Norman Ewing Gross
Obituary
Norman Ewing Gross, a hard-working, big-hearted, gentle man, who was well-loved by many, died of heart failure on Monday, May 22nd, in Watsonville.
Norm was born and grew up in Southern California and was a huge Dodgers fan. He loved his independence and with support, was able to live independently for much of his life. Norm worked most of his life as a laborer including at Goodwill in Oakland, Santa Cruz sheltered workshops and at the Santa Cruz County Buena Vista Landfill.
Among many others, Norm is dearly missed by his sister, Karen Asherah of Felton, and his very dear friend whom he considered his brother, Sean Coyne of Aptos. Norman's mother, Lee Nunn-Grochowik, who spent many tireless years advocating for Norm, died in 1983.
A private Celebration of Life will be scheduled later for close family and friends.
In remembrance of Norman's life, charitable donations may be made to three non-profit organizations that were enormously helpful to Norm during his lifetime:
San Andreas Regional Center, 1110 Main St., Watsonville, 95076
Beacon Independent Living Services, POB 3621, Santa Cruz, 95063
Santa Cruz Hope Services, 220 Lincoln St, Santa Cruz, 95060
Published in The Pajaronian · June 15, 2023