Jerald “Jerry” L. Golden

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Jerald “Jerry” L. Golden, 57, of Olathe, Kansas, passed away peacefully following a brief illness on June 19, 2026.

A Celebration of Life will be held from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at the family home. Family and friends are invited to attend and share memories of Jerry.

Jerry will be remembered for his passionate conversations about his beloved Kansas City Chiefs, Kansas City Royals, and Kansas Jayhawks men’s basketball. Every football Saturday brought lively debates over football about whether Nebraska or Georgia had the better program. Beyond sports, Jerry had a deep love for music. He enjoyed playing the drums and guitar and listening to his favorite bands loudly. Jerry was employed at Westlake Ace Hardware, where he shared his passion for grilling, smoking, and outdoor cooking.

He is survived by his wife, Sylvia J. Golden; son, Jordan A. Golden; step-sons, John (J.) Lea and Jessie A. Lea; brother, Bob Capps; and sisters, Jacki Buckalew and Anne Reutzel.

Jerry’s humor, enthusiasm, music, and unwavering love of sports will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

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  1. Cameron Wallace on June 25, 2026 at 7:15 am

    Jerry was assistant manager at the western Olathe Westlake when I was there. I greatly enjoyed the small amount of time we got to spend together. He and I would often work outside early in the morning before the store opened, cleaning up and consolidating the outdoor plants before customers would arrive. We would crack jokes and share bits about what was going on in our lives. I always appreciated the interest he showed and enjoyed when he would share about his family with me.

    Jerry was a good boss and a great person to be around. Sincere condolences to his family and may he Rest in Peace.



  2. Judy Sorenson on June 25, 2026 at 2:18 pm

    Oh Sylvia! I’m so sorry to hear of Jerry’s passing. You all are in my thoughts and prayers!



  3. Karen Counsell on June 25, 2026 at 6:57 pm

    Sylvia and family I am very sorry Thor the loss of your husband.

    My deepest condolence’s.

    💐



  4. Kent and Lorie Swenson on June 26, 2026 at 9:18 am

    Sylvia, so sorry to hear of your loss. Glad the two of you got together for as long as you did.



  5. Michael Axiotis on June 26, 2026 at 10:38 am

    Sylvia and Family, I’m so very sorry for your loss. This really saddened me to hear. Jerry was really one of a kind and I was lucky enough to get to know him. I only wish I kept in better contact with him. I had the most authentic conversations with him and enjoyed his humor, philosophies and just talking about life. May his memory be eternal. Rest easy JG.



  6. Jean Conway on July 8, 2026 at 3:23 pm

    I am so sorry to hear of Jerry’s passing. Prayers for the family.



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