Gross, John J. "Jack" Age 74. CVS High School graduate. Longtime Crete resident. Retired Manager for Mid-Seven Trucking Company/Lynwood Terminal. Former Contractor and Owner of J & J Construction. Husband of Annette Andretich (nee Menconi) and the late Kathleen "Kitty" (nee Tanzabel); father of Lynn (late Hopeton) Brown, Denise Gross and Jacqueline (Jonathan) Florczak; grandfather of Noah and Makeda Duncan, William and Benjamin Florczak; brother of Marlene (Ted) Schlueter; beloved uncle of many; stepfather of Paula (Christopher) Davis, Larry (Lauren) and Stephen (Tracy) Andretich; step-grandfather of Zachary, Hannah, Sophie, Tommy, Emma, Morgan, Brooke, Reese, Ali, J.J. and Johnny; loyal friend of many. Resting at Panozzo Bros. Funeral Home, 530 W. 14th St. (U.S. Rt. 30, 3 blks E. of Western Ave.), Chicago Heights on Thursday, January 30th from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Funeral Friday 10:15 a.m. to St. Liborius Church, 35th St. and Halsted Blvd., Steger. Mass 11:00 a.m. Future inurnment of ashes Assumption Cemetery, Glenwood. Memorials in Jack's name to the charity of your choice would be appreciated by his family. For further service information please call 708-481-9230.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 28, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for John Gross

12 Entries

Tony Martorano

January 22, 2025

I always think of the good times we had at National Tea. Always smiling. Tony Martorano

Neisie

January 22, 2024

A decade has passed without your friendship. Each day, your presence surrounds us, still. From your scratchy white robe to the Mid 7 caps, you are still THE gift that keeps on giving. The male and female cardinals, nesting in the lilacs, remind us of your continued care. We miss you dad, Bapa.

Denise Gross

January 25, 2023

Thank you daddy, for still being there for me. I miss you and mom daily.

Anthony Martorano

January 30, 2014

JJ Mc Goose You will always be remembered as a loyal friend and a great guy. We had a lot of good times together. I love dear friend.
Tony Martorano [ tony feronie]

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Joanne Regan

January 29, 2014

Words can't express the sadness. To be in the presence of Jacky Jack one always felt so loved. having the opportunity to be on of his other daughters made me feel so special. I always received a great smile and smart response from such a special guy. He will be missed. Our hearts are broken.

January 28, 2014

Daddy, you were the most honorable, loving and giving Father a child could have. You taught us to value family and to work hard. I lived my life so proud of you.I know your light shines on us to guide and continue your teachings. I love you Daddy Jack and know you are at rest, exulted to the heavens with Kitty, Boppie and Gurnie.

January 28, 2014

God knows the pain that you're feeling and he will make your load light soon. Take comfort from the scripture at (Numbers 6:24,25,26) Sorry for your loss.

January 28, 2014

jack, you were the best hunter i ever knew, you taught me to drive the semi back in the 60s you taught me how to laugh at life, we will meet again,and we will laugh again..DAVE MAHN
THE BACARUDA

January 28, 2014

I loved Jack for many reasons, he always made me feel at home and he always was in a good mood! He is the father of my best friend Jackie, and he and Kitty showed me what a loving family was really like and set great examples of how I will try raise my children. Generous and loving and lets face it... who else could get me to go camping and enjoy it? Love Always, Tracy Swayne-Koco ps. My condolences to the family and Annette, my heart is breaking for you.

January 28, 2014

To the family you have my deepest sympathy, but may you have comfort in knowing God will help you endure during this difficult time 1 Cor. 10:13

William Borowski

January 28, 2014

Jack, I only knew you for a short time, but in that time I felt you were a wonderful person and loved life. Peace be with you. You will be missed by all that knew you!

Victor Lentini

January 28, 2014

We Love You Jack!! Thank you for the trio of gifts, Lynn, Denise and Jackie. Say hello to all our friends up there. We'll see you on the other side. xo Victor

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