Mr. Gross was born May, 24, 1931 and grew up in West Haven, CT. He joined the USAF on the GI Bill, and served in the Korean War. He studied geology, earning a BS from UCONN and a MS from the University of Montana. Richard worked as a research consultant at Industrial Rick Insurers in Hartford, CT.
Richard loved cruising around on his motorcycle and sailing on the lake in CT. Later in life, he enjoyed RC sailing and playing billiards with his friends at Heritage Pines. He dearly loved his morning walks and made many friends. Richard’s favorite hobby was being a friend and all who knew him said that he was a kind and nice man. He was one of the "Good Guys".
Richard enjoyed a full life and loved his family. He will now be with his daughter, Sherie who preceded him in death. Also, his sister and brother-in-law, Mary Louise and Robert are predeceased.
Survivors include his wife, Lorrie; sons, Grant Gross, Darryl Gross and his wife, Meredith; granddaughter, Ellen Gross; brother, Don Gross and his wife, Sally; and sister, Diane and her husband, Barry.
Private memorial services will be held at Brown-Wynne Funeral Home in Cary.
Online condolences may be made at www.BrownWynneCary.com
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