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Sheldon Gross Obituary
February 12, 1930 - January 26, 2015
Sheldon (Shelly) Gross, M.D. (84) and Doris (Dodie) Harriet Taub-Gross (77), his wife of 60 years, died within 12 hours of each other on January 26th and 27th (respectively) in adjoining hospital rooms at Peninsula Hospital in Burlingame, California. They are survived by their two children, Laurie S. Gross (58), David B. Gross (56), Dr. Gross' brother, Stanley Gross, of Long Island, New York, and Mrs. Taub-Gross' sister, Muriel Glantzman, of Manhattan, New York.Dr. Sheldon Gross was born on February 12, 1930 in Brooklyn, NY. He obtained his BA from the University of Wisconsin in 1951 and received his MD from University of Chicago Medical School in 1955. He completed his pediatric residency at Mt. Sinai Hospital, while training as an officer for the Air Force. Once his air force training was complete, Shelly was stationed at Fairchild Air Force Base in Spokane, Washington where he served as chief of pediatrics from 1958 to 1960. He was subsequently awarded a fellowship in pediatric cardiology at Harvard Medical School, where he also served as a clinical faculty member. He moved his young family to San Francisco in December 1961, where he went on to establish a prominent pediatric practice, which included being Head of Pediatrics at both Mt. Zion and Mary's Help hospitals in the 1960s and 1970s.
Dr. Gross was a devoted clinician, a master teacher and a medical innovator. A child of the Great Depression, those in need were always foremost in his mind. Shelly spent his life helping others. Whether he was seeing patients in a clinic or his office, advocating for the abused by testifying before state agencies to pass new laws protecting children, or creating a viable healthcare system for at-risk children and families, his priority was always to aid others - particularly those who had difficulty helping themselves. Sheldon Gross, M.D., leaves behind him a legacy of hundreds of doctors he helped train and educate as well as thousands of patients who loved and respected him enough to bring him their own children (and even grandchildren). He will be missed by many.
A memorial celebrating the lives of Shelly and Dodie will be held for family and friends at Green Hills Country Club this Sunday, March 1, 2015. Inquiries should be directed to Laurie Gross at [email protected]. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions to Samaritan House (http://samaritanhousesanmateo.org/) or Heifer International® (http://www.heifer.org/) be made.
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Memories and Condolences
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Kathy Gross
April 17, 2023
I remember Dr. Gross telling me he would make a House Call if one my sons needed medical care. He was the only doctor to tell me that.
Y AS
November 9, 2020
Shelly and Dodie were family. During there last months on this earth they lived with us. Dodie loved spending time with my dad, she always said he was a silly man and laugh. Shelly would would alway sit in the kitchen and always tell me, “don’t work to hard young lady!” When I would leave to go to work. I was 20 at the time they passed away. So thankful for both of them, there presence is always missed in our household. Dodie’s laugh and Shelly walking in on my sister and I dancing and singing in the kitchen. Luis misses you both so much.
Dina Feinberg-Fitch
February 27, 2015
Heaven received 2 angels in January 2015.
I am 52 years young. I have known both Dr. Gross and Dodie for almost my entire life.
Growing up, my sister and I started with Dr Berman and Dr. Gross. When we moved to the peninsula, we continued to see Dr. Gross. My sister was quite ill as an infant and child. Dr. Gross and his staff were always so wonderful attentive, caring and devoted to their patients. When I had my daughter 32 years ago, of course there was no question as to which pediatrician she would see! At 16 months old, she came down with bacterial spinal meningitis. If it weren't for Dr. Gross and Dr. Zaglin she would not be with me today. I can remember Dr. Gross literally running up the connector ramp between the Daly City medical offices and Mary's Help Hospital (now today, Seton Medical Center) with my daughter in his arms. I had no idea what was wrong at the time, but knew how serious it must be if we were running. I am forever grateful to Dr. Gross for his dedication, knowledge, instincts and devotion to his patients.
Dodie was one of the most kind, wonderful and compassionate women I have ever met. Always full of life! She would greet the patients with a smile and a big hello. I remember when I was told she was retiring, I felt a sense of loss although I continued to see her in the office or I would run in to her on occasion at the store. After so many years, she always remembered my family and I. When I would see Dodie, she never failed to ask how my family was doing, remembering all by name - my grandparents included! Prior to my mother's passing many years ago from ALS, Dodie always asked about her and I truly believe Dodie cared. My heart grieves for her children as I can only imagine the loss they must be feeling.
I pray all will find peace and comfort in their memories of Dr. Gross and his beautiful wife Dodie. May God Bless their family and all the many people they touched. I pray God will bring a sense of healing through the many heartfelt memories and messages that are being shared.
Alan Marques
February 27, 2015
Dr. Gross was my pediatrician growing up and a huge influence on my life. One very vivid memory I have is that I became rather ill (pericarditis) when I was a young child and spent nearly a month in the hospital. After leaving I relapsed and had to go back to the hospital. I remember sobbing uncontrollably, upset and scared when Dr. Gross got down on his knees to eye level with me, put both hands on my shoulders and told me he loved me, and that he was going to do everything he could for me. That calmed me down and I never had a fearful moment again as I made a full recovery. He's always been the man I measured everyone in the medical professional too and I'm very grateful he was my doctor. Thank you Dr. Gross
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February 26, 2015
A wonderful, kind doctor. My two children (now 45 and 42) grew up with him. Always patient and understanding. So saddened by his passing. Gail & Bob Griffin
February 26, 2015
I remember Dr. Gross from my days with Bay Area Pediatrics - he used to treat us with the best bagels!
Lynn Faina, Woodland CA
February 26, 2015
Will always remember my physician friend and mentor Shelly. So many shared memories as a new young physician in Daly City. Larry Krames, MD
Lorelle ellis
February 26, 2015
My name is Lorelle Ellis & Sheldon worked with my dad, Samuel Cohn, at 2211 Post St. For years. I remember those days & how kind & sweet he was. I am so sorry you lost mom & dad at the same time. I believe they will be together forever. May peace be with you.
Ruth Mordokowicz Chavez
February 26, 2015
Dr. Gross was my favorite and only physician growing up. He was kind and caring. Sending our condolences from the Mordokowicz Family of Daly City.
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