Comments on: Roland "Stormy" Goss – 1920-2008

By: Nancy Krstich Westphale

Nancy Krstich Westphale — Wed, 27 Apr 2011 02:48:31 +0000

Hi Julie, My dad Walt, did business with your grandfather and his brother back in the 70's. We were talking about them on the phone tonight and my dad wondered whether Stormy was still living so I Googled his name and found your site. I will copy it and send it to my father because he doesn't do the internet….the conversation came up because my nephew, my dad's grandson, Garrett Krstich is going to attend SMU and play football for them. He is going on an academic scholarship but, will walk on and hopes to play quarterback.
I'm sorry to read about your grandfather and your Uncle Tiny….I met them both several times and was amused and impressed with their wonderful stories and memories. It is helpful to have good memories of those we've loved when they are gone.
My best wishes to you and your family,
Nancy Krstich Westphale

By: Bill King

Bill King — Fri, 31 Dec 2010 05:08:28 +0000

Julie, so sorry for your loss. Back in the '60s, as a young official, I had opportunity to officiate high school games with your dad in the Dallas and North Texas area.
Stormy was a great guy and an excellent high school and Southwest Conference official. Stormy and his friend, Bob Finley, took me under their wings and taught me how to become a good official, and I will be forever grateful. I had the honor of working the 1968 Texas High School Championship game with your grandfather at TCU stadium in Fort Worth…. Abilene Cooper vs Austin Reagan, a wonderful experience.
May God bless Roland 'Stormy' Goss

Bill King, retired game official and NFL clock operator.
Houston, TX

By: Bill King

Bill King — Fri, 31 Dec 2010 04:58:37 +0000

Julie, so sorry for your loss. Back in the '60s, as a young official, I had opportunity to officiate high school games with your dad in the Dallas and North Texas area.
Stormy was a great guy and an excellent high school and Southwest Conference official. Stormy and his friend, Bob Finley, took me under their wings and taught me how to become a good official, and I will be forever grateful. I had the honor of working the 1968 Texas High School Championship game with your dad at TCU stadium in Fort Worth…. Abilene Cooper vs Austin Reagan, a wonderful experience.
May God bless Roland 'Stormy' Goss

Bill King, retired game official and NFL clock operator.
Houston, TX

By: Terry Hughes

Terry Hughes — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 03:35:08 +0000

Julie
I work for you granfather for nine year at Stor-All. You uncle David email that Stormy had pass away I was sorry to here it Mr.Goss was a good man. He told me all the stories in office at Stor-All. I Mr Goss is with the Lord and we will all get to see someday. My heart is with you all your family.

Terry

By: anni

anni — Sat, 18 Oct 2008 18:26:39 +0000

julie~
how wonderful that you had a rich heritage with your grandparents as you grew up… that you can still remember those stories… that they're part of you and your story.
i will pray that as your family gathers in dallas, you will tell stories to each other about this great man, and remember him as he really was.

By: john chandler

john chandler — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 12:05:09 +0000

Julie,
Sorry to hear about your grandfather. I pray that your family can cherish and celebrate the stories of his life together this weekend.

By: Erin

Erin — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 04:54:19 +0000

I'm so sorry, Julie. I went through that same thing very recently. Hugs and prayers to you.

By: Kester

Kester — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 20:47:17 +0000

Prayers for you and your family. Sounds like some amazing stories and an amazing man.

By: Maria

Maria — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 15:15:07 +0000

Julie,
Sorry for your loss. I hope this weekend is a good time of reconnecting with family and remembering your grandfather.

Maria

By: Shlomo

Shlomo — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 09:06:03 +0000

B"H

Hi Julie,

I'm sorry to learn of your loss. I pray that you have a safe trip both there and back. Thanks for sharing this news with us.

Peace and blessings in the name of the LORD,

Shlomo