Ann Goss

Asheville - Edith Ann McElrath Goss, 76, of Asheville, passed away Wednesday, July 10, 2013 at the Laurels of Green Tree Ridge. A lifelong resident of Buncombe County, Mrs. Goss was a resident of Asheville Terrace Apartments, where she lovingly served as librarian. She, along with her late husband Jim, co-owned and operated Quality Upholstery for many years. She was a member of Montmorenci United Methodist Church. Mrs. Goss walked everyday with her Lord, and never waivered in her faith. She was a fearless and beloved mother, courageous woman, and a friend to all. She was quick to offer compassion and generosity to friend or stranger, always being careful never to draw attention to herself. She loved her family, her wonderful friends at Asheville Terrace, and her church family. Mrs. Goss was the daughter of the late Jack and Hazel Ridley McElrath, and the wife of the late James Nathan Jim Goss. She was also preceded in death by a son, John; and a brother, Jack Edward McElrath. Surviving are her children: Kathy Ballard and husband Terry of Asheville, and Steven Hendrix and wife Deborah of St. Croix, US Virgin Islands; and very close friends: Charlotte and Brian Ronie. At the request of Mrs. Goss, no service or visitation will be planned at this time. Memorial donations may be made to Montmorenci United Methodist Church, PO Box 610, Candler, NC 28715. Kathy and Terry would like to express a special and heartfelt Thank You to the staff of the Laurels of Green Tree Ridge, Dr. Rabi Kutob, Jan McNamera, and the 10th Floor staff of Mission Hospitals St. Joseph Campus, all of whom our mother loved so very much.