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Samuel Ray Gross was a former fashion model and actor. During his military career, he faithfully served his country as a deep-water search and rescue swimmer and diver for the United States Navy. After his honorable discharge, Sam earned his B.S. in Business Administration from the University of South Florida while continuing to pursue a career in the field of acting. Samuel was well on his way to earning his membership in the prestigious Screen Actors Guild when fate met with, then reversed the course of his fortune. At the age of 28, Sam was unexpectedly diagnosed with Ewing’s Sarcoma, an extremely rare pediatric cancer. Nearly four years later, on October 28, 2006, Samuel passed away from this non-discriminatory, unforgiving disease. Sam left behind his devoted wife, Carla, beloved father, Kenny, mother, Lenoir, sister, Kathleen, and a host of family and friends. We all miss you, Sam, and know, without a doubt, you made it to "the other side." |
