Frances R. Gross Obituary (2007) - Overland Park, Kansas

Frances R. Gross, 84, of Overland Park, KS, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, April 4, 2007. Services will be 1:30pm Friday, April 6, in the Yukon Chapel at Mr. Carmel Cemetery, with burial to follow. Kindly omit flowers, family suggests contributions to Kansas City Hospice or the charity of one’s choice. Mrs. Gross worked with her husbands in several family owned businesses. She was a former member of Beth Shalom Synagogue and Kehilath Israel Synagogue. Mrs. Gross was born in Kansas City, MO and was a life long area resident. She was preceded in death by her 1st husband, Abe Bettinger, in 1957, her 2nd husband, Robert Gross, in 1992, her 2 brothers, Ben and Raymond Rittmaster and her 3 sisters, Shirley Moskowitz, Yetta Spiegel and Blanche Marks. Although she was the youngest of 6 siblings, she became the matriarch of her large family, designated hostess and trusted confidant. At the end of her life, her sense of humor reigned. For her family, she represents the end of her era. Mrs. Gross is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law: Bruce Bettinger, Kansas City, MO; Robert and Debra Bettinger, McLouth, KS; Richard Bettinger and his wife Sally Wells, Leawood, KS; Michael Bettinger, McLouth, KS; grandchildren: Leah, Cory and Wylie Bettinger and many nieces, nephews and friends. The family would like to give a special thanks to Dr. Tim Pasowicz, Dr. Mark Myron, the wonderful staff of Kansas City Hospice and her special caregivers, Bernise, Tiffany, Gwen and Suzzan.