Ardena Gosnell Obituary

Ardena Lee Gosnell, 82, formerly of Reisterstown, died April 27, 2012, in Riverside, Calif.

Born May 6, 1930, she was the daughter of the late Louis Eldon and Charlotte Fern Munch. She was the wife of Carroll R. Gosnell.

She was a nurse at Springfield State Hospital and later at Riverside Community Hospital after moving to California in 1952, and she was a homemaker.

She was actively involved in her community and her church, volunteering at well-baby clinics, serving as PTA president, teacher's aide, Sunday school teacher and director of children's church.

She cared for several infants and children over the years, becoming Mom and Oma to many.

Surviving, in addition to her husband, are daughters and son-in-law Phyllis and Vivian Gosnell, and Glenda and John Everett; three grandchildren; sisters and brothers-in-law Deanna and John Myers, and Judy and Carl Lindsay, and Julie Munch; brother and sister-in-law Joe and Robin Munch; and a sister-in-law, Jennifer Munch.

She was predeceased by a son, Charles Carroll Gosnell; and a brother, Thomas Munch.

A memorial service will be held June 30, in Riverside, Calif.

Sign the guest book at www.carrollcountytimes.com.

Published by Carroll County Times on May 9, 2012.
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Hi Mom! I feel you around me at times, especially in the kitchen. I Love and miss you but I think you already know that.
Thank you for all the kinds words from others, I am sure she appreciates them. with Love, Vivian Lee

Vivian

Daughter

April 29, 2021

The years go by and I miss you still, my forever friend. I know your joy is complete as you are now forever with our Lord! What a blessing you were to all our children. Well done, good and faithful servant. Until we meet again. Love, JoAn

JoAn Fargerlund

Friend

April 27, 2021

Mrs. Gosnell you were always kind and welcoming to me. Even when I I misbehaved you gave me another chance. I remember how happy you were for me when I got the picture in the yearbook other than the class picture. You were such a sweet lady. I only wish I could have talked to you one more time. If you talk to God put in a good word for me. With great affection Coop

Kathy Cooper

September 13, 2015

April 1, 2013

We love you Oma. Thank you for being always there for three generations of us. You are a wonderful loving friend. We are blessed to have had you in our lives.

The Burnetts

June 2, 2012

Many children, some who are now adults with children of their own, remember you with great admiration, affection, and respect. You, Ardena, are God's best example of "unconditional love." You lit up our world with your very presense and your ever present and genuine smile. What an asset to our AACN family! Your leadership in our prayer chain, as well as your many years of work with our children is indispensable. Because of your dedication, many of our children are 'coming home.' We miss you. Until we meet again, we hold you in our hearts. Remember us to our Lord. JoAn

JoAn Fargerlund

May 26, 2012

The emptiness this world feels without your sweet spirit, Mrs. Gosnell! I always enjoyed your laughter, beautiful smile and the softness & love I felt when you hugged me. You unknowingly mentored me in "unconditional love." From the time my son was just a tiny baby, you always took great interest in him. I felt connected to you through my son. Loving Justin as a new mom, I realized how much you suffered when you lost your son. Many years later when my grandson was born, I suddenly understood the "Grandma Love" I saw you bestow on your granddaughter. I'm going to watch for you to visit in spirit, Mrs. Gosnell, through nature. You're welcome to sit-a-spell with me whenever you wish. Until we hug again....((( <3 ))) Linda

Linda Arrowwood

May 25, 2012

hello even though i did not know you there has been alot of people saying grt things about you.may you rest in peace you have a wonderful family.

tammy johnson

May 21, 2012

I'll miss you, my dear friend. But what a joy for you to be with our LORD! My prayers,sympathy and love is extended to all the family, during this time of sorrow and grief. May God comfort you with many happy memories.
JoAn Fargerlund

JoAn Fargerlund

May 4, 2012

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May 4, 2012

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