Michael Scott Golden Sr.
Michael Scott Golden Sr., known to family and friends as Scott, 69, of Clinton, passed away July 27, 2026.
Scott lived a life defined by service, advocacy and hard work. A proud U.S. Navy chief petty officer who served aboard the USS Midway, he remained committed to supporting his fellow veterans long after his military service ended.
He contributed to advocacy and legislative efforts that helped shape major updates to the GI Bill. He traveled frequently to Washington, D.C., as part of his advocacy work and helped advance legislation establishing government contracting set-asides for veteran-owned businesses, providing veterans with opportunities comparable to those available to other federally recognized disadvantaged business groups.
Scott was actively involved with Rolling Thunder, a veterans motorcycle advocacy organization, and served as president of a local chapter. Through that work, he rode in support of veterans’ rights, accountability for prisoners of war and those missing in action, and proper recognition for those who served.
Throughout his career, Scott led and supported major staffing efforts during times of national need. He helped coordinate personnel following hurricanes Katrina, Rita and Wilma. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he worked with McKesson Corp. to recruit and organize workers who stocked warehouses supporting Moderna’s vaccine operations. He also collaborated with an Australian team working to develop safer military vehicles.
Scott enjoyed riding his motorcycle, working out at the gym and caring for his lawn, landscaping and garden. Above all, he loved his family deeply and took great pride in providing for and spending time with those closest to him.
Scott was preceded in death by his parents, J.C. Golden and Nell Golden; brother, Walter Golden; and grandparents, Cecil and Louise Golden and Walter and Delilah Davis.
He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Mary L. Golden; son, Michael Scott Golden II and his wife, Yulun; daughter, Maria Nia and her husband, Rez; sister, Janelle Golden; and other extended family members and special friends.
The family received friends from noon-2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8, 2026, at Holley-Gamble Funeral Home. The Campbell County Honor Guard presented military honors at 2 p.m., with the funeral service immediately following.
Holley-Gamble Funeral Home is proud to serve the Golden family.
