Gerald L Holt

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Visitation Schedule
First Assembly of God Church
513 N. Missouri
West Memphis, AR  72301
Saturday, July 30, 2016
10:00am to 12:00pm
Service Schedule
First Assembly of God Church
513 N. Missouri
West Memphis, AR  72301
Saturday, July 30, 2016
12:00pm
Cemetery
Crittenden Memorial Park
2206 Highway 64 West
Marion, AR  72364
Memorial Contributions
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
262 Danny Thomas Place
Memphis, TN  38105


American Diabetes Association
5583 Murray Ave
Memphis, TN  38119
Gerald L Holt

of West Memphis, AR

May 31, 1923 - July 25, 2016

Gerald L. Holt, 93, of West Memphis, AR passed away July 25, 2016.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruby Holt; his parents, M.L. and Amy Holt; his son, Harold Holt; 2 brothers; and 4 sisters.

He is survived by his daughter, Diane Holt of Crawfordsville, AR; his grand-kitty, ''Mr. Kitty''; and many nieces and nephews.

Mr. Holt was a member of Earle 1st Assembly of God. He also attended West Memphis Church of God and West Memphis 1st Assembly of God. He served as Deacon, Song Director, and the Sunday School Superintendent.

When dad and mom moved to Crawfordsville in 1954, he started working at People's Gin at night and for Lion Oil Company in the daytime. Before moving to Crawfordsville, they worked in the fields for several years. Dad started working for Texaco Petroleum products in 1957 till 1987. Then he worked for E. Ritter Oil Company for 6 years. In the fall he worked for O'Neal and Son hauling rice, beans, and wheat to the mill. After mom died in 1996 he started working for Big Star from 1997 until 2004. After recovering from an illness in 2006, he started working at Marion Market Place from 2006 until 2011. He worked until he was 88 years old.

Dad's life was working, eating at Cracker Barrel, going to church, and telling jokes and funny stories. He never met a stranger.

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8 Condolence(s)
Linda G. Williams
Marion, AR
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Wednesday, August 3, 2016

Diane I am sorry I could not be there for you. Like many others have said, "I hate we have lost such a good man", Your
Dad was still a card as much as he ever was. He always had a smile.

Diane there is anything I can do for you please do not hesitate to call upon me.

Love ya girl,
Linda G. Williams

Cheyenne
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Friday, July 29, 2016

For all the days you made my days brighter and the joy you brought into my life! I couldn't ever thank you enough, sunshine. You and your family will be in my prayers.

Sharon Ayers
West Memphis,
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Friday, July 29, 2016

Diane,
I want you to know Daniel, Lauren and I are thankful for the time we were all together. The pain of hospice was made less because of you and your precious Dad!
His smile and yours made each day better.
They are both rejoicing today in heaven.
All our love and prayers.
Sharon Ayers and Lauren

Nannette & OD Baker
Marion, AR
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Thursday, July 28, 2016

Diane, I'm sorry to hear about your Daddy. He was such a sweet sweet man & I remember first meeting him at Marion marketplace. He's walking the streets of gold now!

Brenda McGruder
Heth,
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Wednesday, July 27, 2016

Diane,I am so sorry about your Dad! I enjoyed attending the nutrition class behind CRH in West Memphis with ya'll! You will be in my thoughts & prayers!

Brenda McGruder

Wanda Carpenter
Marion, AR
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Wednesday, July 27, 2016

Diane,
Thank you for sharing your sweet dad with us at First Assembly of God in West Memphis. He truly was a precious soul! Praying for you in the coming days ahead.

Wanda Carpenter

Lori bounds
jonesboro,
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Tuesday, July 26, 2016

Love you and will be prayingforyou.Lori and edEddie Bounds

Annette Riley McWilliams
Biloxi, MS
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Tuesday, July 26, 2016

Diane
I'm so sorry for the loss of your dad. Our dad's worked together and we're friends for many years. They are now joined together again as friends in heaven with the lord. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Annette Riley Cole McWilliams