John Paul Golden

John Paul Golden obituary

John Paul Golden

Upcoming Events

Oct

4

Graveside service

11:00 a.m.

Gumgrove Cemetery

Kingsland, AR

Send Flowers

John Golden Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by A Natural State Funeral Service & Crematory on Sep. 26, 2025.

Publish in a newspaper

John Paul Golden, 71 of Pine Bluff departed this life September 24, 2025 at home. He was a Christian attending New Life Church. He was born December 26, 1953 to William Leftridge Golden and Dollie Alene Culligan Golden.

John was preceded in death by his parents and brothers Weldon Leftridge Golden, James Oliver Golden, William Wayne Golden, Ronald Rubin Golden and Charles Edward Golden; sisters Mary Francis Cooper and Jo Ann Reid.

Survivors include his wife of 14 years Brenda Bass Golden, Mother-in-law Thelma Bass. Bonus kids Carrie Brock (Brian), Nina Durham (Alton), and Chad Lester (Nikki). Sisters Alene Thompson, Pauline Davis, Cletis Cullins, Betty Robinson, Judy Hays and Brother-in-law Johnny Hays. He is Uncle John to around 300 nephews and nieces.

Private graveside service is October 4 at 11 am at Gumgrove Cemetery at Kingsland. Pastor Joseph Brown, Associate Pastor of New Life Church at Pine Bluff will officiate.

Arrangements by A Natural State Funeral Service 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas 72076. 501-982-3400. Online guestbook available at www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

How to support John'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
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

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 more
Resources 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
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

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 more
Ways to honor John 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
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

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

Upcoming Events

Oct

4

Graveside service

11:00 a.m.

Gumgrove Cemetery

Kingsland, AR

Send Flowers