Jadeyn Acker. Friends are welcome to visit with Rich’s family from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 29, 2020 at the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home, 305 Sixth St., Traverse City, Michigan 49684. Face coverings and social distancing will be required for this walk-through visitation. A funeral service honoring Richard will take place at 11:00 a.m., with visitation one-hour prior, on Wednesday, September 30, 2020 at the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home. Public Virtual Webcasting will take place at www.rjfh.tv. Burial will follow at Oakwood Cemetery. Pastor Tim Manzer will officiate. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider a memorial donation to The Father Fred Foundation, 826 Hastings St, Traverse City, MI 49686. Please feel free to share your thoughts and memories with Rich’s family at his tribute page at www.reynolds-jonkhoff.com. The family is being cared for by the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home and Cremation Services.
Richard Gross, 74, of Traverse City, Michigan passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 22, 2020 at Munson Hospice House. Rich was born on September 17, 1946 in Detroit, Michigan to the late Joseph and June (Knope) Gross. He married Jane... View Obituary & Service Information
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