Thomas Gosha's Obituary
THOMAS J. GOSHA
WAUPACA, WISCONSIN Age 68, passed away on Friday, October 16, 2009 at Riverside Medical Center in Waupaca, WI. He was born March 7, 1941 in Green Bay, WI; son of Laurence and Jane (Vieaux) Gosha. On September 28, 1991, Tom married Kathleen (Eastman) Ellenbecker at the Red Mill in Waupaca. After high school, Tom served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam and Korean Wars. He was a corrections officer in Waupun and Green Bay, before going to work for the Outagamie Co. Sherrif’s Department, where he worked for 20 years until his retirement. After retirement, Tom worked part-time for the Waushara Co. Parks – Landfill. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and enjoyed spending time outdoors. Tom especially enjoyed spending time with his family and grandchildren. He will be sadly missed by all who loved him. Tom is survived by:
Wife: Kathleen Gosha of Waupaca, WI
Son: Scott (Joleen) Gosha of Appleton, WI
Grandson: Nathan Gosha of Appleton, WI
Daughter: Kris (Rob) Brownson of Hortonville, WI
Granddaughters: Amber (Josh) Peterson of Appleton, WI
Emily (Mike) Miller of Hortonville, WI and their son, Anthony Miller
Brothers: Mike (Judy) Gosha of Appleton, WI
Larry Gosha of Appleton, WI
Sister: Gloria (John) Clark of Tigerton, WI
Brothers and Sisters-in-law: John (Joanne) Eastman of Pine River, WI
Susan (Tom) Walter of Appleton, WI
Jim (Sandy) Eastman of Sarasota, FL
Diane Raven of Michigan
Also survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Laurence and Jane Gosha. Per Tom’s and the family’s wishes, no services will be held. The Holly Funeral Home of Waupaca is assisting the family with arrangements. HOLLY FUNERAL HOME
526 S. Main Street
Waupaca, WI 54981
www.hollyfuneralhome.com
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