Douglas Raymond Gross, 85, died on May 23, 2021. His education included a Bachelor's Degree in Education and a Master's Degree in Counseling from Western Michigan University, in addition to a Ph.D. in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin, Madison. Dr. Gross' professional work history included public school teaching and administration in Battle Creek, Michigan, and Kalamazoo, Michigan, and 29 years as a Professor of Counseling and Counseling Psychology at ASU. He chaired the ASU Counseling Department and ushered countless graduate students through their Doctorates and into their professions as psychologists, counselors, treatment professionals and beyond. He retired from ASU as Professor Emeritus of Education in 1997. Doug was an active member of ASURA.



Doug served as a co-author and co-editor for 25 editions of textbooks. His texts are translated widely into numerous languages and have served thousands of college students in the field throughout the world.



Doug and his wife, Lola (DeLong) Gross, Ph.D, held parallel careers in Education in Arizona. Upon their retirement in the late 1990's, they returned to Lola's hometown, Three Rivers, Michigan, where they were active and engaged in the community and served on numerous boards. After retirement, Doug was a consultant for Carondolet Management for 14 years, conducting workshops throughout 25 states in the area of Grief and Bereavement. Doug also  did extensive volunteer training and work with Three Rivers Hospice.

Douglas was preceded in death by his wife, Lola, and his four older brothers. He leaves his nieces, nephews and other relatives. Based upon his wishes, cremation has taken place and his ashes will be buried next to Lola. Doug preferred that no memorial service be held at this time. The Family will be in contact about future plans to celebrate Doug's life and the meaningful impact he has had on so many in his midst. Those wishing to make memorial donations may do so in his name to the Three Rivers Lions Club (420 Sixth Avenue, Three Rivers, MI 49093), the Three Rivers Hospice , Compassion and Choices or the St. Joseph County Michigan Animal Shelter (for Adoption and Care of Animals in their care) . (Source: Arizona Republic)