De Golden

Dewitta Nadine Golden was born on December 30, 1958, in Missouri. She passed away on December 4, 2024, in Independence, Missouri. Dewitta, affectionately known as “DE” was a devoted homemaker whose greatest joy came from spending time with her family, particularly her beloved children and grandchildren.

De was the daughter of Grover and Evelyn Golden, sister of James Golden and grew up in Kansas City, Missouri. She moved to California with her parents when she was a teenager and graduated from Long Beach Polytech High School in 1977. She also graduated from college with her associate’s degree in accounting.

Dewitta was a remarkable mother and grandmother. She had a special gift for making everyone feel welcome and cherished, regardless of whether they were related by blood. Her children, Dustin Golden and wife Caludia, Leah Williams and husband Randy, and J.D. Golden, along with her many cherished grandchildren Damon, Cali, Elijah, Daizi, Daison, Sonni, Alannah, Devin, Carson, Asher, Haylee, Lucas, Karmella, Jewelliana, and Austin- were the light of her life. She also held a close daughter bond with Joyce Scribner, Brittany Johnston, Reannan Bazzell, and Danii Cornwell, extending her love and warmth to all. She also had her beloved and devoted cat that would drive her crazy at times “CHANCE.”

She was a gifted listener and the best secret keeper. De was known for her wisdom and compassionate advice. Friends and family alike turned to her for guidance, confident in her non-judgmental approach. Her ability to empower others made them feel worthy and capable of achieving their dreams, a true testament to her nurturing spirit.

Dewitta found joy in music, often filling her home with the sounds of Garth Brooks, Def Leppard, The Judds, we could go on forever with music she liked. She was always wanting to create memories that could be cherished forever. She believed in the message of the “Footprints in the Sand” poem, a reminder of the importance of faith and support.

Her legacy of love, kindness, and support will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew her. Dewitta Nadine Golden will be remembered not only for her role as an amazing mother and grandmother but also for the profound impact she had on the lives of those around her.

The family will be holding a Celebration of Life in the next couple of weeks and will let everyone know the details.

FOOTPRINTS

One night a man had a dream. He dreamed he was walking along the beach with the LORD. Across the sky flashed scenes from his life. For each scene, he noticed two sets of footprints in the sand; one belonged to him, and the other to the LORD.

When the last scene of his life flashed before him, he looked back at the footprints in the sand. He noticed that many times along the path of his life there was only one set of footprints. He also noticed that it happened at the very lowest and saddest times in his life.

This really bothered him, and he questioned the LORD about it, “LORD, you said that once I decided to follow you, you’d walk with me, all the way. But I have noticed that during the most troublesome times in my life, there is only one set of footprints. I don’t understand why when I needed you most you would leave me.”

The LORD replied, “My precious, precious child, I love you and I would never leave you. During your times of trial and suffering, when you see only one set of footprints, it was then that I carried you.”