Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
About
FUNERAL HOME
HARRY GOLDEN Obituary
HARRY L. "HAP", passed away in his home in Drexel Hill on October 17, 2013 at the age of 82. He is survived by M. Jeannette Golden, his beloved wife of 54 years, and his children Kathryn, Jane Lawler (Joseph), Mary E. (Molly) McMahon (Christopher), Hugh (Kathleen), Paul (Amy), and Michael. He is also survived by his sister, Nancy Quinn of Fairfield, CT, and his grand-children, Kathryn, William, Jack, Hugh and Emma McMahon, Julia, Clare, Joseph and Ava Lawler, Olivia, Charlotte and Charles Golden, and Michael and Luke Golden.
Mr. Golden was born in Pottsville, PA. He graduated from Cass Township High School and Cheshire Academy in Cheshire, CT. He was a graduate of Yale University, Class of 1954. Mr. Golden was a pilot in the U.S. Air Force, and taught at Conestoga High School in Berwyn, PA, for over 25 years, where he also coached the football and wrestling teams. Mr. Golden was the owner and operator of The Taco House in Center City, Philadelphia, for 33 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Sunday evening from 7:00 to 9:00 P.M. and Monday morning 8:30 to 9:15 A.M. at THE DONOHUE FUNERAL HOME, 8401 West Chester Pike (cor. of Lynn Blvd.), Upper Darby, PA. Mass of Christian Burial, 10:00 A.M., Church of St. Andrew, School Lane and Foss Avenue, Drexel Hill. Interment SS. Peter and Paul Cemetery in Springfield, PA. In lieu of flowers, dona-tions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas 66675.
www.woundedwarriorproject.org.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for HARRY GOLDEN
Nick Beltley
July 24, 2014
Dear Jeanette, As you grieve know that i am remembering you and honoring the memory of Hap. I remember going to Taco House many many times from Bucks county since the late 70's until you closed. I always enjoyed seeing you and Hap when you were there. Always a joy to chat with you both and always had the BEST food too. Thank you for being such wonderfull folks! Thinking of you always, Nick Beltley-Osprey, Fl.
Dorothy Reichwein Horne
November 2, 2013
To Jeannette,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. My thoughts and prayers are with you. One of your classmates at BTHS
Jill Remer
October 24, 2013
Jeanette, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You and Hap were like second parents to all of us at Taco House and I know we all have such fond memories of you both. Thank you for everything, Hap will surely be missed.
Thomas Flynn
October 23, 2013
Dear Mrs. Golden,
Your husband coached our football team at Conestoga in the 70's. He was a good coach and man. My condolences and prayers are with you and your beloved husband, Hap.
Kevin Hufnagel
October 21, 2013
Jeanette, I'm so sorry hear the news today. Even though I haven't seen you guys in many years, I still often think of you both and those days at Taco House. One funny memory I've always kept with me is Hap telling me I was cutting an onion wrong, and I swear every time I cut onions I think of that. All the best to you and the rest of your family in this time of grief.
Gary Knight
October 21, 2013
Jeanette, Tim and I are so sorry for your loss. Hap will be missed dearly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Gary Knight and Timothy Webb
October 20, 2013
Dear Aunt Kathy, sorry for the loss of your dad ... my hope and prayers...
Love
John
Ruth & Jack Falkenstein
October 20, 2013
Jeannette we are sorry for the loss of Hap. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
October 20, 2013
Kathy, so sorry to hear about your Dad, please know my prayers are with you and your family at this time. My the Lord comfort you and give you His peace.
Sister Betty
Mike Enright
October 20, 2013
Jeanette, my heart is with you at this time. Thank you for all of the wonderful memories over the years. You and Hap took care of so many of us as we learned how to live and became young adults. You are truly some of the best people I have ever known.
Barbara Liem
October 20, 2013
Jeannette , deepest sympathy to you and your family. So many years , I recognize the name, and the memories came flowing back!
Barbara Burger Liem ( AHS 1958)
Gordon
October 19, 2013
October 19, 2013
October 19, 2013
October 19, 2013
October 19, 2013
October 19, 2013
October 19, 2013
Jeannette, my deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. It was an honor to know Hap and be a part of the Taco House family. xo, Jen (Kilfara) Polillo
Alfy Burch
October 19, 2013
Condolences to the Family. Nancy I remember you and your brother , Hap, when you lived in Mechanicsville, some 70+ years ago. May his Soul Rest in Peace.
Bob Kleiser
October 19, 2013
Jeannette, So sorry to hear about the loss of Hap, one of my best gardening friends. I'll miss his phone calls and emails. Take care, Bob
October 19, 2013
Jeannette, I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathy to you and yours.
Classmate, Helen Soucheck Lutzkanin.
Showing 1 - 21 of 21 results
Make a Donation
in HARRY GOLDEN's name
Memorial Events
for HARRY GOLDEN
Funeral services provided by:
Donohue Funeral Home - Upper Darby8401 W Chester Pike (at Lynn Boulevard), Upper Darby, PA 19082
How to support HARRY's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor HARRY GOLDEN's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
Sponsored