Jacqueline E. Goldstein

Jacqueline E. “Jackie” Goldstein, 75, passed away Wednesday, May 31, 2023, at her home in McPherson.  Formerly of Dunedin, FL, Jackie has lived in McPherson from 1965 to 1987 and from 2014 to present.  Jackie worked at Farmer’s Alliance as a computer operator.

Jackie was born February 22, 1948, in Paterson, New Jersey, the daughter of Edward W. and Grace R. (Holmes) Goldstein.  She graduated from Eastside High School in Paterson, and in 1965, came to McPherson, KS to attend McPherson College.  In 1987, she returned to Florida to care for her mother for 17 years.  Having so many Kansas friends brought her back to McPherson in 2014.

Jackie always looked forward to her summers in Maine, boating, fishing, and spending time with friends.  She was a member of the Weary Club in Norway, Maine. 

She is survived by a niece, Jennifer Goldstein Frank of Centennial, CO ; a great-niece, Eva Lynn Frank of Centennial, CO, a sister-in-law, Marjorie Goldstein of Centennial, CO, and numerous friends, who Jackie considered to be her family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and a brother, Seth Goldstein.

A celebration of Jackie’s life will be from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, Thursday, June 8, at the American Legion Post #24 in McPherson.

Memorial donations may be given to McPherson Opera House in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 N. Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.