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Jonathan Gross, Sr.

Passed 11/10/2025

Obituary For Jonathan Gross, Sr.

Deacon Jonathan Gross, Sr. was born in Nashville, Tennessee. He was the oldest son of the late John Thomas Gross and the late Yvonne Satterfield Gross. He received his formal education and finished his education while he served in the US Army. He served his country faithfully and was honorably discharged.

Jonathan was married to Katherine M Gross, his childhood sweetheart from age 12 for 48 years, until her passing in February of 2021, to their union they were blessed with 3 children, Yolanda Elizabeth, Jonathan, Jr. and Jeremy Michael.

Jonathan was employed with the New Cumberland Army depot for 40 years until his retirement. Jonathan was an easy-going person, consistent and a loyal friend. He served others in any way he could be of help. He was a die-hard Pittsburgh Steelers fan and he prided himself on his loyalty to the team over the years, he loved playing cards and was known for his daily text of encouragement to those he knew.

Jonathan accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior and he served God faithfully. He was Ordained a Deacon by the Late Pastor Carl E Hines, Jr. in 1997, he served with Pastor Hines at Shiloh COGIC until 2007 and then continued his service as a Deacon under Superintendent William Hines, Sr. at the Upon This Rock COGIC until his passing. Jonathan served each ministry faithfully.

Jonathan was a family man, he loved his children and grandchildren. He was proud of them and enjoyed seeing them doing well, working hard and living independently.

On November 10, 2025, Deacon Jonathan Gross, Sr. transitioned from this earthly life into eternal life in the Helen M. Simpson Rehabilitation Hospital in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.

Jonathan leaves to celebrate his life and memory his children, Yolanda E. Gross, Jonathan Gross, Jr. (Yolanda) and Jeremy M. Gross (Taila), all of Harrisburg; his grandchildren, Whitney, Tony, Jr., Darien, Jonathan III, Deionne, Yvonne, Aneia and Ayden; his great-grandchildren, Nylah, Christopher, Serenity and Nazalya; his aunt, Mary Anderson of Nashville Tennessee; sister-in-law, Camilla Gross of Nashville Tennessee; nieces, nephews and cousins; his spouse of 6 months, Sherdena; extended family and friends and those of the household of faith.

His life will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 25, 2025 in the Sanctuary of Beulah Baptist Church, 100 Livingston Street, Steelton with viewing and visitation from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. and burial in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery.


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To Jonathan wife Mrs.Sherdena Gross : My pray for you is to help you remember the happy moments you shared, and may his memory bring you warmth and comfort rather than pain. Love you sending my love and condolences to you and the family .

Phyllis Franklin-Thomas

To my beautiful cousin Sherdena Gross, My heart goes out to you during this time of deep loss. I pray that God's love surrounds you and gives you strength, and that the precious memories you shared with your husband bring you peace and comfort. You and Jonathan were truly a God-given pair, and his spirit will continue to live on through the love you shared. I'm so very sorry for your loss. I love you, and I'm holding you close in prayer.

Dee Holmes

To my niece Sherdena Gross, I am so sorry for the loss of your husband. I thank God for the time he allowed our family to love Johnathan. We love you! Aunt Linda

Linda D Lewis

Sending Prayers to my Beautiful Friend Sherdena Gross

Victoria Pitts

We will see you again in paradise.. Thanks for the Steeler merchandise. Thanks for coming to Florida in my time of need. Job well done Uncle Jonathan.

Stephanie Franklin

To the Gross family, my heart πŸ’™ πŸ’œ was sadded to heart this news. I met Decon Jonathan Gross at Upon this Rock when church was on 6th St. When he introduced himself, it was with a confident & gentle spirit.He was a very calming, gentle spirit of a man. He walked & lead with confidence & grace. We would sit & talk in the lobby of Upon this rock before service would began & just laugh about how so very different our experiences were within the Military. Decon J. Gross was so calming with that sunshine of a smile always upon his face. Decon J. Gross will truly be missed. To the family, may you stretch out onto GODS unchanging hands & gain peace & strength as you transition through this time in your lives. Remaining in prayer.

Jackie Durden

We offer our sincere Condolence to the family of Deacon Jonathan Gross, his Church family, his extended family and all who loved him and will miss him dearly. He was a genuine brother beloved and we will miss him greatly. Absent from the body, present with The LORD. Elder & Mrs. C. G. Henderson

Elder & Mrs. G. G. Henderson

My deepest condolences goes out to the family of the late Johnathon Gross Sr. My heart ❀️ is crying out for u all. The first family I met coming to Harrisburg a family that could never be forgotten. I must say I love u all if there's anything I can do for u all I'm here. Love is within us all from day one. God got u all and will comfort u through it all. My prayers goes up and will always be here for ya. God Bless. Your friend your brother we r one yes children of God. To God be the Glory for the wonderful Love Happiness And Joy He allowed us to share. God Bless. πŸŽšοΈπŸŽšοΈπŸŽšοΈπŸŽšοΈπŸŽšοΈπŸŽšοΈπŸŽšοΈπŸ™πŸΏπŸ™πŸΏπŸ™πŸΏπŸ™πŸΏπŸ™πŸΏπŸ™πŸΏπŸ™πŸΏ

Elder David Williams.

