Russell J. Gross Obituary
The passing of Russell J. Gross in Olean, New York leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on April 13, 2026 at the age of 80. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Russell J. Gross to show support.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Clyde A. Gross and Elva V. Gross (Randolph); his wife Deborah A. Wilson; his children, Tammy Gross of Canandaigua, Michelle Marcus (Bob) of Rochester, Todd Keesler (Heather) of Cuba, Terri Keesler (Annette Caster) of Cuba, Danielle Keesler of Cuba and Brian Worthington (Theresa) of Farmersville Station; his brothers, David L. Gross (Christine) of Florida, Daniel B. Gross of Cuba and Randy D. Gross (Debbie) of Queensbury; and his siblings-in-law, Donald Taylor of Kansas City, Kansas, Donna Gross of Avoca, Terry Wilson of Bolivar and Patty Wilson of Connecticut. He was also cherished by 15 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren.
A dedicated member of the horse-pulling community, Russ was honored just last summer for his years of involvement and his many contributions to the Black Creek Father's Day horse pull.
