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Joey Holder Obituary
Pallbearers are Mike Pyle, Mark Pyle, Tommy Bohannon, Coy Fulmer, Mike Miller and Rick Corum. Honorary pallbearer is Bruce Thorn.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Joe G. and Ruby Holder, Galen and Tennie Frye.
Joey was a gifted songwriter and musician. He was the praise and worship leader for Calvary Fellowship Church. His worship songs have been sung all over the world in all different languages. Many have worshipped to "Blessed Jesus" and "Unto the King." He owned and operated Sound Shoppe Recording Studio.
He is survived by his wife, Kathy Holder; parents, Joe Edward Holder and Liz Holder; sons, Justin Holder (Heather Rae) and Joshua Holder (Rachel); sister, Tammy Flippo; brother, Barry Holder; niece, Hannah Holder; nephew, Reece Flippo; granddaughter, Lily Katherine Holder; in-laws, Gene and Gloria Tackett and Hilda Keeton.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Calvary Fellowship Worship Team, 424 E. Tombigbee St., Florence, AL 35630. A special thanks to El Reposo Nursing Home, Alacare Hospice and Dr. William McClanahan for their kindness and to Calvary Fellowship Church family. Please sign the guest register at sprywilliams.com. Spry-Williams Funeral Home directing.
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Paul Auerbach
May 27, 2010
Hello Kathy, I was so sad to hear about Joey's passing. He was a great guy. I'll always remember you and him and Dell. I think of you often.
Paul Auerbach
Edie Masters
May 27, 2010
Joey's laughter and his beautiful, electric smile that lit up the atmosphere all around, his quick wit, my memory of him sitting in the back seat of our vehicle, memorizing the Bible as we were all driving to "somewhere" on a particular occassion, his incredible singing voice and playing skill, his love of family, his passion in everything he did and said, his big heart, his joy and sense of humor....I believe that God is pleased to have him in His absolute presence, and I am so sorry for your great loss, Kathy and family.
Bill Fair
May 12, 2010
Joey was always smiling, caring, loving! The joy of knowing him in this life will only be exceeded by the Joey of seeing him again in the next. Brother, friend, musician/songwriter/praise leader extraordinaire, Man of God! That was our Joey. Loved by all. Missed by all.
john OKeefe
May 9, 2010
Dear Kathy, Justin and Joshua, To say that I'm completely heart broken is an understatement. Currently I am in Las Vegas playing - otherwise I would be with you all. I am so sorry I cannot be there for you at this time, and all I know to do is pray. Joey was one of my best friends - but more importantly, he was my brother in the truest sense of the word. I know Joey and I hadn't talked in a while - but it definately doesn't make it easier at the news of his passing. I still cannot believe he is gone, and to be sitting here so far from home and looking at my brother's obituary is absolutely killing me. Please know I love you all so much and my heart is broken with yours. There is an emptiness inside my heart today as with yours. God bless you guys and hopefully one way or another we'll see you soon. You're in my heart and in my prayers. Rest in peace Joey - I love you bro - John
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Jerry Masters
May 8, 2010
Joey was one of my dearest friends and Brothers in the world. We spent so many years together on the road with Will McFarlane and the band, not to mention playing bass with him in the worship band at Calvary Fellowship. When we were on the road, I would always get up early and go out and find coffee for everyone since I was usually the driver and straw boss for the band at getting us to and from services and concerts. Joey did wonderful things with his little studio upstairs at Calvary and for the equipment he had, he made excellent records and always had that same anointing he had when he sat down at a keyboard. I loved him so and will miss him dearly. Kathy, you were the most courageous wife I have ever seen in the midst of this awful infirmity Joey endured for years. I know it was as hard on you as it was on Joey, if not more, having to work and take care of a house full of special youngsters. God Bless you Kathy, you're my Champion.