I deeply sorry for your loss, my prayers and hugs for you and your family.

Nexa

I am sending my sincere condolences to the family of John Gross.πŸ™πŸΎπŸ™πŸΎ

Mr.& Mrs James Williams & Family

Bernice Williams

John was a very respectful, spiritual and caring too. John and I use to work together at DDSP. We had a lot of fun because he used to to make me laugh or I would make him laugh. John and I both were born under the sign of a Cancer the Crab. We used to tease each other about that(lol). I will truly miss his smiles and saying "Come over here and give me a hug".

Mr. & Mrs. James Williams & Family

Bernice Williams

Yolanda, My condolences to you and your entire family for your loss and I will keep you in my prayers πŸ™

Betty Daniels

I offer my deepest condolences to the family of Johnathan. I had the pleasure of working with John during my career at DOD in New Cumberland, PA. John always offered a smile and a lot of laughter throughout the workday. John enjoyed talking about his family and sharing short stories. I ran into John at Karns a few months ago, and he still offered that warm friendly smile, and was at peace as we spoke about the passing of his beautiful wife. John was a big bright light that will be missed by all who knew him.

BRENDA CAMMACK

Jonathan, Please accept my deepest sympathy for your family's loss. My your father Rest in Heavenly Peace and may Heavenly Peace shine upon you and your family. Rosalind M. (Roz) McLamb

Rosalind M.(Roz) McLamb

Sherdena I am saddened to hear of the passing your husband. You both are an example of true agape love. At our family gatherings you both were always so nice and you could see the adoration you had for each other. Sherdena I am here for you. You will always be family to us.

My condolences to you, his family and friends. Keeping everyone in my prayers. πŸ™πŸΎπŸ™πŸΎπŸ™πŸΎ

Rest In Heavenly Peace Mr. John. You are loved and will be missed by many.

Sadly submitted by Laurie Stroble and Family

Laurie Stroble

Sending up prayers & our sincere condolences πŸ™

David & Sheila

Sherdena and family I offer my condolences from the Slade family we all our praying for your strength and peace during this time of bereavement. πŸ™πŸ½

Paula S

Dear Sherdena, I am so very sorry to hear of Jonathan's passing. My heart grieves along with yours. I have fond memories of Jonathan, his big smile and warm hugs. I am glad that the two of you were able to find love and laughter and create lasting memories. I am praying for your strength as you begin to navigate life without your beloved husband. I am only a phone call away. Love always, Staci Rowland-Haggerty

Staci Rowland-Haggerty

To th Gross family l pray that God will keep you in his care as you go through these trying times. Weep not as one who has no hope. I'm going to remember Johnny as a little boy. When his parents would bring her and Bubba to Centerville and come visit me and John. I'm sending you the family my Love. "Weep not as those who have no hope " God loves you and so do l. God Bless each of you.

Frankye Ward

Prayers are definitely with the family. I've known him all of my life and he was a very good man as well as a man of humility. I am praying for each and everyone that this will affect. May God be with you.

Elder Fernandus Moffitt

femoffitt36@gmail.com

Rest easy Uncle Johnathan Love you, Your Big Country πŸ’™πŸ’™πŸ’™πŸ’™πŸ’™πŸ’™

Linda Williams

Sending heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one. May God continue to comfort all of you during this difficult time. Elder Michele Branch

Michele Branch

Johnny this is the name our Satterfield family gave you when you was a young boy. I will truly miss you was the oldest grandchild on the Satterfield side of the family. We loved you dearly you and your brothers was like brothers to me not nephews. Sending my condolences to your entire family l love you guys so much. Love Auntie Mary(PEACHES) Anderson

Mary Anderson

Dear Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Terry and LaVonna Gaines Franklin

Pastor Jonathan Gross jr, and the entire Gross family β€” My heart is with you all during this difficult time. I am so deeply sorry for the loss of your father β€” a man who was clearly loved beyond words. I know how much he meant to you, and I pray that God wraps each of you in His comfort, peace, and strength in the days ahead. May the beautiful memories you shared and the legacy he leaves behind continue to carry you, uplift you, and remind you of the great blessing his life was to everyone who knew him. Please know that we are praying for you and standing with you all. β€οΈπŸ™πŸ½

Steven and Kay Wright

My deepest condolences to the family thank you for allowing your kids to be my son's first babysitters. Thanks for allowing them to run from our apartment to your apartment we had great laughs and fun keeping the family in our prayer love always the Jackson family πŸ™β™₯️

josephine.jackson2650@gmail.com

To my cousin Sherdena, I extend to you my heart felt condolences. I'm so glad that I was able to meet your husband. I remember him coming to my birthday party out here in Indiana. A great time was had and then to see him again at your birthday celebration smiling as he watched your celebrate. I send you all my love.

Danita Morris

Sending my prayers and condolences to the family during this time of loss πŸ™πŸ½

miltonbrown40@gmail.com

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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