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Larry Raymond Gross

Date of Death: March 20, 2022

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Visitation
Amherst Chapel
1600 Amherst Street
Winchester, VA 22601
Sunday 4/3, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

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Service
Amherst Chapel
1600 Amherst Street
Winchester, VA 22601
Sunday 4/3, 2:00 pm

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Cemetery
Culpeper National Cemetery
501 East Chandler Street
Culpeper, VA 22701
Monday 4/4, 2:00 pm

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Memorial

Memorial contributions may be made to

Blue Ridge Hospice

333 W. Cork St, Suite 405

Winchester, VA 22601

 

CCAP

P.O. Box 2112

Winchester, VA 22604

 

Larry Raymond Gross, 81 of Cross Junction, VA passed away Sunday, March 20, 2022 at Winchester Medical Center.

Larry was born in 1940 in Centralia, IL the son of the late Edwin Wesner and Carolyn Matheny Gross. He was a graduate of the University of Illinois where he received his Doctorate Degree in Aeronautical Engineering. Larry served our country in the United States Air Force where he rose to the rank of Colonel. While in the Air Force, Larry received the following commendations; Defense Superior Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal with One Oak Leaf Cluster, Air Force Commendation Medal with one Oak Leaf Medal, Small Arms Expert Marksmanship Ribbon (Pistol), Air Force Longevity Service Ribbon with four Oak Leaf Clusters, National Defense Service Medal and the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award with two Oak Leaf Clusters. He was a member of Missouri Synod Lutheran Church and was a faithful and active servant of God. Larry was an alpaca farmer and civilian defense contractor and longtime classical guitar enthusiast and blue grass fan. He was a wine enthusiast, loved his dogs and always had time to listen and be supportive and helpful to those around him. Larry loved the beach, liked to have fun and his favorite food was bar-b-que.

He married Ann Kuhring on August 27, 1960 in Dieterich, IL.

Larry is survived by his wife, Ann; daughters, Julie Wisniewski (Roron) of Richmond, VA, Karen Spuck (Tim) of Shippenville, PA and Susan Mayer (Scott) of Tucson, AZ; grandchildren, Reed and Andrew Wisniewski, Sarah, David and Anna Mayer, Jordan and Jacob Spuck; sisters, Diane Earnest (Dewey) and Donna Connor.

He is preceded in death by his parents, step father, Frank Gross, grandson, Robert Jones, sisters, Darlene Gross, Susan Prince, Barbara Cross; brother, Robert Wesner and brother in law, Mike Connor.

A visitation will be held Sunday, April 3, 2022 at 1pm with a service following at 2pm held at Omps Funeral Home, Amherst Chapel. Interment will be the following day Monday, April 4, 2022 at 2pm in Culpeper National Cemetery. Officiating will be Pastor Bill Mann.

Memorial contributions may be sent in Larry’s name to; Blue Ridge Hospice, 333 W. Cork St, Suite 405, Winchester, VA 22601 or CCAP, P.O. Box 2112, Winchester, VA 22604.

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Visitation
Amherst Chapel
1600 Amherst Street
Winchester, VA 22601
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Sunday 4/3, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Service
Amherst Chapel
1600 Amherst Street
Winchester, VA 22601
Map
Sunday 4/3, 2:00 pm
Cemetery
Culpeper National Cemetery
501 East Chandler Street
Culpeper, VA 22701
Map
Monday 4/4, 2:00 pm
Memorial

Memorial contributions may be made to

Blue Ridge Hospice

333 W. Cork St, Suite 405

Winchester, VA 22601

 

CCAP

P.O. Box 2112

Winchester, VA 22604

 

Larry Raymond Gross, 81 of Cross Junction, VA passed away Sunday, March 20, 2022 at Winchester Medical Center. Larry was born in 1940 in Centralia, IL the son of the late Edwin Wesner and Carolyn Matheny Gross. He was a graduate of the University of Illinois where he received his Doctorate Degree in Aeronautical Engineering.Continue Reading

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Ani Berberian left a message on June 15, 2022:
Ann, I just learned today of Larry’s passing. Curt and I give you our deepest condolences. Larry’s life was a life well-lived. We were so lucky to have met the both of you, and also introduce us to the world of alpacas! You were such wonderful neighbors and friends to us when we first moved to Bittersweet. I will always remember Larry’s smile and cheerful demeanor. He was a man of many talents and a God-fearing man. May God bless his soul. Much peace and love to you. Ani and Curt Christensen.
Lynn Hunsaker left a message on April 2, 2022:
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Steve Peterson left a message on March 31, 2022:
I met Larry and Ann just a couple of years ago when I joined the Bible study with my wife Lisa. Larry was known and appreciated in our group for his biblical wisdom that he graciously shared and helped us all to grow a little in our faith. He was such a kind and gentle soul he will be deeply missed. I know he is with the Lord now as he has finished his race on Earth, but memories of this wonderful man will live on. I am praying for peace for Ann and family as you grieve this loss.
Kim Schone left a message on March 30, 2022:
Susan's work family would like to extend our condolences. Love, the Mission Management staff
Casey and Debbie Teske left a message on March 27, 2022:
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Gross family.
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Linda Rose left a message on March 24, 2022:
I had the pleasure of meeting Larry and Ann at their daughter, Karen’s home in Pennsylvania several years ago. Larry was gracious, warm, and full of life. No matter what our age, it is very difficult to lose our parents. I would like to extend my sympathies for the lose of your father, husband, and grandfather. Maybe he Rest In Peace.
Omps Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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