David Alan Gross, 62, of Allentown, died suddenly, April 29, 2024, at Lehigh Valley Hospital. He was the devoted husband of Cheryl (Hoffman) Gross for 34 years. He was the son of the late James William and Patricia (Boyle) Gross.

He dedicated his entire professional life to law enforcement. He worked for South Whitehall Police Department for 31 years. During this time, he was a department field training officer, defensive tactics instructor and member of the Lehigh County Emergency Response Team. After his retirement, he joined the Kutztown University Police Department where he served as an officer, firearms instructor, field training officer and defensive tactics instructor.

He was a former volunteer firefighter and proudly ran with the Woodlawn, Wescosville, and Cetronia fire departments. He was devoted to serving his community, saving numerous lives and winning multiple awards.

He was a longtime member of Nativity Lutheran Church, Allentown.

In his spare time, he was an avid Philadelphia Flyers fan and loved playing with his beloved dog, Kody. Above all, he loved his family and enjoyed spending time with them whenever he could.

He is survived by his wife; children, Justin and Courtney; siblings, J. William Jr. (Cyndi), Jane Ferguson (David) and twin sister, Kathryn; in-laws, Nancy and Charles Hoffman, sister-in-law, Tracy Hoffman, many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by sisters, Pamela Gaughan and Jennifer Weida.

Contributions may be made to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund.

A viewing will be held 10 a.m. to noon May 8 at Stephens Funeral Home, 274 N. Krocks Road, Allentown with funeral services beginning noon.