of Harrison, AR
July 10, 1958 - March 13, 2015
John Henry Holt, age 56, of Harrison, passed away Friday, March 13, 2015, at Hospice of the Hills in Harrison. He was born July 10, 1958, in Harrison, the son of Rebern Joe and Marcia Nell Holt.
John was of the Baptist faith and attended Olvey Bible Church. He was a lifelong resident of Harrison and retired from the Harrison Fire Department. He was the owner of several businesses in Harrison including Holt Bonding Company and Holt Leather Company and sponsored several youth sports programs. He was an avid fisherman and tournament fisherman, former member the International Pro Rodeo Association, Arkansas Cowboys Association, and Harrison Roundup Club.
As a youth he was a member of 4-H and FFA and received the American Farmer Award. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, roping and anything outdoors. He drove for Ready Transportation until he could no longer. Besides his daughter and grandchildren, his dog Pete was his pride and joy. John was the fighter of fighters and fought a long battle with cancer.
John is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Brittney Holt Breedlove and Dusty of Valley Springs; his mother, Marcia Holt Roberts of Everton; his brother and sister-in-law, Marvin Joe Holt and wife Lisa of Harrison; his grandchildren, Reid and Reese Breedlove; his nephews, Matt and Michael Holt; his Yorkie, Pete; and many dear friends. He was preceded in death by his father; his grandparents, Rebern Henry and Lorene Watkins Holt and J.M. and Janelle Riley Atkins.
Visitation was Sunday, March 15, 2015, at the funeral home.
Funeral service was Monday March 16, 2015, at Roller-Christeson Funeral Home, with Bro. Bobby Brown officiating.
Interment was in Maplewood Cemetery.
Funeral honors were provided by the Harrison Fire Department Honors Guard.
Pallbearers: Cliff Barnett, Rick Griffin, Eddie Mark Edwards, David Breedlove, Mark Billings, Terry Sims, Mitch Young and Danny Hickman.
Honorary Pallbearers: Joey Paul, Jack Buddy Holt, Donnie and Judi Fontana, Verl Martin, Rex Brazell, Esther Nicholson, Carolyn Humphrey, Dr. Clary and active and retired Harrison Fire Department Members
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Olvey Bible Church, 9436 Hwy. 62 East, Harrison, AR 72601 or Hospice of the Hills, PO Box 1927, Harrison, AR 72601
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29 Condolence(s)
nessa
Wednesday, March 25, 2015
I would like to express my sincere condolences to the loss of your loved one.In the scriptures Job 14:14,15 and John 5:28, God promises that he will resurrect our loved ones in the near future .I hope that Jehovah , the God of comfort grant you peace.
'Uncle' Russ Morgan
Wednesday, March 18, 2015
Doggone it how did I miss this, Your Passing.. so Unexpected..
Bless your heart , and your families... I'm just blown away.
You're such a private person, how would we know that you were in the midst of a medical conflict.
If it's any consolation, I'm glad our paths crossed, your memories will always saluted on this street...Sigh...........
.See you on the other side.
Kelly Davis
Monday, March 16, 2015
So sorry to hear the news of John's passing. Thinking of the your family during this time. John will be missed by many.
Kevin Gibson and Family
Monday, March 16, 2015
He will be missed by all. Keep everyone in our prayers.
bettina miller
Monday, March 16, 2015
I will miss hearing Johns voice calling the office. Prayers to the whole family.
G. A. & Betty Nelle
Sunday, March 15, 2015
Our prayers & thoughts are
with you.
Vickie Rainbolt
Sunday, March 15, 2015
Marvinand family so sorry for your lost. Prayers for you and your family to get through this difficult time
Tawnya Cape
Saturday, March 14, 2015
My thoughts are with the family. This isnt good bye my friend, just see you later.
Skip and Mary Lynn Emmett
Saturday, March 14, 2015
Marvin, Lisa, and family- We are so very sorry. We pray that God will comfort you and give you peace during this most sorrowful time.
Angela Crunkleton Armes
Saturday, March 14, 2015
Praying for you all in this time of loss.
Duane and Willota Andrewd
Saturday, March 14, 2015
Cousin Marcia,Marvin,Lisa and family and Brittney and family.We love all of you and are praying for strength and comfort for you.We no John is rejoicing in heaven now and is at peaceâ¤ï¸.
Carolyn Humphrey
Saturday, March 14, 2015
John was a special man. I thank each of you for allowing me to be a part if his life. My prayers are with you. Marc you are a wonderful person. Peace to your heart.
Lane and Joyce Hall
Saturday, March 14, 2015
So sorry of your loss. We can say he fought for sooo long. Thank you Jesus for allowing us to know him. Love you all!
Larry and Cretia Biggs
Saturday, March 14, 2015
So sorry for your loss praying for you all. So sorry that we aren't there.
Leigh Smith Reed
Saturday, March 14, 2015
So sorry for the loss in your family.
Barbara Smith
Saturday, March 14, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. From all I have heard about John he was a good man and will be missed by all who knew him. My thoughts and prayers are will all of you.
Michelle Kennedy
Saturday, March 14, 2015
So many prayers to his family and friends! God Bless
Jacque Hudf
Saturday, March 14, 2015
Thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. John fought a hard fight and is at peace now. Will kept you all in my prayers now and in the difficult days shead. Love & hugs
JR Martin
Saturday, March 14, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time. We know that John is safe at the feet of Jesus but he will be greatly missed.
Mary Askew
Saturday, March 14, 2015
So sorry for your loss. He was one of my first 4-H'ers when I moved to Harrison so many years ago. He will be missed by many.
Martha (Isom)Mulford
Saturday, March 14, 2015
To the family of John Holt, My heart goes out to you all in the loss of your loved one. Words cannot take away the pain you feel at this time. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God wrap his loving arms around you all and comfort you all at this most difficult time.
Sincerely
Martha Mulford
Sam Sneed
Saturday, March 14, 2015
Marvin and Family,
So sorry to hear about John's passing. I will always consider him and you as friends. Our locations and years have separated us but friendships still remain. Rodeo has brought so many of us together and John will be missed by many cowboys and cowgirls. His suffering is over and he can rest in peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Leisa Dodson
Saturday, March 14, 2015
Many prayers for peace for all of you. Rest in peace, John Henry.
Kathy Conway
Saturday, March 14, 2015
Lisa, Marvin and boys and Ms.Marcia and all the family. May the Lord be with you through the walk over John has made. He is at peace now no more suffering. He was a good man and was a good friend to me and Richard. Hope he is up thee shaking hands with Richard. God Bless all of you.
Edward Clopp
Friday, March 13, 2015
MY Prayers are with you my friend & classmate Edward Clopp
Tracy Jones
Friday, March 13, 2015
I truly hated to hear of John's passing. Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Stacey & Danny McMullen
Friday, March 13, 2015
I am so proud to say that we are part of his family by being brothers & sisters in Christ & that we are part of your church family. Loved visiting with John at church. What a courageous battle this man fought. I'm certain he will be told "Well done my good & faithful servant"
Love & Prayers to each of you
Lloyd and Muriel Johnson
Friday, March 13, 2015
So sorry to hear of John's passing. He was a good person. Glad we got to meet him.
melody killebrew
Friday, March 13, 2015
I am so sorry to hear about John Henry. I know that he fought long and hard. I'll keep you all in my prayers.