Obituaries 26 March 2024

Mary Gross

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Mary Gross, 76, passed away March 24, 2024.

She was born Feb. 5, 1948 in Brownsville, Texas. 

A beloved member of her community, Mary led a fulfilling life that centered around her work as a medical assistant at UC Medical Center and Highland District Hospital. In addition to her career, Mary dedicated her time to serving as a greeter at Good News Gathering, where she shared her warmth and compassion with everyone she met. Mary had a passion for bowling and often spent her weekends at the local lanes, enjoying friendly competition with friends and family.

Mary was known for her love of drawing, snacking on her favorite treats and sipping on a cold Diet Coke. She also had a deep commitment to her faith and was actively involved in the Ohio Mission Bible Training Center, where she found solace and community.

Mary will be remembered for her kind heart, unwavering faith and passion for helping others. Her presence will be deeply missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her. May she rest in peace.

Mary is survived by her loving children, Melissa and Ron Wilson of Miamisburg and William  “Bill” (Tammy Reed) Caldwell of Hillsboro; five grandchildren, Cheyenne (Brantly) Reffitt, Olivia Wilson, Ovid Wilson, Jaya Reed and Austin, with several other bonus grandchildren; three great-grandchildren, Brynlee, Easton and Avery Reffitt, lifelong friend, Maryanne deMilliano of Hillsboro; cat, Fluffy; dog, Brownie; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of friends. 

Mary was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Ruby (Lee) Caldwell; husband, Harold Gross, on Feb. 22, 2017; brother, Alex Caldwell; and sisters, Pat Story and Gladys Certain. 

Funeral services will be Friday, March 29, 2024 at 3 p.m. at the Good News Gathering. Friends may call Friday from 2 p.m. until time of services at Good News Gathering.

Thompson Funeral Home has the honor of serving the family.

Donations can be made to the Good News Gathering, Ohio Mission Bible Training Center or to the Highland County Humane Society. 

To sign Mary's online guestbook, please visit www.thompsonfuneralhomes.com, or to leave a like, comment or share, visit the Thompson Funeral Home and Cremation Care Facebook page.
 

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