Kenneth Gene Golden, age 65 of Rhinelander, died unexpectedly Thursday, Nov. 26, 2020, at home. He was born May 17, 1955, in Milwaukee to Ted and Carol (Surname) Golden.

Ken is survived by his mother, Carol of Minocqua; daughters, Valerie (Blake) Poynter of Superior, and Natalie (Benjamin) Mullaney of St. Paul, Minn.; four grandchildren; his sister, Sue (Jim) Fowler; and long time partner, Debbie Dervetski of Rhinelander.

He is preceded in death by his father.

In his memory, please wear a mask and keep social distance. A service will be held at a later date, when he will be laid to rest at the Northwoods National Cemetery. (Carlson Funeral Home)