Grady Douglas Gossett Jr.

1962 - 2015

Grady Douglas Gossett Jr. obituary, 1962-2015, Flushing, MI

BORN

1962

DIED

2015

FUNERAL HOME

Reigle Funeral Home Sunset Chapel

5501 West Pierson Road

Flushing, Michigan

Grady Gossett Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 7, 2015.

GOSSETT, Grady Douglas Jr. – age 52 of Flushing passed away Friday June 5, 2015. Visitation will be held on Tuesday June 9, 2015 from 4PM-8PM. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday June 10, 2015 at 11AM with one hour of visitation prior to the service at Reigle Funeral Home – Sunset Chapel – 5501 W. Pierson Rd. Flushing, MI. Burial will take place at Flushing Cemetery. Grady was born in Pontiac, MI on June 15, 1962 to Grady and Corinne (Carris) Gossett Sr. Grady married Diane Macdonald September 22, 1984 at Central Church of the Nazarene in Flint. He worked as a chemical plant manager. He also attended Central Church of the Nazarene in Flint. Grady enjoyed daily motorcycle rides and trips with his friends, especially to Sturgis, South Dakota for motorcycle rallies. He and his wife Diane loved vacationing to Florida, Disneyworld, and going on cruises. First and foremost, Grady cherished his time spent with his family and friends. He was looking forward to meeting his new granddaughter. He was a jack of all trades and one of the hardest workers you could ever know. Grady was always optimistic and had a wonderful sense of humor. He was always the first one to help a family member or friend in need without hesitation. Surviving are his wife Diane Gossett of 30 years; daughters, Rachel Gossett, and Debra (Grant) Coleman; grandson, Weston; granddaughter on the way; father, Grady Gossett Sr. and special friend Donna Kent; sister Cindy (Emmett) Moore; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Larry (Ardis) Macdonald; life-long friend, Bob Rhoads; and several other special friends and family members. Grady was preceded in death by his mother, Corinne Gossett. Those desiring may make contributions to the family to build an education fund for Grady's grandchildren. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.reiglefuneralhome.com. "When my heart is overwhelmed: lead me to the rock that is higher than I." Psalm 61:2

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June 20, 2015

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June 15, 2015

(Sunset Motel) Rob & Patty Peitersen

Our hearts go out to the entire family. We enjoyed visiting and joking around with Grady when he stayed with us at the Sunset Motel. He will be forever missed. RIP Grady!!

June 12, 2015

I Thessalonians 4:13-17, John 14
Dear Diane, Rachel, Weston, Debra, Grant, baby coming soon, Larry, Ardis, Grady Sr., Donna, Cindy, Moe, and all family members,
We loved Dougie very much. We grieve because we have loved. We will miss his earthly presence. We grieve, but not as those who do not have any hope. Our hope is in our precious Lord. What a glorious day it will be to see him again!
Dougie was a new born baby at our wedding. We have wonderful memories through all of these years.
Our family is scattered today in Asia, Finland, England and Nebraska. Please accept our love, sympathy and hugs through the many miles. We each desired to be with you at this time. We will hold you in our hearts and our prayers, Aunt Carol and Uncle Paul Landrey, MeRay, Angela and Pete - Elkhorn, NE.

June 11, 2015

Chris Most

Grady was my friend and esteemed colleague for many years. I will never forget his sense of humor. My deepest condolences to Diane and the rest of his family.

June 10, 2015

R.I.H.

June 10, 2015

Agnes (Hyrman) Freed

My heart goes out to Diane and the family. May the angels continue to swarm around you and fill your ears with sweet songs from Heaven. God has great company with Grady. He awaits us all. I love you sister! (1982 Class Coordinator & dear friend)

June 10, 2015

Mattie Bentley

Diane and the entire family, there are no words that I can think of that will take away the pain knowing that someone you love is gone. I know you loved him but God loved him best. God is with you and your family. I will keep you in my prayers.

