Monica Gosling Obituary

Monica S. (Barnes) Gosling, 75, wife of Keith Gosling, of Phoenixville, PA, passed away on Tuesday, August 30, 2011, in the Penn Hospice at Rittenhouse, Philadelphia. Born in May Hill, Gloucester, England, she was a daughter of the late Hilda (Robinson) Hogan and the late Colin Barnes. She was a graduate of Hampton House and attended Gloucester Tech in England. Monica was a member of the Daughters of the British Empire (DBE). Through her love of volunteering, she was a former board member and volunteer with Love The Children Adoption Agency, volunteered with Welcome House Adoption Agency, and was a former board member of the Montgomery County Office of Children and Youth. She was also a volunteer guide at Valley Forge National Historical Park during the Bicentennial during the 1970's. Mrs. Gosling was big into crafts. She enjoyed making jewelry, needlepoint, crocheting, and sewing. She also loved traveling the world with her husband. Her object in life was to know everybody in the world and to keep in touch with them. In addition to her husband of 52 years, Mrs. Gosling is survived by her children: Kristian husband of Michele Gosling of Lancaster, Laverne wife of Joe Murach of Burke, VA, Nicole Gosling of Phoenixville, Jason husband of Kathleen Gosling of Phoenixville, Thuy Gosling of Phoenix, AZ, Tara wife of T.J. Struckus of King of Prussia, and Malia wife of Bunno Hin of Phoenixville; seven grandchildren: Richard and Elysse Gosling, Gabrielle, Ashleigh, and Brianna Struckus, and Aaron and Ethan Hin; sister: Margaret Gibbs; brothers: Stuart Barnes, Geoffrey Barnes, and David Pallant; and her beloved cats, Humphrey, Mabel, and Alfie. Relatives and friends are invited to attend her memorial service at the Washington Memorial Chapel, Rt. 23, Valley Forge National Historical Park, on Monday, September 12, 2011, at 1:00 p.m. Officiating will be the Rev. Roy Almquist. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Monica's name to the Monica Gosling Memorial Fund, c/o National Penn Bank, 702 S. Main Street, Phoenixville, PA 19460, with all contributions supporting POEMS Syndrome research. Arrangements are being handled by the Campbell-Ennis-Klotzbach Funeral Home, Inc. Condolences may be offered online at www.PhoenixvilleFuneralHome.com.

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Published by The Times Herald from Sep. 7 to Sep. 8, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Monica Gosling

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Holly Brinton

September 17, 2011

Monica would help anyone in need and was there for me and my children when we relocated to PA with donations of furniture and items for our new apartment. One of my fondest memories of Monica is when my Mom and I went on a "girl's only trip" to New York with Linda & Lisa and Monica & Laverne. During a visit to China Town, NY we went to an authentic Chinese restaurant for a fabulous dinner. It was there that Monica showed me how to use chopsticks properly for the first time....to this day I use only chopsticks when eating Asian cuisine and I think of Monica and that special day. Much love and blessing to the Gosling Family. Love Holly Brinton & Family

Julia & Ming

September 14, 2011

I was a foreign student when I met Monica and Keith, they immediately took me into their family. Monica is one of the most loving, caring and generous people I have met in the
states. She was and will always be an inspiration. Our deepest condolences to Keith and the children.

Heather Pickerill

September 11, 2011

We were so sad to hear about Monica. She seemed so healthy and vibrant when we saw her a few years ago. Our deepest condolences to Keith and the children and grandchildren.
Heather and Peter Pickerill

The Crazy Horse Memorial, SD

September 10, 2011

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Cecelia Spinelli

September 8, 2011

Keith, I'm so sorry for the loss of your wife Monica. I now live in FL and lost touch with you both after I moved to Collegeville. Monica was a very wonderful, giving, loving person that I have ever met and I was always happy to call you both my friends.

My ex husband Anthony and my son Anthony also send their condolences for your loss. They both remember you and Monica very well.

Cecelia Spinelli

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