It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of JorJeana Annette Gross-age 56 of Mascot, formerly Maynardville, on Friday, March 14, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on August 25, 1968, JorJeana was a member of Horace Maynard High School Class of 1986 who has shown their love and support throughout her illness and passing. She went on to become the first member of her family to attend the University of Tennessee, where she graduated in 1991.

JorJeana was a beloved friend, sister, aunt, and member of her community, known for her
unwavering faith, kind heart, and vibrant spirit. Throughout her life, she embodied determination,
kindness, and a commitment to excellence. She was a true friend to all who knew her. JorJeana
enjoyed the simple things in life: porch time with her friends, playing with all her nephews,
shopping for antiques, and cooking for any occasion. She especially loved cheering for the UT
Vols and held a special affection for Peyton Manning.

A faithful member of New Freedom Missionary Baptist Church, JorJeana was an integral part of
her church family. Her faith and love for others were evident in everything she did, and she
brought joy and comfort to all who knew her. JorJeana's deep connection to her community and
her willingness to give of herself selflessly left a lasting impact on all who were fortunate to
cross her path.

One of JorJeana's most cherished gifts was her talent for writing, and while studying creative
writing in college, she penned this poem. We feel privileged to share a portion of it here:
"You show me
That part of myself
I never knew existed
Before you looked inside.
Every day the love grows...
I learn to love you more.
That second opened up,
I entered with conviction
Through a door leading to forever
I know this love in you."

Preceded in death by parents, Estill and Patsy Gross, JorJeana's legacy will live on in the hearts of those who loved her, sisters, Veronica (Mark) Summers and Tara (Michael) Chandler all of Mascot, brother, Hugh Gross of Maynardville, nephews, Jacob (Briana) Chandler, Isaac
Chandler, Aaron Summers, Austin (Anna) Summers, great nephews Jackson Chandler and
Rykor Summers all of Mascot; aunts, Mabel Anderson of Maynardville and Janice Gross of
Omaha, Illinois; best friend for over 40 years, Sherrie Collins; special friends, Marvin Walker,
Mont (Susan) Finley and family; and a host of cousins in Tennessee, Kentucky and Illinois.

The family will receive friends 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, March 18, 2025 with funeral service to follow at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Cooke-Campbell Mortuary Chapel, Rev. Aaron Hunley, Rev. Ray Chandler officiating with music by the New Freedom Singers, Steve and Michelle Blankenship. Interment 11 a.m. Wednesday, Evans Family Cemetery, Maynardville. Please meet at the funeral home by 10:15 a.m. Wednesday to go with the funeral procession. Pallbearers; Jacob Chandler, Isaac Chandler, Austin Summers, Chastin Maples, Nathan Finley, Marvin Walker. Honorary Pallbearers: Aaron Summers, Jackson Chandler, Ryker Summers, Eric Collins. Arrangements by Cooke-Campbell Mortuary, Maynardville.