of Jonesboro, AR
April 3, 2014
Harold Gossett, 83, of Jonesboro passed away at his residence of natural causes on Thursday, April 3, 2014.
He was a retired Senior Master Sergeant of the United States Air Force.
He began his Air Force career as an airman in 1949. He was in communications and was a radio operator. One of his first assignments was with the Typhoon Chasers stationed on Guam. He flew through 28 typhoons penetrating the eye of the typhoon. He flew in many different kinds of airplanes and he survived two plane crashes. He served in both Korea and Vietnam flying 105 combat missions. He retired as a Senior Master Sgt. from Andrew's Air Force Base in 1972 having flown with the Presidential Squadron. He flew with the Nixon family, Gerald Ford, Vice President Spiro Agnew, and General Westmoreland.
During his military career he visited 30 foreign countries.
He retired with pride having served his country well.
After retiring from the military, he was employed by the Postal Service for over twenty years. He retired as the Postmaster of Waldenburg in 1996, where he was affectionately known as ''The Gourd Man''.
He was a member of Valley View Church of Christ. Not only was he dedicated to serving his country, he was dedicated to serving God. He lived his life as a Christian example, and wherever he was stationed, he made time to teach Bible classes to young people. He was a loving husband and father, and always gave of himself. He will be missed by many.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Claude and Lydia Gossett, brothers Gaylon, Hollis, and Bill Gossett and three sisters Vernette Franks, Jean Franks, and Francis Gossett.
He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Parthy Gossett; his daughters Dawn Smith and husband Perry, Chela Hutson and husband Cliff; a son, Allen Gossett and wife Missy; three grandsons, Barrett Smith, Morgan Smith, and Aaron Gossett; five granddaughters, Jessica Holland and husband Chad, Emily Smith, Hannah Hutson, Hannah Gossett, and Jayme Hutson; and four great grandsons, Dayton Holland, Cohan Holland, Gatlin Holland, and Lennon Holland. He is also survived by his two sisters, Willodean Doyle and Betty Jo Thorne from the St. Louis, Mo area, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be from 5:30 to 8:00 on Friday, April 4th at Valley View Church of Christ. Funeral services will be at 2:00 on Saturday, April 5th at Valley View Church of Christ. Services will be conducted by David Gibson.
A military burial will follow the funeral service at Harvey's Chapel Cemetery in Marmaduke.
The family of Harold Gossett would also like to extend thanks to Dr. Steve Woodruff, Barb Warren, Dr. Kenneth Chan and Jonesboro Home Health Professionals and Hospice for their care.
Arrangements are under the Direction of Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home of Jonesboro.
In lieu of flowers, the family would like to request that donations be made to Crowley's Ridge Academy.
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13 Condolence(s)
KARON DOYLE
Friday, April 25, 2014
Ms. Gossett, Dawn, Chela, and Allen, I know your hearts are heavy with the loss of your husband and father. I also know that you will find great comfort knowing that he was a Christian. You are all in my thoughts and prayers and I know that he will be greatly missed.
Brian Horn
Friday, April 25, 2014
Mrs. Gossett - My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. I never met your husband but he must have been something special - judging by the wonderful caring and loving wife he chose. Blessings on you, sweet lady.
Brian
Brenda Cooper and Family
Tuesday, April 15, 2014
Dearest Parthy and Family,
My heart is heavy hearing of the loss of Harold, but I know he is in a wonderful Godly place. He was such a wonderful Christian example and I loved him dearly. Please know you are all in our prayers and thoughts. God bless you all.
In Him
The Cooper Family
Jackson Family
Tuesday, April 8, 2014
We would like to express our deepest sympathy. May the constant love of close friends helps you endure this great loss.
( Isaiah 25:8)
Bryant Perry
Sunday, April 6, 2014
Momma Gossett,
I'm so sorry to hear about Harold. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Sonya and I join with you in your grief. Harold was such an influence in so many lives. During my college years, he was instrumental in helping me to be a better Christian. I am a better leader today because of his example. He will be missed.
Love Bryant &Family
Tommy & Sue Hester
Saturday, April 5, 2014
Parthy,
We were so sorry to learn of Harold's passing. He was a great man who will be missed by many. May God wrap His loving arms around your entire family during this time & provide the peace that only He can.
We love you & are praying for you during this sorrowful time.
Tommy & Sue
Robbie Lawrence
Saturday, April 5, 2014
Parthy, and family, you in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you and your family comfort as only He can. Its so difficult to give up those we love. Its also a blessing when we know they have a they have an eternal home which God is preparing for those who love and follow His commandments..
In christian love,
Robbie Lawrence
Cindy Wright
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Kay & Joe Hultquist
Saturday, April 5, 2014
Dear Parthey and Family-We are grateful for our friendship of so many years and we are joined with you in your grief. The Gossett family has lost a patriarch. This nation lost an able and dedicated defender. Please call us if there is anything we would be able to help with. God bless you.
Charles Onstead
Friday, April 4, 2014
So Sorry For Your Loss May God Bless and Comfort You at This Time.
Charles and Ernestine Onstead
Lonnie and Gloria Pyle
Thursday, April 3, 2014
Dear Parthy and family. We are so sorry about Harold, but we know he is a peace and not suffering. We know you will miss him, but you have precious memories. Even though our paths haven't crossed in a very long time, we, too, have many good memories of him. We appreciate his stand for the truth. If we're not working Saturday, we will try to come to the funeral. Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers. Please let us know if we can do anything. Lonnie and Gloria.
June Bridger
Thursday, April 3, 2014
My sympathy to all the Gossett family -
"Mr. Harold" was a special visitor/helper to many class projects with his precious grandchildren at UH Elementary....and his information was welcomed. He was a fine man and will be missed. God Bless, Mr. Harold!!
Patsy & Harles Banks
Thursday, April 3, 2014
we did not know you are your family but THANKS FOR YOUR SERVICE TO THIS COUNTRY. It was very much appreciated. My God bless your family in this time of grife!
Debbie Whitney
Thursday, April 3, 2014
Deepest sympathy to the family.
Debbie Whitney,
Brookland Elementary School