Sherna Gross (née Richler)

Peacefully, in her 102nd year on Thursday July 30, 2026. Devoted and loving wife of the late Nat Gross for sixty-three wonderful years. Beloved mother and mother-in-law of Bonnie and Stephen Black, Steve Gross and Monique Douek, Gary and Naomi Gross, the late Wendy Gross.  Loving Bubby of Warren and Ester Gross; Adam Gross and Jennifer Schein; Brahm Mauer and Emilie Waxman, Shaun and Katie Gross; Lisa Black; Lauren Mauer and Jay Ehrlich. Great Bubby to Peyton, Brady, Drew, Myles, Mila, Chloe, Ethan and Amy. Sister and sister-in-law of the late Mickey and the late Betty Richler, and sister-in-law of the late Bernie and the late Naomi Gross, the late Gerry and the late Anne Gross.  She will be fondly remembered by all her nieces and nephews.

Sherna lived a wonderful and fulfilling life, enriched by countless happy memories and meaningful experiences. She devoted much of her life to writing music and was a dedicated member of ORT and the "Amici" friendship group for over 80 years. She also had a passion for making chocolates and, even into her late 90s, embraced new technology with enthusiasm, enjoying surfing the internet and remaining curious and engaged with the world around her.

She devoted much of her life to honouring the memory of her beloved daughter, Wendy, tirelessly canvassing for donations for the Cystic Fibrosis Research Foundation. In recognition of her unwavering dedication and tireless work on behalf of the cystic fibrosis community, she was honoured many times for her outstanding fundraising efforts.

Sherna will be remembered for her warmth, kindness, creativity, generosity, and unwavering dedication to her family, friends, and the causes she held close to her heart.

Heartfelt gratitude to her special caregivers, Maybel, Nanette, Karen and Salem for their exceptional care and devotion. Special thanks to the amazing staff of Vigi Mt. Royal.  She considered Vigi as her new home.

Graveside service on Monday August 3 at 2:00 pm at the Russian Polish Hebrew Cemetery, de la Savane. Donations in her memory may be made to the “Wendy Gross Memorial Fund”, C/O the Quebec Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 514) 877-6161, toll free: 1(800) 363-7711, or click here.