William Frederick Goosmann Jr. aged 90, passed away on November 14, 2013. In keeping with his wishes, cremation has taken place. "The Big Goose" will be remembered as a loving father and husband. He was preceded in death by his wife Donna Jean Goosmann, and is survived by their children; Kathryn Langan, Mark Goosmann, William Goosmann III all of Colorado, Paul Goosmann of Grand Rapids, and Ann Goosmann-Murphy of Marquette, as well as many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Bill proudly served his country with the United States Navy in the Pacific during WWII and was a kamikaze survivor and Purple Heart recipient. He was a retiree of GM, Past Potentate of Saladin Shrine Grand Rapids, and a 33rd Degree Mason. Please join his family on December 7, 2013 at 1 pm for a service and reception at the Saladin Shrine Center (4200 Saladin Drive SE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546). Masonic Services will be provided by the Doric Lodge 342, and Military Honors under the auspices of The American Legion Furniture City Post 258 Color Guard will follow. Memorial contributions in memory of William Frederick Goosmann Jr. may be made to Shriners Hospitals for Children.
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