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MACKINAW - William "Bill" James Golden, 72, of Mackinaw, Ill., passed away at 9 p.m. Monday, Aug. 19, 2013, at OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice Home in Peoria.
Bill was born June 24, 1941, in Pekin to William A. and Elizabeth O'Keefe Golden. They preceded him in death.
Also preceding him in death was one sister.
Bill is survived by one son, Charles A. (Marissa) Golden of Mackinaw; two daughters, Sarah J. (Josh) Brainerd of Angier, N.C., and Samantha R. Golden of Tremont; and two grandchildren.
Bill was a 1959 graduate of Deer-Creek Mackinaw High School.
He worked on the family farm before enlisting in the United States Marine Corps. Bill was extremely proud of his service in the Marines.
He was very kindhearted to many of the youth in the Mackinaw area. Bill operated a business for more than 20 years in Mackinaw, providing jobs for many young men. He also coached youth baseball. Bill always went out of his way to help those in need.
He was a member of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church in Morton.
Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Aug. 23, 2013, at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church in Morton. Father Fabien Soguon will officiate. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 22, 2013, at Haensel Funeral Home in Mackinaw. Burial will be at Lakeview Cemetery in Pekin, with military rites provided at the grave.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice Home Playground Fund at 8630 N. Illinois Route 91, Peoria, IL 61615.
Online condolences may be made at www.haenselfuneralhome.com.
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Our condolences to the Golden family. Bill and I were close in earlier years especially when he took me on a trip to FL after I graduated from Spalding. I loved to help out on the farm with Uncle Bill and Billy. Sorry he didn't meet his new granddaughter. God Bless,
Cousin Bryant Welch & Ruth
Bryant Welch
August 26, 2013
So sorry to hear of Bill's illness and passing. He was always so pleasant, with a kind word and a smile. Would give to anyone in need and was quick to offer help. Our kids went to school with his and all three inherited their father's generous heart. Our sincere sympathy goes out to them.
Earl & Terry Kallmbah
August 25, 2013
I'm so sorry for your lost Esther and the kids. He was one the most kind man I've met, and enjoyed working for him and you. God bless.
Kristi (Ellis)Dully
August 23, 2013
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH MR. GOLDEN'S FAMILY AND FRIENDS DURING THIS TIME OF LOSS. "SEMPER FI" PEORIA LEATHERNECKS, MARINE CORPS LEAGUE. DET.#81
August 21, 2013
My daughter Marissa & I are so very sorry for your loss. Bill was such a gentleman and as sweet as could be. He was a good friend to our mom at the assisted living home. We enjoyed his company and was always wearing his Marine jacket--a proud VET!He gave us a card out of his deck and I just happened to look at it yesterday,I thought of him. We are very sorry.
Wendy Melaga
August 21, 2013
My condolences to the Family of William Golden. May you find some comfort in the ppayers that go out to your family at this time.
Molly Salter
August 21, 2013
I'm very sorry to hear about Bill's death. My family got to know him at Courtyard Estates as he was a very good friend to our mother, Sandra Sopher. He was a very kind man. Our thoughts are with you at this time.
Jennifer Sopher Stout
August 21, 2013
I'm so sorry Esther, I really loved my cousin! Love you! Jenny
Jennifer Feagin
August 21, 2013
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