Buddy Brooks
May 7, 2010
I have many good memories of playing on Joey's worship team. The man and his music have been an inspiration to me. He will be sorely missed. I am priveledged to say that for a time I knew his heart and I can say he loved God! I wish I had known sooner. I would have been there. Kathy we love you! You have always had a special place in our hearts! May the spirit of the most high God brood over you and bring you sweet comfort. He will be remebered at Oasis Church in Amherst Virginia this Sunday. Sandy and I are devestated. I pray that God's peace will envelope you.
susan kolpack
May 6, 2010
He was a great man of God and was blessed and we in turn were blessed with his music which will go on forever. He will be missed but we will see him again someday. We will keep all of his family in our prayers and in our thoughts during this time. Now he is singing before the King.
Sherry Allen
May 5, 2010
My sympathy goes out to the Holder family their loss of Joey. How talented he was, even when I knew him in high school. Heaven sounds a little sweeter right now with Joey there. I pray that knowing how many lives he touched will comfort you in some way.
Praying for you,
Sherry Allen
Jim Wilson
May 5, 2010
Kathy, We will miss Joey very much. I hope when it is my time to meet the LORD, my memorial service will be fill with as much praise and joy as Joey was honored with. Our prayers are with you and your family. May GOD keep his hand on all of you. Jim & Nancy Wilson
Damon Manders
May 4, 2010
Kathy,
We cannot begin to say how much Joey blessed us. He blessed us with wonderful worship at Calvary. He blessed us at our wedding. He blesses us still as we sing his songs and remember that time in our lives. We only wish we could be there. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Damon, Christy, Sarah, and Lily Manders
mack krout
May 4, 2010
i always admired the example that joey set as a christian ,a human being , a father and husband and he always made me laugh. my thoughts and prayers are with the family
Cheryl Richey
May 4, 2010
Kathy and family; our deepest sympathies, love, and prayers for you all. Wish we could have been there. What a joyful time you all must have shared together with the saints today to rejoice in Joey's home-going.
Tim and Cheryl Richey
May 4, 2010
At Total Peace no doubt, thank you Joe, for all you inspired.
john howard
Sharon Greer
May 4, 2010
Liz & Tammy,
Please accept my deepest sympathy in the loss of your son and brother. Although I lost touch with Joey many years ago, I hold some sweet memories in my heart of him as a very young man. His musical talent was truly God-given. I pray that your wonderful memories will sustain you in the difficult days ahead. God bless your entire family!
May 4, 2010
You are in our thoughts and prayers as you walk through this valley. Joey truly had a God calling and talent in his life. In His love...
Jim and Angie Stansell, Florence
Dianne Cannon
May 3, 2010
Joey Holder had an anointing to lead you into the Holy Place, I learned by following Joey into this Secret Place to touch the heart of God. This revelation through worshipping the Living Christ. has been the most profound influence in my life, I have been blessed to take the principles that I gleaned from Joey and show others the way there. They, in turn ,will lead the way for more and more to enter in to HIS presence.
As we see in a glass darkly, Joey now sees face to face, and as we go from Glory to Glory, and from strength to strength, and we go in and out. Joey now remains there forevermore.. Halleujah!
Dianne Cannon, Lawrenceburg, TN
Shirley J. Phillips
May 3, 2010
I have never yet met anyone like Joey,he sing and played at a Church where I was in the Choir at one time and he was only a few feet from me,and I could feel the Holy Spirit on him and coming throught him so deep,he was very serious and really meant and felt each time he worshiped the Lord God,who he loved so much.Kathy my Heart aches for your loss,but as you know thank God for the time you did have such a man of God,and Blessings to the rest of the family.
Jane & Howard Zeff
May 3, 2010
Kathy, what a heritage the Lord has bestowed on your family for the generations to come. How much the Lord loves you! I pray profound peace for you all. May his absence be filled with music and bring you peace and joy. Oh - what is he singing right now!love much, Howard & janefaith Zeff
Clerease Simmons
May 3, 2010
Katherine, You and your family are definitely in my prayers.
Derissa (Dee) Batchelor
May 3, 2010
Joey took the words God inspired me to write and made them sing. He always had the ability to make what God provided more beautiful. Thank you Joey for your generosity and patience. Your faith is what made you a joy to be around. Kathy, my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. To God be the Glory for the life of Joey Holder. With love and many fond memories, Derissa (Dee) Long Batchelor.
