Rita was called home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on May 8, 2020 in Parker, CO after a 2 year battle with Liver Disease. She is survived by her loving husband Bill Golden (Parker, CO), their 2 daughters Kim Austerschmidt (Parker, CO) and Rachelle Eaton (Shawnee, OK), with 3 grandsons David Austerschmidt (Branson, MO), Jonathan Eaton (Parsons, KS), Jordan Eaton (Ada, OK), and her brother Steve Bateman (Hugo, CO). As well there are many Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews and Cousins. She was preceded in death by her Parents Marie and Lee Bateman, Sister and Brother-in-law Mozelle and Glen Clark, and Sister-in-law Laurie Bateman. Rita always held family dear to her and was a dedicated wife, sister, mother and grandmother. But more importantly, she loved God and was a daily walking example of how a Christian should live their life. Due to the unfortunate events in the world, a private service will take place