Thomas Gossett Obituary
Thomas leaves to cherish many loving memories, his daughter, Lucretia Brown; four sisters, Janice Dexter-Reed, Belinda Flowers, Beverly (Kenneth) Brown and Brenda Flowers; nephew, Rashaad Dexter and niece McKenzie Brown; a host of other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Thomas Gossett and Gertrude Flowers; and step father, Cartheu Flowers; wife Sybil Gossett; sister Charlene Gossett and step brother, O'leary Flowers.
Memorial Service 1:00 p.m. Friday, January 16, 2026 at Carl E. Ponds Funeral Home Inc. Doors will be open from 12:00 noon until the time of service.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Renee Cazy
January 16, 2026
My prayers and condolences to the family. May God give you peace and comfort on the loss of your loved one.
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