Charles E. Gross

Charles E. Gross of Merrill, MI Charles E. Gross passed away peacefully at home on Sunday morning, following a long and happy life. He was a lifelong sportsman, enjoyed his career of welding & fabricating on the Mackinaw Bridge, and loved all outdoor activities. In addition to hunting & fishing, he enjoyed riding his quad, mowing grass, camping at the lakes, and the faithful companionship of his dog, Copper. He was welcomed into heaven by a host of family & dear friends, who include his first wife, Shirley, his parents Warren D. & Fern Gross, and his sister Nancy Wegner. He is survived by his beloved wife, Janice; two sons, Jim Gross & Ron Gross; two daughters, Julia (Mark) Oszust & Terry (Dan) Smerdon; three step-children, J.W. Grasley, Phyllis (Don) Wallen Jr., and Zach (Lori) Grasley; 12 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; a sister, Martha (Darrell) Stimpson; and a special uncle, Rex Burgess. He will be sadly missed by these and many other family members & friends. Please honor Charless memory by doing something kind for a loved one or stranger. Charles was a grateful person who delighted in thanking everyone for everything, always thanking the Lord, and doing small kindnesses for others as his way of spreading goodness & love. A funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 4, 2019 at Merrill Congregational Church, 245 S. Midland St. Merrill, MI. Rev. Richard Gossett will officiate with burial to follow at Lakefield Township Cemetery. Friends may visit with the family from 1:00 p.m. Saturday until the time of service. Memorial contributions may be made to the Merrill Congregational Church.

Funeral Home:
W. L. Case and Company Mackinaw Funeral Chapel
4480 Mackinaw Road
Saginaw, MI
US 48603