Kenneth B. Grosse

Kenneth Bradley Grosse, passed away unexpectedly on September 29, 2017 at the age of 58 years. He was born August 31, 1959 at Euclid General Hospital in Euclid, OH and resided in Willoughby, OH. He moved to Parma, OH when he was three years old and grew up there in the home of his maternal grandparents, Erich and Elizabeth (Ruhle) Wagner. He is survived by his children Tina and Melissa, his step-children Steve and Scott, his twin grandsons Xander and Xavier, his brother Jon (Patricia) Grosse, his half-brother Michael Grosse, his half-sisters Lisa Grosse and Laura (Grosse) Lore and his many nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and grand-nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Norman and Ruth (Wagner) Grosse and his half-brother Marc Grosse.

Ken graduated from Parma Senior High School in 1977. He worked as a draftsman and a construction worker. He enjoyed hiking, fishing, traveling, watching movies and watching college football. He bowled in a couple of leagues and played golf. He drove across the country several times. He also enjoyed being a referee for several flag football leagues in the Cleveland area. He was an avid fan of the Cleveland Indians, Cleveland Browns and the Ohio State University football team. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He was a fan of Stephen King and owned and read all of his novels. He played bass guitar and was in a band during high school.

Ken will be honored in a small ceremony with family and friends at a later date. Burial will be at Holy Cross Cemetery in Brook Park, OH.