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Joe W. Holcomb ,born August 13, 1927, in Lufkin, Texas, passed away at home in peace surrounded by loved ones on February 9, 2013. A husband of 60 years, father, papa and a great-grandfather, Joe was raised in East Texas, graduated from Milby High School, joined the Marine Corps, graduated from Texas A&M in 1952, and enjoyed a lifelong career as a Certified Public Accountant. He was predeceased by his father and mother, Wade and Sybil (Taylor) Holcomb; his brother, Steve Freeman; his sister in law, Ginny Bonderer and his nephew, Bruce Bonderer. He is survived by his loving wife, Shirley (Maples) Holcomb; his daughter Donna Warren and husband Lon, his son Roy and wife Deborah, grandchildren April, Autumn and Joe Wade Holcomb; great-grandson Ian Holcomb; his sister Martha Laird; sister-in-law Beverly Jo Dowd and husband Pat; his niece Debbie Suire and husband Danny; grand-nephew Kurt Bonderer, and numerous family, nieces, nephews and friends. A special thank you to Linda Conteh, doctors, and caretakers from Houston Hospice. Visitation will be held at the Hunters Creek Chapel at Earthman Funeral Directors on Monday, February 11, 2013, from 4-7 pm. The funeral service will be held at the Hunters Creek Chapel at Earthman Funeral Directors on Tuesday, February 12, 2013 at 11:00 am. Interment will follow at Forest Park Westheimer. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital, Shriner's Hospital, or charity of your choice.
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We remember Joe as warm and kind and generous to us. We will miss him dearly. Our condolences to the family. We think of him as being with Bruce now.
Love,
Howarth and Bonnie Drake
February 14, 2013
Dear Shirley, I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that I fondly remember working with Joe at Intermedco and your having us at your home for a good time.
Gwen Kunz
February 12, 2013
May your memories provide you with peace and comfort. Joe will remain in our hearts forever.
Stephanie Blackburn
February 12, 2013
Our prayers are with you all. May you always find comfort in your memories of this great man. Love to you all.
Kevin and Mandi Bonderer
February 12, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with Donna and the Holcomb family. Cherish your memories and know that you and Mr. Holcomb are in our hearts.
Gay Donehoo
February 12, 2013
My sympathy to your family during this time of grief.
February 11, 2013
I was so sorry to hear about your dad Donna and wanted to let you know you have been and will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. Love you dearly!
Pat Ellis
February 11, 2013
My deepest sympathy and heartfelt prayers go out to Shirley and the entire Holcomb family on the loss of this great man. He will truly be missed by anyone who was fortunate to have met him, even briefly. He was a blessing and a delight to know!
Marcie Korn
February 11, 2013
Our hearts go out to everyone of you. May heavenly father bless and comfort each of your spirits during this time. Sincerely, The Araujo Family
Manuel Araujo
February 11, 2013
Donna...so sorry to hear about your dad's passing. May all the good memories you have of a long and happy life sustain you. My love to you and all your family.
Joni Woods
February 11, 2013
May his memory be eternal.
Christina Bonderer
February 11, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Holcomb family. With deepest and most sincere condolences.
Sprouse Family
February 11, 2013
Even though it was for such a short time, we were blessed to have met Joe. He always had a kiss for us. Our thoughts are with Shirley and the family.
Sharon and Lin
February 11, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers go out to your entire family. The world has lost an incredible man that raised a great and loving family.
Gabe and Heather Burge
February 11, 2013
What can you say about Joe that hasn't already been said? He was a great man, funny, so FUNNY ("I don't know you, you don't know me..."), and I had the pleasure of getting to dance with him just last year. He will be missed greatly by all who knew and loved him. Prayers to the entire Holcomb family, especially Shirley. We love you all!
Cortney Chastain
February 11, 2013
Our thoughts are prayers are with you and the family. Love, John & Jeanne
John & Jeanne Burk (Plano)
February 11, 2013
You and your family are in my prayers during your time of grief. Love, Elizabeth McWilliams
Elizabeth McWilliams
February 11, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love Becky
Becky Oliver
February 11, 2013
The Kovar family wish to send our sincere condolennces to Shirley and the rest of the family.
Gina and Steve Kovar
February 11, 2013
We will remember the dances & the laughter with Joe & Shirley and Joe's unique style of keeping the beat. Our love to all the Holcombs!!
Larry/Sally Dresch
February 11, 2013
Dear Shirley, my sincere condolences for the loss of your dear, sweet Joe. He was a wonderful man and I enjoyed talking, joking, and dancing with him. I know that Mom (Mary) and Pop (Lloyd) would also want to extend their condolences as well, but, I am sure they have been busy showing him around. My love to you and the entire Holcomb Clan.
Lenora Meister
February 11, 2013
Please know my thoughts and prayers are with all of the family. Love, Karen
Karen Reinke
February 10, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Dianne
February 10, 2013
With deepest sympathy on the loss of the wonderful Mr. Holcomb. We will always remember his kind, gentlemany ways and joyous dancing at Roy and Deborah's Chicken Snake Ranch parties! He was one of a kind and will be missed.
Steve & Priscilla Ahrens
February 10, 2013
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