Michael Gossett

Michael R. Gossett of Columbus, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on December 11, 2014, at the age of 35. Remembered by his family as a loving son and father, Michael’s life was defined by the close bonds he shared with those nearest him. He is survived by his parents, siblings, and children, who carry his memory forward in their daily lives.

Family was central to Michael. He is remembered as a son to James Michael Bennett and Denise Gossett, and as a father to children including Michael, Zion Mason, and Titus Gossett. He also leaves behind a brother, DeShawn Gossett, and sisters LaShawnda and Lenora Gossett, along with extended family members who spoke of him with affection. Those who knew him recall his place in family gatherings and the connections that mattered most to him.

Services were arranged through local funeral care providers in Columbus, where friends and relatives gathered to honor his life. In remembering Michael, those close to him emphasized the importance of the relationships he maintained and the ways he mattered to his children and his family circle. His life, though cut short, is reflected in the ongoing love and memories of those who survive him.

While the circumstances of his passing were reported in local news, the family’s remembrance focuses on Michael’s role within his household and community—his children, his parents, and the siblings and friends who remember him. He is dearly missed by the many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends who continue to celebrate his life and the moments they shared.