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Larry Gross Obituary
BRUNSWICK -- Larry Gross, 59, of Ward Circle, died suddenly Monday, May 8, 2006, at Mid Coast Medical Center.
He was born Lawrence Everett Gross, Jr. in Ellsworth on Nov. 7, 1946, a son of Lawrence Everett, Sr. and Helen Rogers Gross. Larry graduated from Ellsworth High School in 1965 and then from the Maine State Police Academy in 1968. He married Julie Neuts in Bowdoin on July 23, 1987.
He was a member of the Maine State Police for 24 years. He retired in 1992 as Lieutenant in charge of the Internal Affairs Division after spending the earlier part of his career in the Criminal Investigation Division. Most recently he served as the Executive Director of both the Maine State Troopers Association (MSTA) and Maine Association of Police (MAP) and as a consultant for the Maine State Law Enforcement Association (MSLEA).
Larry was a member of the Horeb Lodge #93. He enjoyed golf and spending time with his sons and granddaughters. His family and friends will fondly remember his unique sense of humor.
He is survived by his wife, Julie of Brunswick; his mother, Helen Gross of Brunswick; two sons, Lonny Gross of Bangor, John Gross and his wife Anne Dionne-Gross and two granddaughters, Caroline and Rachel Gross of Gorham; and a brother, Alfred Chamberlain of Westfield, Mass.
He was predeceased by his father, Lawrence in 1992.
Friends may visit 6-8 p.m., Thursday, May 11, at the Brackett Funeral Home, 29 Federal Street, Brunswick. A memorial service will follow at 11 a.m. Friday, May 12, at the funeral home with the Reverend Ronald McLaughlin officiating. A graveside committal service will be follow in Woodbine Cemetery, Ellsworth at approximately 3:30 p.m.
Memorial contributions can be made to the:
Maine State Trooper Association Scholarship Fund
28 Meadow Road
Augusta, Maine 04330.
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Memories and Condolences
for Larry Gross
Kristene Miller
May 11, 2006
Julie, Although no words of sympathy can ease your loss, may you find some comfort in the thought that others care. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Darlene Huff Jeffers
May 11, 2006
Dear John, Lonny, and the Gross family,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. Growing up to all of you in Brookhaven has left me some childhood memories of your Dad. Most of those memories include my brothers tom and Sam. It didn't surprise me at all when Sam became a police officer. He really looked up to your Dad and I know he was an inspiration to him. John, I hope you have some peace knowing that your Dad and my brother are in Heaven sharing some laughs while they watch over all of us. To all of you, I will pray that soon your memories won't be filled with sadness, but that they will be filled with happiness. Again, my thoughts and deepest sympathy for your loss. Sincerely, Darlene Huff Jeffers
Jeff McCall
May 11, 2006
Julie, I was so sorry to hear of your tragic loss. Words are not very effective at times like this. I hope you are doing as well as can be expected and wish you comfort in your time of grief.
Thomas Reardon
May 11, 2006
The sudden departher from Larry, as a college, with the Maine State Police.
My heartfelt sympathy and prayers with Larry's family.
Lt. Thomas Reardon, MSP - retired
Lowell & Michelle Smith
May 11, 2006
Thinking of you during this difficult time.
Jane Domings
May 11, 2006
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Shanon & Scott Logan
May 10, 2006
Oour thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Michael Povich
May 10, 2006
I am devastated to learn of Larry's death. I have known Larry his entire life---from his prowess as a member of the Gulls Little League team through his adventures at Ellsworth High School and his distinguished career with the Maine State Police.
Linda Craig
May 10, 2006
Julie,
My heartfelt prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time. God Bless you and your family.
Mark Damren
May 10, 2006
To the entire Gross family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time.
Leigh Quinn
May 10, 2006
Julie, John and Anne
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Lee Murphy
May 10, 2006
Our heartfelt sympathy and condolences during your time of grief.
Donna Euwart
May 10, 2006
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Mary Anne Conley-Baker
May 10, 2006
Julie, So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you.
Betty Fortin
May 10, 2006
Julie,
My deepest sympathy to you and the family. Your are in my thoughts and prayers.
Lisa Dolan
May 10, 2006
Thinking of you during this difficult time!
Julie Webster
May 10, 2006
Julie, John and family:
I am so sorry to hear about Larry. I know you will all miss him so much. He was one of a kind.
May the good memories comfort you in your time of grief.
Thinking of you, Julie Webster
Skid Savage
May 10, 2006
Larry was a great friend who I will miss greatly. He helped all of us in the law enforcement community and we all had the greatest respect for him. God bless you my friend.
Timothy Culbert
May 10, 2006
Dear Julie and family,
I am so sad to hear of your loss. Larry was such a wonderful person and he never stopped helping people. I will never forget Larry and that big smile he always wore.
I appreciated his confidence, friendship and loyality to his lifes work.
He will be missed by many, many people. He has a place in heaven, he earned it, and he deserved it.
Julie, if you or your family need anything please feel free to call. I wish you all peace in this tough time.
Always to be remembered, and never forgotten...
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