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Published by Northwest Herald from Sep. 24 to Sep. 26, 2008.

Ronald G. Goss

Born: Sept. 10, 1935; in Crystal Lake

Died: Sept. 23, 2008; in Crystal Lake

HUNTLEY - Ronald G. Goss, 73, of Huntley, died Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008, in Crystal Lake.

He was born Sept. 10, 1935, in Crystal Lake, to Herm and Elizabeth "Betty" (Heisler) Koppen. After the passing of his father, he was adopted by Rae H. Goss and was raised by Rae and Betty. He attended Crystal Lake schools, graduating from Crystal Lake Central High School in 1953. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1953 to 1956 as a Seabee stationed in the Philippines and Guam.

He married Susann "Suz" Pettigrew on Dec. 27, 1956, in California.

He coached the Continental Little League for many years, was an avid golfer, a past member of Crystal Lake Country Club, a member of Ducks Unlimited McHenry County East Chapter, and a member of the First Congregational Church Crystal Lake. He was the owner of Red Line Litho for more than 37 years.

He is survived by his children, Deborah Kay (Richard) Stoddard, Marshall Rae (Mary Ellen) Goss, Gene Allen (Linda) Goss and Patrick Lee (Lindy) Goss; his grandchildren, James Marshall Goss, Caitlain Marie Goss, Nathaniel Rae Goss, Allison Rae Goss, Claire Elizabeth Goss and Madeline Marie Goss; and his nieces and nephews, Jim, Cheri, Teri, John, Jeri Lynn, Terry and Phillip.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Suz; his parents; and a sister, Marlene Eggers.

The visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 26, at Querhammer & Flagg Funeral Home, 500 W. Terra Cotta Ave., Crystal Lake.

The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, at First Congregational Church, 461 Pierson St., Crystal Lake, with the Rev. Arn Schaper officiating.

Interment will be in Crystal Lake Memorial Park.

Memorials may be given in his name to the Paul Ruby Foundation for Parkinsons Research, 17 N. First St., Geneva, IL 60134 or www.paulrubyfoundation.org.

For information, call the funeral home at 815-459-1760. Visit www.mem.com.

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September 30, 2008

rob thomas posted to the memorial.

September 27, 2008

Sally Erber Welch posted to the memorial.

September 26, 2008

Jonathan Johns posted to the memorial.

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rob thomas

September 30, 2008

hello again, I know its been a difficult few month. I haven't seen you guys in quite a while. I will always keep the memories alive, and all the fun. Rob Thomas

Sally Erber Welch

September 27, 2008

You kids probably don't remember me but I use to babysit for you. We lived one house away when you lived by Your Grandma and Grandpa Goss. Your Dad always wanted me to sit and would tell others that he always had first dibs on me. (: He was great and will be missed. So sorry, it is never easy to lose someone you love.

Jonathan Johns

September 26, 2008

Back in the 1940's and 1950's, my grandparents, John and Sophie Losin, lived across US Highway 14 from the property of Rae and Betty Goss. I have found memories of the Goss family. May the Heavenly Father and Lord Jesus Christ comfort the family of Ronald Goss.

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Kristi McKinnon

September 26, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with the Goss family. It has been trying times and I hope for peace in your hearts and great love in your memories.

Your Father was a great man, very loved and will be very missed...

Still always and forever remembering to "breath"...love Kristi

Vivian and Merrill Johnson

September 25, 2008

Dear Gene, Marshall and Debbie,
How saddened we were to hear of your Dad's death. We remember him and your family with much respect and kindness. They were great neighbors and family to our kids. I am sure they are in heaven with God and blessing each one of you with their special love. You will be in our our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Love you all, Vivian and Merrill

Paul Ruby

September 25, 2008

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Goss family. We will do our best to keep Mr. Goss' spirit alive in our quest to help find a cure for Parkinson's.

Sincerely,
Paul Ruby

William Blaul

September 25, 2008

My sympathies to the family. Mr. Goss was the only person outside of my family to call me Billy and get away with it. I will always remember the kind words and jokes he would tell. Mr. & Mrs. Goss were great friends to my parents and they will missed.

Meredith Clason

September 25, 2008

I am one of Deborah's clients from Tower Travel and never had the privilege of meeting Mr. Goss. However, I do know how respectfully and lovingly Deb spoke of her father and am very sorry for your great loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Kathy Reynolds

September 24, 2008

Growing up in Crystal Lake, Mr Goss was the greatest Dad of my best friend. He really knew how to treat us girls! We were truly spoiled by Mr Goss!I'll always smile at the memories he created for us!! Here's hoping we meet again in heaven!

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