Jerry Hodges
May 3, 2010
I had the pleasure of working with Joey several years ago on a recording session with Jimmy Johnson. Talent like that is God given. Not only a great talent but a good man and true to his family. He'll always have a special place in my heart because he sang at my mother's funeral. That's how much I thought of his talent. When I asked he was honored to do so. We'll miss you Joey you're one of a kind.
Ollie
May 3, 2010
Joey, you led me into His presence. You brought me joy and life because our Lord Jesus is in you and you are in Him. That will never change. I celebrate with you your homecoming with tears of joy.
Donna Sparks
May 3, 2010
Kathy,
I pray God's continued strength be with you and your entire family now and in the coming days, may his peace embrace you knowing he has Joey in his arms. His work, through the talent that God gave him, is such a legacy to leave with us. His other, is his loving,caring and dedicated wife who was always there for him, wonderful children who were proud of his gift and who have gifts of their own that he himself were proud of. I pray these things will be a comfort to you
and give you peace. If we can be of any help please do not hesitate to call.
Love,
Jeremy and Donna Burns Sparks
May 3, 2010
Kathy, I know from Hilda that this has been a long hard battle for ya'll. I will be praying for ya'll but now he can rest and sing in heaven's choir. That grandbaby will be a great soure of comfort. Betsy Nichols, Tuscumbia
James Howard
May 3, 2010
We loved Joey, his misic and his message. He will be missed. God bless you Kathy and your family.
DAVID LOPEZ
May 3, 2010
I REMEMBER THE TIME WHEN I WAS IN NASHVILLE AND HEARD UNTO THE KING A FLOOD OF EMOTIONS AND TEARS HAPPEN EVERY TIME I WAS DOWN THE SONG WOULD LIFT UP AND IT SAYS GOD BOTTLES UP ALL OUR TEARS, GRACE,MERCY,PEACE UNTO YOU KATHY AND YOUR FAMILY.
Randy King
May 3, 2010
I've cried and rejoiced I've remembered and longed to make more memories. But, I know this is all part of life here on this earth. Joey was a mentor, brother, friend and teacher. From the first drama team to the first trip to Russia, he was such an integral part of my life. I will miss him terribly but am so uplifted to know he is worshipping like his heart always longed to do, without restraints of this earth. I love you Kathy, Justin and Josh. And, while we'll miss him so badly, the memories he gave us and the promise we have, will keep our spirits up as we wait for that day and serve the KING Joey so loved, worshipped and lived for.
chuck doerflinger
May 2, 2010
I know that there is a sense of loss here,but Joey is worshipping at the feet of the Lord..Heaven is brighter tonight,and we are better for having known him...his music will live forever.
Dwight Michael
May 2, 2010
Kathy, Joey was always a blessing to Deb and me. We both loved his music, but most of all we loved his love for the Lord. Some of the quiet stands that Joey took on spiritual issues were an inspiration to me. I could go on and on and on. Joey truly blessed Deb and me with his music and his life. Now they both have a new body. They can both run and jump and dance throughout eternity giving praise to the one true God. I know that God will see you through the coming months. May He bless you richly with His love and grace.
Ken Richey
May 2, 2010
It was a true pleasure knowing a true worshiper like Joey. It was an honor playing at his benefit show last year. I think knowing he never gave up and always stayed close to God is something we should all remember. Some people resent God when something like this happens but Joey never did. LOVe to U Kathy.
May 2, 2010
JOE AND Liz,Hooter Mayes,and I found the obit for your Son,Jo Edward
and Hooter wanted me to tell you how very sorry we are to read about the passing of your,Son.Please accept our sympathy,which comes from our hearts.To all of you,may GOD Bless you all !Your Son,is no doubt singing,to our Lord,at this time!Hooter,and Mary Mayes
Mike Pyle
May 2, 2010
Joey Holder was one of kind. The writer of songs sung in churches all over the world, and a great human being. He's traded in the worn down body he had for a new one, and I couldn't be happier for him. Wish we could have had him longer. Loved him very much.
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