Robert Heath Goss, 83, of Jericho, Vt., surrounded by loved ones, passed away March 20,
2017. He was born Feb. 28, 1934, to Dean and Della Heath Goss of Barnet, Vt.
He served in the USAF from 1953-1963, at Pease, Forbes, and Ramey AFBs. He then worked
as a contractor travelling around Europe and the Middle East; meeting his wife of 51 years,
Gloria, while living in Chateauroux, France. After returning to Vermont, Bob began a 23-year
career with IBM, settling in Jericho in 1974. In his retirement he was a passionate genealogist
and diligently worked to preserve records for cemeteries all across Vermont. He is survived
by his wife; three children: Dean and his wife Misty; Tracy and her husband David, and John;
three grandchildren: Chris, Jessica, and Orin; sisters: Elizabeth, and Irene; brother, Phillip;
and several nieces and nephews.
As per Bob's wishes, the family will hold a private gathering. In lieu of flowers, contributions
may be made to the McClure Miller VNA Respite House in Colchester, Vermont.
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