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Samuel Slade Gross III

1956 - 2017

Samuel Slade Gross III obituary, 1956-2017, Rancho Santa Fe, CA

BORN

1956

DIED

2017

Samuel Gross Obituary

Rancho Santa Fe He is now reunited with his beloved parents, Samuel and Maxine Gross, and his dear brother, Matthew.Sam was warm hearted, loyal, artistic, and had a fantastic sense of humor. He loved living the California lifestyle... beach, surfing, fishing and "cruising" the coast stopping at his favorite thrift stores, and antique shops along the way to stock up on art and treasures. Sam had a gift for remodeling homes, natural talent for garden design, and each had it's own unique stamp that was truly Sam. He was an animal lover (especially of cats), and was known to feed feral cats throughout the area. Sam was so handsome, had a great voice, beautiful smile and made friends wherever he went.He is survived by his wife, Monique; sisters, Katie (Jeff) Holcombe and Rosie Gross; and many cherished aunts, uncles and cousins.Memorial services to be held on December 9, 2017, at 11:00 am, at St. Mark Lutheran Church, 552 S. El Camino Real, Encinitas, CA 92024.In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Feral Cat Coalition of San Diego or CatAdoptionService.org. Please sign the guest book online at legacy.com/obituaries/ ranchosantafereview . Samuel Slade Gross, III March 22, 1956 - October 15, 2017

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Published by Carmel Valley News & Del Mar Times & Solana Beach Sun on Nov. 9, 2017.

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alexendra ashborn

December 1, 2018

I really needed a friend, God took you. This is worse than life in sorrow. Please, sisters survive.

Rand Hogen

September 6, 2018

Sam,

I am truly saddened by the discovery of your passing. I was talking to Jeff A in Bali and looked you up, hoping to see you doing well in some new business venture.

Instead, I found this.

I'm so very sorry you let your gf/wife - like the previous one - separate you from your real friends. We were like brothers at one point, but when you never returned my calls, I finally figured out Monique made you choose. Again.

I last saw you 15-odd years ago. We never again spoke in this life, but I'd always hoped one day you'd pick up the phone or drop by.

'Sad' doesn't even begin to describe how I feel.

Cheers, my brother. I knew you weren't allowed to talk to me, but you were often on my mind, in my stories to others, and will always be in my memories.

RH

Cheryl Goeb (Ruffner)

January 18, 2018

He who has gone, so we but cherish his memory, abides with us, more potent, more present than the living man.
Antoine De Saint
"If you surrender to the wind, you can ride it."
Toni Morrison

Erin

January 5, 2018

Sam was an amazing soul!

John Frazier

December 9, 2017

In loving memory of a great guy. Growing up on the Ranch, surfing at Swamis, Sam always made you feel like a brother... Calm,optimistic and upbeat he had a way of making your heart smile.. Love you and miss you always.

Janice Gronvold

December 8, 2017

I send heartfelt condolences to Rosie, Katie, Monique and Sam's extended family and circle of friends for the profound loss of dear Sam. I hope the memories of his wonderful spirit and love of life, his creative expression in art, gardening, collecting and building, his care of animals and the love and friendship he extended to those who knew him will bring comfort and gratitude in having known such a special person.

Sara Kintner Casares

December 3, 2017

May God's Loving Grace surround the Family

Sara Kintner Casares

December 3, 2017

Sending my deepest condolences and
Love to the Family: Monique, Katie, Rosie, Samuels dear friends who his life touched.
I pray God's Presence & Peace will surround you all, knowing that dear Samuel is with his Heavenly family & friends till he is reunited with all his family eternally.

In God's Grace & love.

Sara Kintner Casares

Mary and Chuck Kuechler

November 18, 2017

"Good night sweet prince, may flights of angels sing thee to they rest"

Suzanne Culver

November 17, 2017

I'm so saddened to hear this.You were such a great guy and as I was blessed enough to spend so much time at your family's home i have only wonderful memories of every single family member.RIP friend.my heart is broken for Katie and Rosie . Much love always and forever ♡♡♡

Brad Snyder

November 16, 2017

My friend Sam: the embodiment of The Dude in the Big Lebowski but with not a hint of negativity. You were the kindest man I have ever met. Always made me feel better about being alive and gave me such comfort in times of sadness. I will miss your laughter, your optimism, and your ability to live in the moment. As you always said at the end of every conversation: let's get together real soon.The Dude Abides!-Bradley❤

November 16, 2017

With my deepest sympathy on the loss of your dear loved one. May it comfort you to know that Samuell will return to the days of his youthful vigor as promised at Job 33:25.

Connie

November 13, 2017

May the God of comfort be with you at this time

November 12, 2017

My Dear brother Sam,
You were a wonderful brother... strong, loyal, protective and so much fun. It breaks my heart that you are gone. I love you so much and was so blessed to have you as my brother. Rosie

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St. Mark Lutheran Church

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