Steven “Parker” Goss, 63, of Hickory, NC, passed away June 18, 2023 in Durham, NC. Born May 15, 1960 in Indiana, PA, he was the son of the late Thomas Parker Goss and Margaret Ann “Nancy” Ciscel Goss.
Parker grew up in Ohio and Indiana and went on to Indiana University and the University of Dallas where he graduated. He met his wife and lived in Dallas, TX, but spent the last 26 years living in Hickory, NC.
Parker made his career in the furniture business and was employed at Hickory Chair, where he served as President. Known for his leadership, fairness and generosity, his passion was collaborating with the company’s employees and leading Hickory Chair. He was also known for his quick wit humor and putting people at ease. He was beloved by his colleagues.
Parker was an avid sportsman, growing up winning awards for hockey and speed skating. He had a love for the outdoors, including fishing, riding his motorcycles and vacationing by a tropical beach.
He was a devoted husband, father, brother, and son. Parker is survived by his wife of 34 years, Ellen Goss; son, Thomas Goss; daughter, Lauren Goss and sisters, Mary Goss Robino and Margaret Goss.
A Memorial Service will be held at 6:00 p.m. on June 29, 2023 in the Chapel of Drum Funeral Home in Hickory. Rev. Bill Millinor will officiate.
The family will receive friends from 4:30 p.m. until 5:45 p.m. prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association, https://www.heart.org/donate.
Condolences may be sent to the Goss family at www.drumfh-hickory.com.
Drum Funeral Home in Hickory is honored to be serving the Goss family.
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