Barbara Jeri Gross

Barbara had a big influence In my life as a designer. She recognized genuine authenticity and I am privileged that she was probably the very first to recognize the value of my work so early on. I only wish right now that we could go out and have a boozy night drinking, eating and talking... I will miss her and want to close my eyes and bring her back.

I met Barbara in college, but lost track of her until we reconnected on Facebook a few years ago. After more than 50 years, I still recall her infectious laughter and welcoming smile. The world is a little colder without her.

Someone once described Barbara as always the biggest smile in the room. Pretty much sums up her vibrant personality

Here is the Great and Only Barbara Gross on the far right. As one of the Queens of the South, she always brought fun and talent to our yearly Trivia Contest. Hasta entonces Reina, Barbara.

Barbara (Babs) was one of my very best friends in High School, my college room mate at the University of Illinois and Bridesmaid at my wedding 54 years ago.
I regret that after she moved to Mexico we totally lost touch, but my memories of the wonderful, times we had together are still vivid in my memory.
Her laugh was contagious. A VERY fond memory that has always stayed with me was in College when she HAD to find a P.E. class that fit into her schedule.
As an ART major, P.E....

Barbara lived life to the fullest. She was always ready for new adventures! She brought joy, laughter and fun conversation to the table. She will be missed by so many. There will only ever be one Barbara Jeri Gross!

To my dear friend, Barbara, I wish you more joy and love forever. I was so happy to be your friend for some 20 plus years. Thank you for wonderful memories and great friendship. I am missing you each day. Lynn

Over 50 years ago I met Barb and became enamored with her ever-present wit, gregarious smile and her independent approach to life. Not many people have the ability to uniquely impact others over the course of a lifetime but she was truly one of those special people. She set herself on an independent course, never looked back and always made the future look brighter. I will miss her as a friend and will cherish the times we spent together

I met Barb line dancing here in Mexico. She was so full of stories that made me laugh. I will miss her.