Paul H. Gross, 84, of North Syracuse passed away on Sunday at his home with his family by his side. He was born in Williamsport, PA and has lived in the Syracuse area for over sixty years. Paul graduated from Thomas A. Edison High School in Elizabeth, NJ where he studied Mechanical Drafting and Design. In 1946 he joined the US Navy where he toured the Atlantic, Mediterranean and Caribbean aboard the USS William Rush and the USS Willard Keith as a radar operator. After earning an Associate's Degree from the Eastern School of Musical Instrument Repair in Newark, NJ for a short time he had a repair shop on 48th Street in New York City. He then moved to Syracuse and began working at the Clark Music Co. while attending night classes at Syracuse University and playing in the Syracuse Marching Band. Soon after, Paul began a career in the heating and air conditioning industry which he pursued until retiring in 1993 with a masters warm air heating license. Paul worked at Galson & Galson, Edward Joy & Co., Sheet Metal Workers Local 58 and Balance Inc. of Burlington, VT. He was a communicant of St. John the Baptist Church and the Holy Name Society. The center of Paul's universe was his family. A sports enthusiast, Paul was a Yankee fan, golfed, bowled and enjoyed playing baseball. He was a member of the Mattydale American Legion Post 1832, Syracuse Turners, Inc, BPOE (Elks #31), ASHRAE, Associated Air Balance Council and Airplane Owners and Pilots Association. He is predeceased by his son John Gross in 1990.
Paul is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Madeline Renna Gross; son, David Gross of Orwell, VT; sister Elizabeth Rodgers of Florida; several nieces and nephews.
Funeral service will be held Thursday 8:30 a.m. at Farone & Son Funeral Home and 9 a.m. in St. John the Baptist Church. Burial will be in Assumption Cemetery. Calling hours will be Wednesday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home, 1500 Park St.
The family would like to thank the staff at St. Joseph's Hospital, Upstate and Hospice of CNY for the wonderful care given to Paul.
Condolences may be offered at www.faroneandson.com.
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January 13, 2013
Linda Coy
Madeline, My heartfelt condolences to you and David. Some of my earliest memories are of you ,Paul, David and John at the house on Carbon St. Shooting baskets with the boys in the driveway, you and Paul sitting on the porch in the evening watching all us kids run up and down the block. Paul taking pictures for us at my wedding on a very hot day in June. Paul was someone who could be counted on. He will be missed. You both were great god-parents. All of my love, Linda
December 5, 2012
Karl & Diana Beck
To Madeline & David,
Although our paths may seem distant, both of you, Paul, & John, will always be in our hearts. And though life is brief, we must hold onto & charish the memories of the loved ones that pass. I know both Paul & John are resting comfortably with Our Lord Jesus.
Our deepest condolences to all of those who loved & were loved by Paul.
November 16, 2012
Marie & Ron Post
Bette,
Our deepest sympathy to all of you.I know it has been very hard for you to lose your brother but he's in peace now.Please tell the rest of the family how sorry we are.Love Marie ,Ron Post & Family,Towanda,Pa.
November 16, 2012
Janann Sprancmanis
Madeline sorry to hear about Paul,he will be missed. My prayers go out to you and your family.
November 6, 2012
Trina Ruebsamen
Madeline, I am so sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Gary & Trina (Malara) Ruebsamen & Family
November 6, 2012
Thomas DePew
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
November 6, 2012
Theresa Csiga
Madeline and Family. I'm so sorry for your loss of Paul. Please know that you have been in my thoughts and prayers and may our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ give you peace and comfort in this difficult time. Lots of love.
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