JERICHO - Robert Heath Goss, 83, passed away March 20, 2017, from complications following a stroke.
Born Feb. 28, 1934, to Dean and Della Heath Goss of Barnet, Vermont, he served in the U.S. Air Force from 1953-1963, at Pease, Forbes and Ramey AFBs. He then worked as a contractor travelling around Europe and the Middle East, meeting his wife of 51 years, Gloria, while living in Chateauroux, France.
After returning to Vermont, Bob began a 23-year career with IBM, settling in Jericho in 1974. In his retirement, he was a passionate genealogist and diligently worked to preserve records for cemeteries all across Vermont.
He is survived by his wife; three children, Dean and his wife, Misty, Tracy and her husband, David, and John; three grandchildren, Chris, Jessica and Orin; sisters Elizabeth and Irene; brother Phillip; and several nieces and nephews.
As per Bob's wishes, the family will hold a private gathering.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the McClure Miller VNA Respite House in Colchester, Vermont.
Published in Times Argus on Apr. 1, 2017