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Dorothy Holder
1924 - 2015
Dorothy Holder
1924 - 2015
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Dorothy Holder Obituary
1924-2015
Dorothy, born September 15, 1924, completed her journey to the Lord on January 15, 2015, where she will dwell in His heavenly home forever.
Dorothy will be remembered for her love of teaching and her faith in God. Her wish for everyone reading this obituary is that you find peace and comfort in the knowledge that you are never alone. God is here for you. You know that He will never leave you or ignore your needs. He is ever aware of your circumstances and ready to be your strength and your peace. He is there to cast sunlight into your darkened shadows, to send encouragement through the love of friends and family, and to replace your weariness with new hope. He is your provider, today, tomorrow, and always. And He loves you. Cast all of your cares on Him... and believe.
Dorothy is survived by her beloved husband R.L., their son Russell, Jr. and their daughter Pamela. Her surviving grandchildren are Faydra and her son Ari, Maryann and Russell III. She is also survived by her sister Jane as well as many nieces and nephews and their children.
Memorial Service will be held at First Presbyterian Church, 5300 South Main Street Houston, TX on January 24, 2015 at 2:00pm. Should you wish to make a donation in Dorothy's honor, please direct your gift to First Presbyterian Church. More on Dorothy's life can be found at www.memorialoaksfunerals.com.
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Nancy McEachern Bruce
January 22, 2015
Dorothy was such a wonderful Christian lady and a fabulous English teacher! I had her for English my Senior year at Bellaire High School and I credit her for teaching me to write. Without her instruction, I don't think I would have faired nearly as well in my college studies at The University of Texas at Austin. She and Russ were great friends of my parents and I have many fond memories of them enjoying each other's company.
Susan Berg
January 21, 2015
Although we were neighbors for a very brief time, Dorothy hosted my first born's baby shower. Dorothy was such a kind a generous woman.
Our thoughts and prayers are with R.L and her family.
Susan Collins Berg
Shawn Kelsall
January 20, 2015
Dorothy was known to & loved by the Sam Kelsall, III family for many decades. We send our condolences to Husband Russ and to daughter Pam & son Russ III. By Shawn Kelsall (youngest son of Gwen & Sam III).
Beatrice K Sauer
January 18, 2015
I didn't know Dorothy, but I do know that she is now with her Lord Jesus! This obituary is a very strong message to those who read it, that Jesus is our Lord and Savior! I thank you for sharing this lovely message!
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