Braedon Gross passed away on July 18, 2026. Braedon had a heart as big as the sky and lit up any room he walked into. He spread kindness to everyone—not just those he knew—and always provided a shoulder to anyone in need. We are so proud to have watched him grow into the generous, successful man and loving father he was. We will forever miss his infectious laughter and mischievous smile.
Braedon was born August 2, 1985, in Salt Lake City and grew up in Bountiful and Park City. He graduated from Sacramento State with a bachelor’s degree in business. His rise to Vice President at Goldman Sachs, with a CFP designation, is a testament to his commitment and work ethic. Braedon was a beloved teammate who earned the respect and admiration of his colleagues.
Nothing was more important to Braedon than his children, Grayson and Alta. They were the center of his world. He was a proud and devoted father whose life’s work was ensuring his children were happy and secure. They will love and miss him every day.
Braedon’s athleticism was legendary among his family and friends and his feats are still talked about with awe and laughter. He excelled at anything he tried—from wakeboarding and snowboarding to basketball and baseball, and he was an accomplished weightlifter. His natural athleticism, competitive spirit, and determination earned him respect and admiration from everyone who knew him. But perhaps most endearing was his kid-at-heart spirit. If he took Grayson and Alta to a trampoline park, he was right there with them doing flips and defying gravity.
Braedon was fiercely loved by his mother, Robyn Gross, and his father and stepmother, Rick and Julie Gross. In addition to his children and parents, Braedon leaves behind his best friend and sister Ashlee Christensen; brothers Kyle Weddington (Tiffany) and Payton Gross (Sarah); his niece, Emma Christensen; his dear love, Heather Mertz; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, and colleagues.
Rest well our beautiful boy until we meet once more.
An open house Celebration of Braedon’s Life will be held on Sunday, August 9th from 2-4 p.m. at Starks Funeral Parlor, 3651 South 900 East. A service will begin at 5:00 p.m. Guests are encouraged to use the parking and entrance on the north side of the building; parking attendants will assist. You can share your photos and memories with his family at www.starksfuneral.com.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to our GoFundMe here – https://gofund.me/ef275da23 .
