Obituary of Carmen Milne Gross

GROSS: CARMEN MILNE "In quietness and confidence is my strength." Isaiah 30:16 Carmen Milne Gross of Auburn passed peacefully into his Lord's presence at the age of 87, on Saturday, February 20, 2016. Loving husband of Christena Cunningham for 57 years. Dear father and father-in-law of Steven and Shirley Gross of Blyth, David and Lois Gross of Ancaster, Barbara and Owen Steele of Wasaga Beach, Gary Gross of Auburn and Susan and Janos Botschner of Guelph. Lovingly remembered by grandchildren, Alyssa and Aadan Rigby, Aaron Gross, Logan and Ellen Steele, and Hansi, Atti and Anna Botschner. Predeceased by his parents William Gross and Ida (Regele), and brothers and sister-in-laws Clayton and Alexandra Gross, Harold and Bernie Gross, William Gross, Ronald Gross, and sister Elva Brown. Survived by brother and sisters-in-law Gordon & Bernice Gross, Marguerite Gross and brother-in-law John Brown. Also missed by many nieces, nephews, relatives and neighbours. Carmen was a quiet and gentle spirit, a devoted family man and skilled farmer. His clever mind and interest in trying his hand at just about anything resulted in many interesting inventions, projects, and fond memories. He always encouraged family to follow their own interests and pursuits and proudly celebrated their milestones and achievements. Visitation will be held at Falconer Funeral Homes in Clinton Chapel on Wed. February 24 from 7-9 p.m. and Thurs. February 25 beginning at 1 pm with service following at 2 pm. Spring Interment, Hope Chapel Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to the Canadian Bible Society or Heart and Stroke Foundation would be much appreciated. Messages of condolence for the Gross family may be sent through www.falconerfuneralhomes.com