Lois H Gross

Lois Gross, nee Henden, a beloved mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully on October 16, 2026, at the age of 92, after a courageous battle with cancer. Lois was born on May 11, 1934, in Cleveland, Ohio, to Goldie (Portman) Henden and Albert Henden, both Russia immigrants.

Lois is survived by her brother, Arnold Henden (Shelly) of Sun Lakes, Arizona; her three children, Dr. Michael (Pamela) Gross, of Johns Creek, Georgia, Steven Gross of Avon, Colorado, and Pamela (Robert) Kovitz of Lakewood Ranch, Florida; her grandchildren, Alexander (Victoria) Gross of Plano, Texas, Chad Kovitz of Lakewood, Ohio, and Jake Kovitz of Lakewood, Ohio.

Lois graduated from Cleveland Heights High School and attended The Ohio State University. She was predeceased by her husband Seymour Gross. The couple resided in Lyndhurst, Ohio where they raised their three children.

Well into her 70s, Lois worked in a medical office. She loved to socialize and truly treasured her friends and family.

She was a lifelong mahjong player, and played her final game just one week before her passing. Knitting and making jewelry were also true passions. She loved to make unique creations. Both mahjong and knitting helped keep her mind sharp well into her later years.

A graveside service will be held at Mayfield Cemetery, 2749 Mayfield Road, Cleveland Heights, Ohio. The service will be held on Friday, October 23, 2026 at 11AM.

All are welcome for a meal of condolence and visitation from 12:30 - 4:00 PM at Acacia on the Green 2202 Acacia Park Dr. in Lyndhurst, Ohio.

In lieu of flowers, those wishing to honor Lois’ memory may make a contribution to the Jewish Community Federation at: jewishcleveland.org/give/donate/

By Mail: Jewish Federation of Cleveland Jack, Joseph & Morton Mandel Building 25701 Science Park Dr. Cleveland, OH 44122 or the American Cancer Society P.O. Box 1981 Cleveland, Ohio 44106

1-800-227-2345.