of Independence Township, passed away on August 14, 2016 at the age of 68. Beloved husband of Nancy Gross. Loving father of Michael (Viviana) Gross and Melody (Tom) Groves. Proud grandfather of Michael, Sofia, Samantha, and Elijah. Dear brother of Karl Gross, Evie Gross, and Ronnie Gross. Leon proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He also enjoyed golfing and was an active member of the Local 614 Teamsters for many years.