Ted is survived by his beloved wife, Janet Gross (nee Martin), his sons Josef William Gross and Adam Robert Gross, his stepson, John William Howe and three adored granddaughters, Alana, Marissa and Natalie.
Ted was born on January 28, 1960 in Heidelberg, Germany. He graduated with honors from University of Maryland with a degree in mechanical engineering. Over the course of his career, Ted received multiple honors and recognitions including recipient of the Armed Forces Institute of Pathology Director’s medal for engineering expertise, Department of Defense civilian medal for Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm and the Presidential Green Award for Performance at the VA.
Outside of work, Ted enjoyed nature, gardening, traveling with his wife, smoked meats and craft beer. Ted’s love of life, dedication to the pursuit of knowledge and unique sense of humor will be truly missed.
A visitation will be held at Rosedale Funeral Home on Tuesday January 21, 2020 from 5-7 pm. Funeral Services will be at Rosedale on Wednesday January 22, 2020 at 12:00 pm.
Condolences may be left at rosedalefuneral.com
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