Kathy Louise Garrick Gross, 74, of Midway Park, NC passed away at her home Tuesday, February 10, 2026.

A funeral for Kathy will be held 2:00 pm on Tuesday, February 17th at Trinity Methodist Church in Jacksonville, where she was a life-long member. The burial and graveside will take place at 10:00 am on Wednesday, February 18th at the Coastal Carolina State Veterans Cemetery.

Kathy was a graduate of Jacksonville High School and North Carolina Wesleyan College. She spent her career as an elementary school teacher with Onslow County Public Schools. She was an avid gardener as well as an active member of the quilting guild. She was a life-long animal lover, rescuing and caring for many dogs and cats.

Kathy was preceded in death by her husband of nearly 30 years, Thomas Gross; daughter, Louise Gross; parents, Martha and Grier Garrick; siblings, Susan Motes and Grier Garrick III. She is survived by her daughter, Heather Wilshire (Jason); grandson, Jameson; Sister, Bettie Francis (Gilbert); and nieces, Grace Francis and Rachel Garrick.

You may send condolences to Bettie Francis, 2624 Timber Dr. #147, Garner NC 27529. Electronic condolences may be left for the family at www.jonesfh.org

In lieu of flowers the family asks that contributions be made to Adoption First Animal Rescue, 114 Enterprise St., Jacksonville NC 28546. Electronic contributions can be made at https://www.facebook.com/adoptionfirstanimalrescue