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Ralph Wilson Gossett

January 4, 1917 - July 31, 2009
Service
Westbrook Church of Christ
Monday 8/3, 1:00 pm
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705

RALPH GOSSETTRalph Wilson Gossett passed away July 31, 2009, in Midland, Texas, at the age of 92. A graveside service will be held at the Grassland Cemetery on Monday, August 3rd at 1:00 PM.Ralph Wilson Gossett was born on January 4, 1917, on the family farm west of Post, Texas to Ed Lee and Sarah Gossett. He graduated from Post High School and later from Texas Technological College in 1939 with a B.B.A degree in Business Administration. At Texas Tech Ralph met his future wife and the love of his life, Edith Barnett. With the advent of World War II, Ralph joined U. S. Army Counter-Intelligence Corp. On Kentucky Derby Day, May 3, 1942 Ralph and Edith married in Kansas City, Kansas.After the war, Ralph and Edith settled temporarily in Lubbock for several years, and permanently in Big Spring in 1955. Ralph was an insurance agent until his retirement in 2006. Ralph was a past president of the Big Spring Rotary Club and a Paul Harris Fellow. Ralph loved to read (especially history), jogging, farming and flying. Ralph and Edith had a large circle of friends with whom they loved to travel.Ralph was preceded in death by his wife of 63 years; his parents, his brothers, Ed Gossett, Hugh Gossett and Dr. James Gossett; and his sisters, Madge Mathias Webb, Kate McFarling and Enid Gossett. He is survived by his children, Greg Gossett and wife, Leslie of San Angelo, Robert Gossett and wife, Diane of Prosper, and Ellen Gossett of Midland; his grandchildren, Stephen Gossett, Sarah Cypert and husband, Wade, Allison Chapman and husband, Matt, Jared Gossett and wife, Leslie, and Jeffrey Gossett; and nieces and nephews, all for whom he cared deeply.There are too many names to mention, but the family gives special thanks to the staffs of Royal Estates in San Angelo and the Manor Park Mabee Healthcare Center in Midland for their loving care of Ralph.In lieu of flowers, the family requests a donation to First United Methodist Church of Big Spring, your local Alzheimer's Association or a charity of your choice.Funeral Arrangements are under the care of Nalley-Pickle and Welch Funeral Home and Crematory of Midland. Online condolences can be left at www.npwelch.com.,

Service
Westbrook Church of Christ
Monday 8/3, 1:00 pm
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705
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RALPH GOSSETTRalph Wilson Gossett passed away July 31, 2009, in Midland, Texas, at the age of 92. A graveside service will be held at the Grassland Cemetery on Monday, August 3rd at 1:00 PM.Ralph Wilson Gossett was born on January 4, 1917, on the family farm west of Post, Texas to Ed Lee and SarahContinue Reading

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Shelane & Wayne Roberts left a message on August 8, 2009:
Just want to extend our deepest sympathy to each of you in the loss of your dad. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you. Thinking of you- Shelane & Wayne Roberts
Dueda Coppic & Todd Coppic (son) left a message on August 6, 2009:
Greg, we were sorry to read of your loss. You and your family are in our prayers.
Nancy Holmes left a message on August 5, 2009:
Ellen, you are in my prayers. Your Dad has wanted to go home for a long time, and now he is home with your Mom. Love Nancy
Heddy and Justin Duran left a message on August 4, 2009:
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Sue Littleon left a message on August 4, 2009:
How wonderful to have had your father for so long, and how sad to say goodbye-- reading about his life reminds me I am proud to be a Texan. Sue
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Tom Boothe left a message on August 4, 2009:
Greg, sorry to hear of your loss. Your Dad must have been a fine gentleman. I was amazed to see that he worked up until 2006- now that's dedication.
Tad & Pat Logan left a message on August 4, 2009:
Greg & Ellen, We are greatly saddened to hear about your loss. I will always remember the many good times we had with them. You will be in my thoughts and prayers in the days to come. May God Bless, Tad
Ruth & John Currie left a message on August 3, 2009:
We will always remember the good times we shared with Ralph and Edith over the years and the Thursday night group get to gethers we shared with our mutual friends. Ralph was a unique friend who always let you know where he stood and he will be missed by those of us who knew him. Our sincerest sympathy goes out to Ellen, Greg and Robin who Ralph had every reason to be so proud of.
Kathy Wright Kitten left a message on August 3, 2009:
Ellen, I was saddened to hear of the loss of your father. Please remember that you and your family are in the thoughts and prayers of many. Kathy
Rita Stotts left a message on August 2, 2009:
Ellen, I send my condolences to you and your family on the loss of your father. I lost my Dad in May and all though he was very ill, it doesn't make it easier. May God Bless You, Rita Stotts
Monnie Watkins Bacon left a message on August 2, 2009:
Ellen - I hope you remember me. I read your dad's obituary, and I just wanted you to know that I was thinking of you. You and your family are in my prayers. Monnie
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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