Elizabeth Gertrude Gould

Born in Los Angeles, CA, on February 24, 1922, and passed away on December 17, 2012, in Monterey, California. She was the daughter of Thomas P. Finnerty and Gertrude Spieckermann. She was preceded in death by her brother, Thomas Finnerty, and sister, Mary Ann Kriste. She lived a life filled with joys, beloved by her friends and acquaintances in Orinda and Carmel. Her faith was an important part of her life. After she moved to Carmel, her Catholic faith and her attendance at daily mass at the Carmel Mission continued to be a focus in her life. She married Richard S. Gould of San Francisco in 1942 at the Carmel Mission. She and Richard planned to return to Carmel when they retired, after raising their children in Los Angeles and Orinda. Unfortunately, Richard passed away in 1968. Elizabeth was still determined to move to Carmel, eventually relocating there in 1979. Richard and Elizabeth were blessed with 8 children: Thomas P. Gould, John D. Gould, Barbara Jean Ferdon (deceased), Christopher J. Gould, Mary E. Doerr (deceased), Robert W. Gould, Timothy M. Gould, and Catherine T. Warfield. Elizabeth was a devoted wife and mother. Her joy was her family; she gave generously of herself to them. Her most endearing qualities were her enthusiasm and optimistic attitude. Her family and friends always remarked about the kindness, thoughtfulness, and joy she possessed. Elizabeth is survived by 9 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, and numerous other relatives. Elizabeth was a member of the following organizations: Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem; the Secular Carmelites OCDS; and the Carmel Mission Basilica Altar Society, past president. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Friday, January 4, at 1:00 PM at Carmel Mission Basilica. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to the Carmelite Monastery, 27601 Highway 1, Carmel, CA 93923 or to the Carmel Mission, 3080 Rio Road, Carmel, CA 93923.