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Ronald F. Gossard Obituary
Ronald F. and P. Louise Gossard of Dunkirk passed away just hours apart, Thursday, January 8, 2026, and Friday, January 9, 2026, at Blanchard Valley Hospital. Ron was born August 14, 1939, and Louise was born May 6, 1940. They were united in marriage December 13, 1960, and recently celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary. Ron was a 1957 graduate of Hardin-Northern High School and retired from Cooper Tire and Rubber Company, where he was a pilot for many years. Louise graduated from Ada High School, class of 1958 and worked as a teacher for Findlay City Schools, retiring after many years.
They are survived by their son, Frank Gossard of Dola. Ron is survived by brothers, Tom and Jim (Karen-deceased) Gossard, both of Dunkirk; sisters, Connie (Gary) Price of Hudson, Ohio; Sue Ann (Frank) Flak of Ada; and Kathy (Tom) Elsasser of Ada. Louise is survived by her sister, Jenny (Kyle) Wilhelm of Annapolis, Maryland. They are also survived by two grandsons, Jake and Cole Gossard.
Louise enjoyed pottery, painting and reading books. Ron was an active outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, especially pheasants, and working with his bird dogs. He was an active member of Hancock County Chapter of Pheasants Forever. A private, family-only graveside will be at Dola Cemetery.
Memorial contribu-tions may be made in memory of Gossard's to Pheasants Forever-Hancock County Chapter or Dunkirk Community Center. Arrangements have been entrusted to CRATES FUNERAL HOME, Arlington.
Online condolences can be expressed to the family by visiting coldrencrates.com.
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Norma Wilhelm
January 14, 2026
Remembering both of them with affection.
Martha, Marcy, Patty
January 13, 2026
We are Louise´s Monday night painting ladies with wonderful memories of her!
Jess Hipsher
January 12, 2026
Thanks for all the help on my house Ronnie. I enjoyed fox hunting and fishing with you. I will never forget when I was 8 years old burning my arm on your motorcycle. Thanks for all the great memories....I always enjoyed talking with you and Louise. Love Jess
Sheri Sampson
January 12, 2026
Ron and Louise were such great folks.They will surely be missed. Our hearts are heavy for you their family and also for us who were their friends.
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Paul Brooks
January 12, 2026
Ron was truly a man to model, he was a friend. He will truly be missed and will be talked about for many years. My prayers are with the family in regards to them both.
Neil and Beth Hipsher
January 12, 2026
Neil always enjoyed the fishing trips to Canada with Ronny. Louise, Karen and I enjoyed our first cruise together. We went to the Carribean and had a great time. There was a storm on our way home and pretty rough seas. Louise was the one that got through without feeling ill. Who would have thought for the gal that didn't really care for the water.
Surely will miss them.
Kim Palmer
January 12, 2026
Reading of their loss breaks my heart . I always looked forward to them coming for their eye exams. They were always so kind. I was having a rough day and Louise came up behind me ,put her hands on my shoulders and whispered breathe. Many times I hear that still. We talked about their trips. They will always be a part of my heart. Hugs and prayers.
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