E. Eileen Gossard

Eileen Gossard, age 91, passed away on Wednesday, December 7, 2022. Eileen was born on June 21, 1931 in South Solon, Ohio to the late Harry and Clara Theobald. She is survived by her children, Mark (Sheryl) Gossard and Laura (Matthew) Stepp, grandchildren; Blake (Crystal) Gossard and Benjamin (Hannah) Stepp; and great grandchildren: Kaylyn and Roland Gossard. Eileen is preceded in death by her loving husband of 66 years, John R. Gossard, and sister, Nevelyn Knisley. Eileen graduated from Stokes Township High School and later went on to graduate Cum Laude from Wittenberg University with a Bachelor’s in Fine Arts. She was a member of the Delta Zeta Sorority. Eileen married John Robert Gossard on September 20, 1953. She was employed at the Springfield News Sun as a society editor, then later taught adult and children's art classes in her home. She also taught a gifted art program at Stokes Township and Midway School. Eileen was a member of South Solon Christian Fellowship, deaconess, and a member of the Washington Courthouse Christian Women’s Club.

A private graveside service will be held at the convenience of the family at South Solon Cemetery with Pastor John Crutchfield officiating. Arrangements entrusted to the Ingling Williams and Lewis Funeral Home, South Charleston. Online condolences may be expressed to the family by visiting www.jacksonlytle.com.