Minerva Golden, was born on December 17, 1944, in Quitman, Georgia, to the late Sarah and Robert Holden, who instilled in her the values of faith, compassion, and perseverance. From a young age, she carried a gentle spirit and a loving heart that would define her life and the way she cared for others.

Minerva was the matriarch of her family and known for her kindness, quiet strength, and warm smile that made everyone feel welcome. She carried herself with dignity and grace in all that she did. She found joy in life's simple pleasures; baking for her family and spending meaningful time with those she loved most.

On July 12, 1960, she married her beloved husband, Frank Golden Sr., and together they built a home filled with love, devotion, and unwavering support.

From this union, four children were born. She was a proud mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and friend, whose greatest happiness came from seeing her family united and thriving.

Minerva was a devoted woman of faith. She was a member of St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, and upon returning home to Quitman, Georgia, she continued her service at Simmon Hill Missionary Baptist Church. As a faithful servant and Deaconess, she loved the Lord deeply and instilled that same love and foundation of faith in her children and grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her son, Frank Golden Jr.; her sisters, Alice Mae Hollis and Virgil Mae Hill; and her brother, Ellis Holden Sr. Minerva leaves to cherish her loving memory and lasting legacy her devoted husband, Frank Golden Sr.; her children, William Golden, Jennifer Golden, Cassandra Reynolds (Isaac Sr.); her brother, Pete Holden; her grandchildren, Tashila (Mo), Sharelle, Christopher, Brittney, Isaac Jr., Jordan, Marquis, Collin; her great grandchildren, Jaiden, Donovan, Joseph, Izabella, Leianah, Leilany, Iverson, Leilany and great-great grandchild, Jaicier. She also leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, dear friends, and her beloved church family.

Her legacy is one of faith, love, resilience, and quiet strength; a beautiful example that will continue to live on in all who were blessed to know and love her.

Though she may be gone from our sight, her love, her lessons, and her spirit will remain in our hearts forever.

Funeral services are Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 3:00 P.M. at Simmon Hill Missionary Baptist Church in Dixie, Georgia with Pastor James Huewitt, Sr. officiating. Burial followed at the Simmon Hill Church Cemetery. To access livestream of the service and share condolences with the family, we invite you to visit our website at stevensmcgheefuneralhome.com Stevens-McGhee Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.