John Reed Holt
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JOHN REED HOLT
John Reed Holt, 53, died Sunday, September 23, 2007, after a courageous battle with cancer at his home in Rogers, AR.
John was born June 17, 1954 in Milan, MO, the son of Ross J. and Roberta Belle Reed Holt. He grew up in Poteau, OK and attended Oklahoma State University where he met Jeanette Forrester who became his beloved wife June, 26 1976, in Tulsa, OK. To this marriage were born their two sons, John Ross and Reed.
John was a professional business man owning interest and managing the Decatur Telephone Co. (1970-80's) in the tradition of the family-owned Holt Telephone Corporation that was pioneered by his grandfather John W. Holt in the 1920's and also was in partnership with his father Ross J. Holt in Decatur, AR. In later years, John developed the Oasis Travel Plaza in Rogers, AR and acquired part-ownerships in L.T.C. in Fort Smith, AR and in Cabletel in Blytheville,AR.
John is survived by his loving wife Jeanette of 31 years, sons John Ross of Ft. Smith, AR and Reed Forrester of Rogers, his sisters Rosalind Holt (Mrs. Harold) Sudbury of Texarkana, Ar, Nana Holt (Mrs. Stephen) Johnson of Phoenix, AZ, nieces and nephews Heather Holt Sudbury, Hillary Sudbury (Mrs. Chris) Reeder and great-niece Catherine Ross, and Harold L. Sudbury III, Woodrow Reed Johnson, Stephen Ryan Johnson and great-niece Rylan Taylor, Jaret Anthony Johnson and Victoria Brynn Johnson.
A memorial service will be held Wednesday, September 26, 2007 at 1:00 p.m. at St. Vincent's DePaul Catholic Church in Rogers; AR.
Memorials may be made to: Arkansas Children’s Hospital, P.O Box 2222, Little Rock Ar. 72203
Arrangements are under the direction of the Luginbuel Funeral Home in Prairie Grove, Arkansas. To sign the online guest book go to www. luginbuel.com.
John Reed Holt, 53, died Sunday, September 23, 2007, after a courageous battle with cancer at his home in Rogers, AR.
John was born June 17, 1954 in Milan, MO, the son of Ross J. and Roberta Belle Reed Holt. He grew up in Poteau, OK and attended Oklahoma State University where he met Jeanette Forrester who became his beloved wife June, 26 1976, in Tulsa, OK. To this marriage were born their two sons, John Ross and Reed.
John was a professional business man owning interest and managing the Decatur Telephone Co. (1970-80's) in the tradition of the family-owned Holt Telephone Corporation that was pioneered by his grandfather John W. Holt in the 1920's and also was in partnership with his father Ross J. Holt in Decatur, AR. In later years, John developed the Oasis Travel Plaza in Rogers, AR and acquired part-ownerships in L.T.C. in Fort Smith, AR and in Cabletel in Blytheville,AR.
John is survived by his loving wife Jeanette of 31 years, sons John Ross of Ft. Smith, AR and Reed Forrester of Rogers, his sisters Rosalind Holt (Mrs. Harold) Sudbury of Texarkana, Ar, Nana Holt (Mrs. Stephen) Johnson of Phoenix, AZ, nieces and nephews Heather Holt Sudbury, Hillary Sudbury (Mrs. Chris) Reeder and great-niece Catherine Ross, and Harold L. Sudbury III, Woodrow Reed Johnson, Stephen Ryan Johnson and great-niece Rylan Taylor, Jaret Anthony Johnson and Victoria Brynn Johnson.
A memorial service will be held Wednesday, September 26, 2007 at 1:00 p.m. at St. Vincent's DePaul Catholic Church in Rogers; AR.
Memorials may be made to: Arkansas Children’s Hospital, P.O Box 2222, Little Rock Ar. 72203
Arrangements are under the direction of the Luginbuel Funeral Home in Prairie Grove, Arkansas. To sign the online guest book go to www. luginbuel.com.
Funeral Service
1:00 pm
St. Vincent DePaul Catholic Church - Rogers, Arkansas
Visitation
Visitation information unavailable.
Final Resting Place
General
Jun 17, 1954
Sep 23, 2007
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Tributes
I am truly sorry about your loss, if there is anything that I can do to be of a comfort in this time just let me know.
Luke M. Chalmers - Friend
My sincere condolences to the Holt family. John was a cherished friend when we were young boys growing up in Fayetteville. We stayed in touch until we were young men and I will always carry the memories of the fun and friendship we had and John's contagious laugh. I'm grateful to have experienced the kindness and understanding that John and his sister Nana showed towards me.
Kent Ivey - Boyhood Friend
Sorry to hear of your loss. Our deepest sympathy to you & your family.
Tim & Denise Etris & Family - Decatur Acquaintances
I have thought of you often but respected your privacy. My heart goes out to you as you suffer from grief. Later we should get together with the other girls from St Mary's. I miss you and love you and wish you didn't have to lose your husband. Karon
Karon Poage Garrett - Friend Of Jeanette
John - Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Always know that we are here for you.
Mike, Kari, Chase And Cambrie Kinne - Friend
WE WILL REMEMBER JOHN FOR HIS GENTLENESS AND LAUGHTER, THE JOY HE ALWAYS GAVE, AND FOR HIS HONESTY AND KINDNESS. MAY GOD GIVE YOU ALL COMFORT AT THIS TIME OF GREAT LOSS. OUR LOVE AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU, JEANETTE AND FAMILY.
John & Luella Fitzgerald - Friend Of Family
So sorry to hear of John's death. I considered John a good friend. He and his father Ross brought a lot of their automotive repair business to my shop during the years they owned the Decatur Telephone Co. John and I spent some quality time working on his Corvette. He was a kind and interesting person, and will be missed by many.
Jim Jensen - Friend And Business Aquaintance
I have been friends with Jeannette for many years, she is a very special person just like John. Since I am a cancer survivor when John was diagnosed we begin our friendship. I tried to encourage him and prayed many prayers for him and his loved ones. He fought such a battle againt a terrible enemy. He was very brave and never gave up.Upmost on John's mind was Jeannette and their sons.John told me he was at peace with his future he knew it was in God's hands. He was focused on taking care of his family.John will always have a special place in my heart.
Judy K Graves - Friend
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your boys, my sincere regrets. Floyd
Floyd Patterson - Jeanette
Dear Jeanette and family-My deepest condolences to you at this time. John and I went to Poteau Schools together from kindergarten through graduation, and he was one of my favorite classmates. I was unable to attend a recent class reunion and he graciously sent me pictures from the event. I have so many warm memories of John, and I hope the wonderful memories you have as a family will help you through this sorrowful time.
Sheryl Reidy McClure - Classmate At Poteau
Jeanette: Words cannot express the sorrow I have in my heart for you and your boys. Please know that we are keeping you in our prayers and are holding you in our hearts. From Robb and Katy Whelchel
Katy Whelchel - Friend Of Jeanette (former Co-Worker)
Funeral Service
1:00 pm
St. Vincent DePaul Catholic Church - Rogers, Arkansas
Visitation
Visitation information unavailable.
Final Resting Place
General
Jun 17, 1954
Sep 23, 2007
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