Robert “Bob” C. Gross, 85, passed away on Thursday, April 27, 2023 at Pilgrim Manor Nursing Home, Plymouth, Indiana.
Born on December 23, 1937 in Plymouth, Indiana he was the son of Charles O. and Cleo M. (Pike) Gross. He attended Plymouth High School graduating with the class of 1956, where he excelled at football and was a member of the first team ever to go undefeated.
Shortly after graduating from high school Bob married Nancy Boggs of Plymouth, Indiana. The marriage unexpectedly ended in divorce and on December 11, 1971, he married Alice Davidson from Bourbon, Indiana. She preceded him in death on March 12, 2015. Shortly thereafter Bob hit the jackpot when he married Bobbie Anderson of Plymouth, Indiana, at Pretty Lake United Methodist Church on August 7, 2016. She proved to be his most beloved, devoted companion during his final years of life.
Bob worked for The Ridge Company, aka, Ridge Auto Parts in Plymouth for over 40 years and was a dedicated store manager for many of those years. He was known as a soft-spoken kind of guy and yet keenly competitive. His competitive nature was especially evident when it came to playing dominoes with his sister, cards with family, golf, and even when fishing in Canada with family and friends. Bob also found great enjoyment in hunting deer and waterfowl, taking care of his property in the pines, visiting national parks in the Western U.S., watching car racing, and hunting for the elusive morel mushroom.
Without a doubt Bob was also a family man who supported his children through thick and thin and stood behind them throughout many of their life endeavors. His generous heart and dedication to others will most certainly be missed by all those who knew him best.
He is survived by his wife Bobbie of Plymouth, sister Virginia Johnston of Mishawaka, IN, children: Donald E. Gross of San Diego, CA; Gregory C. Gross of San Francisco, CA; Laurie L. Allen of Durkee, OR; Jennifer J. (Dave) Hull of Mentone, IN; Melanie (Tom) VanDyck of Ft. Wayne, IN; Andrea (Jeff) Anderson-Lightfoot of Indianapolis, IN; 14 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren.
Bob is preceded in death by his parents, spouse Nancy Berry (Boggs), spouse Alice Gross, and daughter Melissa Patrick.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 4, 2023 from 11-1 pm at Pretty Lake Trinity United Methodist Church, 8985 State Rd 17, Plymouth, IN 46563. Funeral services will immediately follow with Pastor Tami Boggs officiating.
Burial will take place in the Burr Oak Cemetery, Culver, Indiana.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Pretty Lake Trinity United Methodist Church; Center for Hospice Care, 501 Comfort Pl., Mishawaka, IN 46545, or to the choice of the donor.
Thom & Connie Kleckner says
Bobbi and family,
You are in our prayer and thoughts today.
Beverly Towle says
Bob was a wonderful person, a classmate and friend. Always friendly and kind to everyone and a hard working person.
Jan Fitterling says
Bobbie, You are in our thoughts & prayers at this most difficult time. Bob was a special member of our church family. May God’s love surround you. Love, Mike & Jan
Shirley Gidley says
Dear Bobbie and all of the family
So sorry about Bob’s passing.
My thought and prayers are with all of you.
God Bless!
Linda Schaller says
Bobbie,
So sorry for your loss.
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Linda and Ben Schaller Family
Ron Bollman says
Bobbie and Family –
Bob was always a very kind and generous man, and a pleasure to have known. Know that my prayers for peace be with each of you at this time.
Ron Bollman
Anderson, IN
Loren Lovejoy says
My thoughts are with all the family and friends who have lost this good man. All my love…
Robyn Hammonds says
Bobbi …..is so sad to see this. Prayers for you thru this tender time!!
Karen Odom says
Our love and prayers are with you, Bobbie. Bob will truly be missed at Pretty Lake Trinity UMC.
Greg & Karen Odom
Mike, Trish, Tim, Teddy, Benny Lovejoy says
Our condolences Laurie. We’ll give you a big hug next time we meet up.
Fred Webster says
I played a lot of golf with Bob years ago…he was always a good guy and a gentleman…I will have great memories of Bob… My condolences to his family and other friends
Beverly Dalton says
Bobbie, thinking of you and family with heartfelt sympathy. Am so happy you could share his life these past years!
Ed & Linda Langfeldt says
A great man!! Our prayers are with you!!
Valna Stettler says
Bobbie & family,
So sorry for your loss. Bob was always so kind and helpful. I will miss seeing his smile at church. You and your family will be in our prayers at this difficult time.
Norm & Valna Stettler
Shirley Gidley says
To Bobbie and all of the children and extended family
Thinking of you all and send my prayers for acceptance of this terrifically difficult time.
No words really take it all away but knowing that someone cares does help to ease the pain.
God Bless!
John Grolich says
Bobbie, Dee and I are so sorry for you loss of Bob. Bob was always such a super great guy, he will be missed by many!!🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️
Karen Awald says
Bobbie, So sorry to hear of Bob’s passing, my thoughts and prayers are with you, take care and peace be with you.
Judy Newberg says
Bobbie,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Sending my thoughts and prayers to you at this difficult time.
Love,
Judy