❀❁In Loving Memory
Deaconess
Golda Idan
1972 — 2026
53 YEARS
Forever Loved · Never Forgotten
"Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints." — Psalm 116:15
Life & Legacy
A Life Well Lived
Born in 1972 and called home in 2026, Deaconess Golda Idan lived 53 years rich in faith, laughter, and selfless love.
From the soil of Ghana to her cherished community in Harrisburg, she carried the gospel in her smile and the warmth of home in her hands. Through her ministry to children, her care for the Women's Ministry, and her unwavering devotion to family, she became a mother to many.
Her story continues in every heart she touched.
Chapter One
Golda
A life of grace, faith and love
A mother's love, eternal
Her radiant smile
A woman of faith
Cherished Christmas mornings
A quiet moment of grace
Honored in kente and crown
Radiant in purple
Grace against the countryside
Autumn elegance in kente
Sunny day, beautiful smile
Stunning in red
Floral smiles in the sun
Warm at home
Painted in grace — teal in the meadow
Regal in royal blue
A radiant selfie
Chapter 49 — Fabulous since 1972
A radiant smile in purple
Golden African print, sunny day
Elegant in navy and gold
Chapter Two
Family Memories
“Her children rise up and call her blessed.” — Proverbs 31:28
With loved ones
A devoted mother
Beloved mother
Celebrating mother's 79th
Three generations of love
A grandmother's love
Watching her grandchildren
Sharing love with her son
Celebrating together
A mother's pride
Family, together
Thanksgiving with the whole family
Proud parents at graduation
Family gathered at home
Game day with her boys
A mother's love with her son
Dressed in white with her children
A sweet selfie with her son
Selfie with her girl, Ghana proud
A family dressed in love
Family night at the theater
Family Christmas in matching pajamas
Cozy Christmas cuddles with her boy
Thanksgiving gathered around the table
Celebrating a family birthday together
Chapter Three
With Her Beloved Husband
“Two are better than one… a threefold cord is not quickly broken.” — Ecclesiastes 4:9,12
Painted in love — Golda & her beloved husband
Forever side by side
A bond of a lifetime
Together, hand in hand
Their wedding day — cutting the cake
Cozy moments with her beloved
Side by side, always
A loving embrace
Dressed for a special occasion
At the Sankofa gala with her beloved
Road trip selfie with her husband
Their wedding day — joined as one
Chapter Four
Faith, Church & Service
A Faithful Servant of God
Hands that served the Lord
Leading worship with the children
Harrisburg Central Assembly
Church family gathering
Serving in COP purple
Holiness unto the Lord
Chapter Five
Children's Ministry
“Let the little children come to me.” — Matthew 19:14
Serving with the children's ministry
Loved by the little ones
Sunday school memories
Teaching little hands and hearts
Performance by Children's Ministry
Joyful day with the children
The children sing in her honor
Voices lifted in tribute
Ice cream Sunday with the children
Sweet treats and smiles
The children's choir sings
A little angel in Sunday school
Preparing the children's pageant
Birthday celebration with the children
Blessed — making birthday wishes
Cheering on her little soccer star
Proud mother at the soccer field
Talent Hunt 2023 with the children
Children's ministry in purple and white
Chapter Six
Women's Fellowship
Sisters in faith, united in love
Women's Ministry sisters
Women's Ministry gathering
Standing together in faith
Cherished sisterhood
Sisters of the Women's Ministry
Proud member of Today's Woman
Cheek to cheek with a dear sister
Women's Ministry — robed in honor
Women's Ministry — mother and daughter
Sisters of the Women's Ministry
Silly moments with the girls
Preaching the Word with conviction
Women's ministry summer gathering
Chapter Seven
Friends & Community
Lives Touched · Gathered in Love
Surrounded by community
Honored at the Teachers' Conference
Recognized for her dedication
Giving back to the community
Outreach in action
Created with purpose
Mentoring the next generation
Dressed in celebration
Celebrating with a dear friend
Volunteers serving with joy
Talent Hunt 2023 at the National Office
A joyful friendship
Surrounded by family and friends
Meeting President Jimmy Carter
Honored at the national convention
Chapter Eight
Joyful Memories
Celebrating a life well lived
Cherished moments
Family day at Hersheypark
Summer fun in the rainbow sprinkler
Christmas joy
Warm wishes by the tree
Cooling off with the kids
Picnic day in lavender
Ice cream joy with the kids
Celebrating 48 years
Chapter Nine
Scripture & Tribute
I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.
2 Timothy 4:7