Goldie Fern Steinman Troutwine

Goldie Steinman Troutwine departed this life on July 24, 2024. Her parents were Luke and Eva Melinda Steinman. She was raised in Parnell, Missouri. Her family consisted of the parents and 16 children. 

Goldie married Virgil Troutwine in 1941 and soon after they moved to Independence. She always referred to both places as her hometown. They had been married for 61 years. Virgil and Goldie had four children: Virgil Jr., Cecil (wife Carol), Twila (husband Richard), and Stephen. Three grandchildren: Cecil Alan Jr., Chad, and Chris; eight great-grandchildren; Nick, Nathan, Libby, Lexi, Penny, Charley, Emmanuelle, and August, and one great-great-grandchild; Skylar. 

Goldie worked for Milgram Grocery Store for 38 years and was named "Checker of the Year" several times. She was an active member of Beaumont Baptist Church for over 50 years.

Goldie was active in the Democratic Party and was elected committeewoman several times. She also was the recipient of the Truman Award. 

Goldie is the last of the brothers and sisters and is also preceded in death by her husband Virgil Sr. and her son, Virgil Jr. 

She lived a happy life, enjoyed her family, and was always ready to go somewhere. A family and close friends service will be on July 28, 2024. In memory of Goldie, in lieu of flowers, food, or donations, please do a kind act for someone who may really need it.