GARY CHARLES GROSE

Gary Charles Grose of Gardner, KS and longtime summer resident of Estes Park, CO died peacefully in his cabin in Estes Park on Friday, July 10th 2020 surrounded by love ones. Gary was born on October 25, 1935 in Dodge City, KS to Doral and Nina Grose. He was a member of Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity and a graduate in 1959 of the University of Kansas. He worked for 37 years for JC Penny CO as an Asst Buyer, Buyer and Manager. He was an avid Kiwanis member for 35 years, and was also an enthusiastic barbershop singer. Gary married Jill Runnells Grose on June 14, 1969 in Kansas City. They have three wonderful children Steve (Nicki), Dave (Bridget) and Heather and two grandchildren Brennan and Lexi. They just celebrated their 51st anniversary two weeks before his death. Gary is survived by his beautiful wife, their loving children and grandchildren, who all reside close to home in Gardner, KS, his sister Judy Masters (Dick) of Dodge City, KS and numerous nieces and nephews. He was loved and he will truly be missed.