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Donald Holm Obituary

DONALD V. HOLM, 75 LOVES PARK - Donald V. Holm, 75, of Loves Park died at 12:06 p.m. Friday, May 13, 2011, in OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center. Born April 25, 1936, in Rockford, the son of Edmund "E.V." and Bernice C. (Eitutis) Holm. Married Jane J. Darnell in 1957 in Loves Park. Retired from Barber-Colman Co. in 1995 and employed by Farm and Fleet. Member of St. Bridget Catholic Church. He coached both basketball and baseball at St. Bridget School for many years. An avid golfer, but above all he loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren, whom he loved very much. Survivors include his wife, Jane; sons, Mark, Christopher (Holly), Patrick (Anna) and Michael (Andrea) Holm; daughter, Anne-Marie Holm; grandchildren, Elizabeth, Donald, Lyndsay, Bridgette, Samuel, Caroline and Peter; sisters, Patricia Holm and Barbara Jo Dittbenner; and several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents. Mass of Christian Burial at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 17, in St. Bridget Catholic Church; Father Burt Abasalon will officiate. Visitation from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday, May 16, in Delehanty Funeral Home Ltd., 401 River Lane, Loves Park. Burial in Sunset Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, a memorial will be established. For more information, visit delehanty fh.com.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from May 15 to May 16, 2011.

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May 18, 2011

I was so sorry to hear of Don's passing, I worked at Farm & Fleet,he was a good & kind man.My prayer's to the family.Sandy Fugle

Pammy

May 16, 2011

Dear Jane and Family,

I am very sorry for the loss of of Don. Growing up just a couple houses down, I have memories of Don always having a smile on his face. He was a kind man and so devoted to his family. He will be deeply missed by all of us. Please know you will be in my thoughts and prayers. If there is anything I can do, please let me know.

May 16, 2011

Dear Jane and Family:
I had the wonderful opportunity to meet Donald and you, in which time I learned what a nice gentleman you married Jane. Your successful family, and just how special you both are within our pride toward community strength remains in the hearts of many. My prayers and love, Patricia Kenyon

Matt Sauer

May 16, 2011

I was shocked and deeply sadened to hear of his passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. I had the pleasure of working with Don when he was at Farm and Fleet. He always had a smile and was a great person to work with. He will be missed.

Sheila Mace

May 15, 2011

I will always remember that smile and the great hugs he gave. Uncle Donnie was one of the best men I know. He was very special to my two sons. We will all miss him very much.

May 15, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Don will be missed very much by Steve and I. He was a good friend and co-worker.

Steve and Jody Olsen

Paul & Judy Struven

May 15, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

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