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John Golden Obituary
John Golden
November 14, 1942
November 9, 2022
Colonel, United States Air Force (Retired), John Lee Golden, age 79, passed away in his home in Montgomery, AL on November 9, 2022. John is survived by his beloved wife of almost 60 years, Joanne Golden, daughter Elizabeth Huntebrinker (husband Rich) and grandchildren Tyler, Chad, Missy & Dyson Huntebrinker. Born November 13, 1942, John graduated from the United States Air Force Academy, Class of 1964. John served the United States Air Force for 28 years, earning the Legion of Merit, the Distinguished Flying Cross with one Oak Leaf Cluster, the Defense Meritorious Service Medal, the Air Medal with six Oak Leaf Clusters and the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Device. A military honors service will be held at the USAFA cemetery on December 2nd at 10:00 a.m. The service is open to all who knew John and want to celebrate his life. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you donate to the Salvation Army or a charity of your choice.
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Lt. Col. Michael H. Sarra, USA (ret.)
December 8, 2022
Offering our sincere condolences to the family during this time of deep sorrow. Commendations to Col. Golden on his distinguished and heroic wartime service. "Welcome Home".
Steve Young
November 28, 2022
The Buckley SFB military Retiree Activities Office (RAO) would like to offer our sincere condolences and our gratitude for Col Golden´s 28 years of distinguished service to our country in the Air Force. If you would like help with any matters related to casualty assistance, Defense Finance & Accounting Service, Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP), Veterans Affairs (VA), etc. you can contact our office on Buckley SFB at 720-847-6693 or [email protected]. The RAO is staffed by volunteers, all military retirees themselves, and our sole purpose is to provide assistance to any military retirees and surviving spouses/family members with anything related to their military service and/or benefits, in particular during difficult times such as this. We are deeply sorry for your loss.
Steve Young
Lt Col, USAF, Ret
Director, Buckley SFB RAO
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