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OK, the four gearcase bolts are out, and one of the SS connector screws is out, even though it fell down into the gearcase. You are sure that the SS screw/bolt is completely removed from the brass connector, correct? The gearcase won’t come down unless at least one screw is completely removed.
Is this a salt water engine, or does it appear to be used in only fresh water?
I’m guessing it is a fresh water engine, or else it probably wouldn’t be in running condition today. What/how have you tried to remove the gearcase? It probably won’t come down just by pulling on it with your hands, which is normal. You may need to help it down using a bit of pressure from a large screwdriver or pry bar. But, please, be as gentle as possible. You do not want to distort/damage/gouge the gearcase/exhaust housing mating surfaces. Gently pry with two large screwdrivers or pry bars, kind of rocking it back and forth. Unfortunately, if the driveshaft is stuck in the powerhead, this may be the end of this project. In other words, the gearcase may come down leaving the driveshaft stuck up inside the powerhead/crank splines. At this point, you have no other option than to try and get this gearcase down.
PS: Exactly what other bolts did you remove? Be very careful, you don’t want to inadvertently split those lower motor covers, or you will be showered with little springs/washers/spacers and mounts!