Stanley Ray Gose, age 63 of Vicksburg, died Wednesday, April 10, 2019 at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo. He was born in Sturgis on June 18, 1955 the son of James M. and Leona R. (Gorsline) Gose. Stanley graduated from Vicksburg High School with the class of 1973. He was employed at Simpson Paper Company in Vicksburg for 23 years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and golf. He was a big Detroit Tigers fan and always looked forward to trips to the ballpark.

Stanley was married to Susan Elizabeth Abbott on Aug. 6, 1977 in Vicksburg. She survives along with three children, Michael Gose, Michele (Dan) Ochko, and Melissa Gose all of Vicksburg; special friends Joe (Cecilia) Fritz; and his faithful dogs, Noah and Romeo. He was preceded in death by his parents; baby brother, Robert Gose, and close friend, Art Shultz.

Graveside services are 2 pm Monday, April 15, 2019 in Vicksburg Cemetery with Rev. Chris Salter officiating. Memorial donations may be directed to the American Cancer Society or to the ASPCA. Arrangements were by the Eickhoff Funeral Home of Mendon. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.eickhofffuneralhome.com