Eric L. Goss

ERIC L. GOSS

Eric L. Goss, 39, Columbia, MO passed away Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at his home. He was born on January 2, 1987, in Columbia, MO the son of Dale and Gina (Ivy) Goss. On April 29, 2022, he was united in marriage to Sandy (Rains) Goss.

In addition to his wife Sandy, he will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by ten children Bradley Orton, Taylor Orton, Wesley Orton, DJ Orton, Kandyce Gray, Aabriella Gray, McKenzie Goss, Layla Goss, Madison Goss, and Autumn Goss; his parents Dale Goss and Gina Goss; his brother Joseph Goss; four step grandchildren; other relatives and many dear friends. In addition to his infant sister Christa Mae Goss, his grandfather Kenneth Ivy and his great grandma Vinyard preceded him in death.

Eric worked for Kraft/Hines in Columbia, MO for several years. He loved fishing, hunting, BBQ’s, being outdoors and spending time with his family and friends.

A celebration of life will be from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm on Sunday, June 14, 2026, at the Oliver Funeral Home, Centralia, MO. Memorial contributions may be made to the family, payable to Oliver Funeral Home, P.O. Box 125, Centralia, MO 65240. Condolences may also be made to the family at www.oliverfuneralhome.net