In the story the grave grass quivers how is Eli Goble's ''gift'' to the community ironic?

In the story "The Grave Grass Quivers," Eli Goble's "gift" to the community is ironic because it is initially perceived as a positive contribution due to his ability to predict deaths. However, this gift ultimately brings fear and unease to the community as they realize the implications of his predictions. The irony lies in the fact that a gift meant to bring comfort and closure ends up causing distress and paranoia among the townspeople.