June 10, 2015

Mark and Sandy Vito

Diane and family: There are no words that can ease your pain during this difficult time. We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers go out to you and your family

June 10, 2015

The Esckelson Family

We don't think the world has ever seen a guy nicer than Grady, but if you knew him, we're not telling you anything that you don't already know.

The world will surely not be same without him.

Our deepest condolences to his wife and family.

June 10, 2015

Lisa Rice

To the Gossett family: I am so sorry for your loss and my heart aches for all of you. We have never met but I am your neighbor around the corner on Brookside. Every day is a gift and reminded me how precious life is.

June 9, 2015

Geoff Hearin

Dear Diane and family,
Our hearts are breaking for you all. Grady was an Amazing man who God allowed to grace all our lives. He was kind to everyone and always had a smile on his face. He will surely be missed...

June 9, 2015

Huiping Chen

Diane and Family, I am so so sorry to hear about your loss. Grady was a great guy! Easy to talk to, loving his family, and very hard working. I also highly appreciate him introducing me to the Hightower as well. Please take care! May him rest in peace and his love for your family will with you all forever.

June 9, 2015

Ryan Keene

My condolences to your family and friends. I didn't know Grady well but the few times I did have the pleasure of talking with him I know he was a brilliant man. My prayers go out to you.

June 9, 2015

Kathleen Coleman

June 9, 2015

Kathleen Coleman

To the Gossett family,
I am so very sorry for the sudden lost of your husband, father, and grandfather, Grady! I cannot imagine your pain. My heart aches for you all! Yet, I know that your faith will comfort you and in some way, help you through this horrible time! Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers!
Kathy Coleman (Aunt)

June 9, 2015

Marge Walsworth

Diane,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss! My heart aches for you and your family. I am keeping you in my prayers, praying that the Lord will lift you up, soothe your soul and comfort you!

June 9, 2015

Tamika Stevens (Fryer)

Diane, I am so sorry for your loss and you have my deepest sympathy. You and I haven't worked together in years, but I still consider you to be one of my true friends. My heart is deeply saddened for you and your family. Please know you have my continuous prayers. God bless!

June 9, 2015

Diane, I am so sorry for your loss I know how it feels to lose a love one but god is good we may not understand it but we do the best we can I will keep you and your family in prayer I am here for you if you and you family if you need me go and be "BLESSED".

Doris & Roger Parks

June 8, 2015

Kip Jackson

It saddens me to hear about my old friend. We had a lot of good memories together back when we were teenagers.
I pray that your family will find the God of all Love and Comfort faithful and true to help you through this time of loss and grief.

June 8, 2015

Mark Kovachevich

Prayers to Grady's family and friends.He was a great team mate and friend in high school.

June 8, 2015

John Atkinson

Diane, please accept my condolences in your sorrow.

June 8, 2015

Timothy Hughes

While our families were not close, I still have fond memories of us as children playing with our Evel Knievel figures. RIP cousin Dougie

June 8, 2015

karen king

Diane, i could only imagine what you are going through and my thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of need. If there is anything i can do for you please let me know..i will be happy to assist you. Take care and god bless you and your family.

June 8, 2015

Dan, Michele & Madison Maciejewski

We are praying for the family

June 8, 2015

Sherry Burton

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. My heart and my thoughts are with you and your family.. i am praying for you and the family and send my sympathies and hugs to you all. Prayers , light and hugs to you.

June 8, 2015

Mary Smith

Diane,

I am so sorry for your loss. I am praying for you and your family and will continue to keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

June 8, 2015

Brenda Canales

Grady & Cindy....my thoughts and prayers are with your family

June 8, 2015

Tim Gerace

I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Grady. I use to work with him back at Genesee Polymers. He was a great man and as the obituary stated always willing to help anyone. We would always have a good laugh. Hadnt seen him in a while until we ran into eachother about a year ago and it was like we never missed a beat. Thoughts and prayers to the entire family. RIP Grady!!

