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DON GOLDEN
Born: Dec 28, 1915
Date of Passing: Aug 28, 2014
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryDON GOLDEN December 28, 1915 - August 28, 2014 It is with full but heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passage of Don Golden on Thursday, August 28, 2014 at the age of 98. The eldest of four children born to Russian immigrants Sholom and Rashe Golden, Don and his siblings worked tirelessly throughout the Great Depression to provide for the family. Following his tour of duty with the RCAF during the Second World War, Don returned home to establish his family, and begin his multi-faceted career in business. Don was an exceptional physical specimen throughout his life, and loved training at the gym (and astounding onlookers) until his final year. As a founder of the Manitoba Institute of Sculptors and Artists, Don was able to give his creative side full rein, and pursued his passion for stone sculpture well into his 90s. He is survived by his wife Evelyn, sister Frances, daughter Darlene and son Gary (Monica). Also left to mourn are granddaughters Erin and Alyssa, grandson Sean, stepsons Leslie (Neri, Barbra, Jessica) and Mortie (Ellise, Rhees, Annalise), as well as many nieces, nephews and friends. He was predeceased by his parents, brother David, sister Esther, and first wife Helen. The family would like to thank Rene and Trudy and the entire staff of 3 South at the Grace for their friendship, and compassionate care and attention in his last days. Don had requested that his body be donated for medical research, so, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Don's name to the Salvation Army. A celebration for Don will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 2 at the Tuxedo Village Recreation Centre, 65 Swindon Way, Winnipeg.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 30, 2014
Condolences & Memories (3 entries)
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Don was s fellow sculptor. I admired him and his art, his drive , his patience, his passion, his lust for life. He was awesome. His admired my work as a sculptor and he made sure that I knew it! He encouraged me all of the time. I hope he knew how much I admired his talent and his beautiful works of art. MARBLE non the less. With chisels and sandpaper. It is not a fast process, which is why I admired his patience. I'll miss him. When I think of Don, I feel happy. I smile. - Posted by: Michel Bilodeau (Artist friend) on: Sep 10, 2015
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Don was as mentioned above, in shocking shape for a person in their 90's. I had the pleasure of meeting him and sculpting with him for a few years before he stopped sculpting. He would walk half way across the city to the studio and take the bus home. He worked in marble often, and let me tell you no one else does in the the studio currently. Marble is one of the harder stones to sculpt with due to its actual hardness and like myself Don had a habit of sanding meticulously by hand. Needless to say he was ageless in my mind. More importantly anyone who knew Don can see that big smile he had most of the time if they picture him(he smiled that much!). Having been around him at the studio inspired me in so many ways, and he was more than generous with his time. Don made me feel like a peer rather than the new guy, and would even ask my opinion on occasion which I found amusing. Don's sculptures are amazing and he certainly needed no help from me or anyone else. I only knew him for a few short years but, he made a lasting impression. My sincerest respect to the family. - Posted by: Reid Bricker (Grandson of Manuel Bricker and current president at MISA Inc. The sculpting studio founded by Don) on: Sep 07, 2014
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I'm real sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. It's always hard to lose a parent. Be thankful you had so many years with your wonderful father. My thoughts are with you and Erin. - Posted by: Barb Malchuk (Friend of Darlene) on: Aug 30, 2014