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Joseph L. Holt, 73, of Greenwood, MO, passed away October 6, 2009. Memorial services will be 11 a.m., Saturday, October 10, at the Langsford Funeral Home in Lee's Summit, with visitation from 9-11 a.m., at the funeral home, prior to the service. Joseph was born July 25, 1936 in Kansas City, MO. He was a 1954 graduate of Southeast High School and was on the 1954 State Championship Football Team. He was a former Naval Air Reservist, a member of the Scottish Rite, 32nd degree Mason (Swope Park Lodge #617), and the Aratat Shrine. He was owner of Holt and Son Plastering Company, and later in life Holt Construction and Development. He was instrumental in the development of Foxberry Estates in Lee's Summit, MO. He was an avid golfer and former member of several area country clubs. He was a loving husband, brother, father, grandfather, and uncle. He was preceded in death by his parents, Vester Lee and Josephine Lombard Holt. He is survived by his wife, Klonda (Lightfoot) Holt; sons Mike Holt (Gwen); Pat Holt (Molly); daughters Dianne Livingston (Brian); and Wendy Pruitt (Danny); grandchildren: Jennifer, Rusty, Rachel, Gabe, Courtney, and Zachary; sisters: Betty Durbin (Gary Thompson), Patricia Hooper (widow of Richard Hooper), Mary Jo Simon (Allan), Roberta Bloch (Don); and numerous nieces, nephews, and many, many friends. Arr. Langsford Funeral Home, 115 SW 3rd St., Lee's Summit, MO; (816) 524-3700.

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Published by Kansas City Star on Oct. 8, 2009.

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Dianne Livingston

December 23, 2020

Miss you every day Dad .......Merry Christmas! What great ones we used to have. Love you...Stink

Beverly Walker

October 13, 2009

Dear Klonda, I am so sorry about Joe. I know how he made you and me laugh and how much he helped in all the decision making at Foxberry. Please know that I am thinking about you and wish only the best for you and your family. Beverly Walker.

Robin Addleman

October 12, 2009

My dearest Klonda,
Oh how I will always cherish my time spent with you and Joe laughing and enjoying my days at Foxberry. You two are very dear to me and stuck close to me through some challenges times. Having you both at my wedding was such an honor and I will always love the picture of you two smiling in the mirror. I love you more than you know and I'm glad I got to see you both just recently. Take care and know that I am always here for you and Sugar...my favorite puff of a dog.
Love you.

Irene Rogers

October 10, 2009

Klonda,Joe made me feel welcome when we come up there to visit all. I really enjoyed our talks and eating ice. He was a special man. I really respect him as a friend. I was so happy that I got to meet him. My prayers are with you and your family.
And Klonda you are a very special person too.

Betty Lewis

October 10, 2009

Klonda, I was happy that we got to meet Joe. You had a very special person there. We had the best time. What I can remember about Joe was. When he said let's go and get these Mississippi gals a concrete. We really love Joe. My prayers are with you and your family

October 10, 2009

Klonda: Joe was an inspiration to all who knew him. He was a key member of our Southeast football team. The thing I remember most about Joe is, he always had a smile on his face and was friendly to all. Our prayers are with you and your family. Fred and Jean Karn
Class of 1953

October 10, 2009

Are thought and prayers to you and the family. Joe will be remembered in our hearts! Monty and Tamy Smith

October 9, 2009

October 9, 2009

To the Family of Joe Holt

I was sadden to learn of the passing of Joe Holt. Our Southeast Class of 1954 was very unique and each member very special. I know Joe will be missed by his family. Just know there are many of his classmates who are praying for each of you. May God continue to Bless each of you in the coming days. Carol Hamarstrom Jackson

Mary Attebery (Lanham)

October 9, 2009

Dear Klonda
It was so nice to meet you and see Joe again this summer at the Thursday brunch. I so enjoyed the pictures of Joe in high school and with his grandson you were nice enough to add to the news letter.
With deepest sympathy to you and the family my prayers are with you

Bob & Pat Wilson

October 9, 2009

Klonda
You are in our thoughts and prayers in this time of sorrow. Joe's Southeast High school friend.

Shannon Jones

October 9, 2009

It is with considerable sadness to hear of Joe's passing.

He will be missed by his classmates.

Debbie and Kevin White

October 9, 2009

I'm so sorry to hear of Joe's passing! You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Dick and Jan Graham

October 9, 2009

Dear Klonda: Dick and I were so pleased we were able to meet Joe in Florida. We enjoyed the visits so much and felt we had known him forever. We will keep you and the family wrapped in prayer for the difficult days ahead. God Bless.

Teri Allison

October 9, 2009

Klonda, we are so very sorry to hear about Joe. We have not seen you both since moving to Florida but you have been in our thoughts thru out the years. Our prayers are with you.
Butch & Teri Allison

October 8, 2009

So sorry to hear about Joe. Joe and I went to Mark Twain and Southeat together and I have many funny and great memories. Joe also played baseball with my brother, Ben. When Ben passed away, Joe came to the visitation and I appreciated his thoughtfullness.
May God bless you and your family.
Mabel (Greenlee) Phillips

Hite and Jessica Guy

October 8, 2009

We are thinking of you, Klonda at this difficult time. We will miss Joe dearly. My life is filled with many wonderful memories of Joe. I'm very thankful for them.

Tom Montgomery

October 8, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I am so sorry for your loss.

Jene Benton

October 8, 2009

Klonda, I'm sending my condolences to you and your family in your loss. My heart goes out to you. I remember Joe helping hang quilts for the LSQG show. I'm sure he will be missed by many.

Ralph Sole and Terri Pigue

October 8, 2009

Dearest Klonda and Family,

We are so sorry for your loss. We will keep you in our prayers and thoughts. Joe will be sorely missed.

William Mcpherson

October 8, 2009

I met Joe through his wife Klonda, who I have known since
Army flight school. Joe was a great husband to Klonda,and father to Wendy. He was really proud of his sons. The doctor screwed up his golf game but he loved to play. He will be missed.

Barbara & Cameron Herrell

October 8, 2009

Klonda & family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.
May your memories bring you comfort.

October 8, 2009

Joe, we will miss you very much! You were a good friend, and a kind person who truly lived the Golden Rule. We thank God for the years we had with you. You enriched and uplifted us! Your faith in God was evident to everyone. Our deepest sympathy to Klonda and your family, Love Mel and Linda Gordy

October 8, 2009

Dear Klonda, We will always remember the wonderful times we spent with you and Joe in Florida. Joe was a pleasure to be with, always so gracious and fun. We will certainly miss him.
Blessings to you and your family
Love, Glenna and Don

Dave & Kathy Morton

October 8, 2009

Joe Holt was a life-long friend. He touched many lives. He was loved and respected by family and friends. He will not be forgotten.

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