June 8, 2015

Dennis Dail

A great Bendle high school friend, teammate, and just an all around great guy. The world needs more Grady's !! Prayers to the Gossett Family.

June 8, 2015

Bev Hodge

I have no words to ease your pain at this tragic time in your lives. Please know my heart breaks and God be with you to console you in his way.

June 8, 2015

Chris, Sophia, Wes, and Carolyn

My family met Grady a little over a year ago and we had an instant connection. My daughter just loved Grady and his whole family. We are going to miss Grady! We are sending our love, thoughts, and prayers to Diane and the rest of the
family.

June 8, 2015

Kyle and Danette Woods

Diane our hearts break for you and your girls. We pray for GODs perfect peace, comfort and strength during this difficult time . Rest in HIM

June 8, 2015

Olivia Alexander-Quinn

Our heartfelt sympathy to Diane and the entire Gossett-MacDonald family. He will truly be missed and kept in our hearts forever. Our prayers are with you today and continually,
Olivia Alexander-Quinn

June 7, 2015

Joelle (Bourdage) Johnson

My deepest sympathies on your loss. Praying for the Gossett family, God bless.

June 7, 2015

andrew pekala

Great guy, teammate, Friend and brother .. shared many sports with him in high school at Bendle. never a mean bone in his body, gentle guy that everyone loved. God Speed Grady, you will be missed

June 7, 2015

Donna Kent

Our sympathy to the Gosset family. He was a great guy and loved by my family, and friends. He was so nice to me and I loved it when one day Grady, Debra and Grant came to my house and they loved my hot bread right out of the oven. He was so nice to me and my family. Our prayers goes out to his family.

Donna Kent, David , Dennis and Dan Kent and their family's

June 7, 2015

So very saddened for your loss of Grady. Praying for Gods peace to hold you girls up during this very difficult time. Love and prayers, Meleia Sanders

June 7, 2015

David Gossett

Most sincere of sympathies from the Gossetts here in Georgia. God's peace be with you all.

June 7, 2015

Tim Kendall

R.I.P. Grady

June 7, 2015

Lara Stell

Debra and family, Please forgive me for my lack of words to express my condolences for your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can help you with in the coming days and weeks. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

June 7, 2015

Sue Samson Long

My deepest sympathy to the Gossett family. I was saddened to hear of Doug's passing. We grew up in the same neighborhood and attended school together. Although I haven't seen Doug since high school, I will always remember what a nice guy he was. Praying for God's peace and comfort for his family and friends in the days ahead.

June 7, 2015

Lonnie Liebengood

I haven't seen Doug since high school.he was a good friend. I was saddened to hear the news be with God my friend ,your family is in my prayers

June 7, 2015

David Roden

We're deeply sadden for you loss. May God be with you all. David Roden and family

June 7, 2015

Elizabeth Odle and family

Diane and family, we are so very sorry for your loss. You have our greatest sympathy and our prayers.

June 7, 2015

Patrick Baker

Deepest symapathy to the Gossett family. Im still in shock. I grew up a few houses down from Grady, in Burton. I haven't seen him in quite a few years since he worked on Dort Highway. I drive truck and recently got back in touch with Grady while he was working on Hemphill rd. I would go into his place of employment every Wednesday to pick up a shipment he was shipping out. I really looked forward to seeing him on Wednesday's and talking to him about our younger days in school and things going on in our lives. It was always a joy to talk to him. Im really gonna miss him.

June 7, 2015

Tracie Hobson

Dear Debra and family,
Our deepest sympathy for the sudden and tragic loss of your Dad. Lifting you all in prayer. Love, the Hobsons

June 7, 2015

Steve Kendall

Deepest condolences to Diane and the entire Gossett Family. Such a loss of a great man. Grady was a hardworking, devoted family man, a dependable colleague and a true friend. He will be greatly missed.

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