Frederick Douglas

Golden

Frederick Douglas Golden, 75, of Rockford departed this earthly life October 28, 2026. He was born June 18, 1951 in E. St. Louis, IL; the son of Fred Golden and Doretha Ezell. Frederick lived 37 years in Rockford coming from E. St. Louis, in 1989. He married the former Mary Joiner Cooper, in Rockford, in 2001. Frederick was a self-employed mechanic over 45 years. He graduated from Hughes High School in E. St. Louis.

Frederick leaves to cherish many loving memories, three daughters, Patrcia Rodgers of E. St. Louis, IL; Tundra Loveless of Atlanta, GA; and Laronda (Jerry) Gulley; two sons, Fredrico Jenkins, Springfield, IL and Amos Winters of E. St. Louis, IL; 25 grandchildren and 31 great grandchildren; sister, Rose (Vittorio) Blaylock; a host of nieces, nephews cousins, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his wife, parents, four sisters, and one brother.

Memorial services will be held Saturday, November 14, 2026 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Rockford Knights Club 1429 Myott Avenue, Rockford, IL 61103