Barbara Joanne Holt

1952 - 2006

Barbara Joanne Holt

1952 - 2006

BORN

1952

DIED

2006

Barbara Holt Obituary

Published by The Chronicle from Jul. 25 to Jul. 26, 2006.
Barbara Joanne Holt, 54, lifetime resident of Centralia. Died Friday, July 21, 2006 at Puget Sound Health Care in Olympia. Barbara was born to Francis and Harriette (Sprague) Watterson March 8, 1952 in Centralia.
Barbara Watterson and Gary Holt were married September 16, 1972 in Centralia. Barbara was employed as a warehouse supervisor with Rogers Machinery. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Centralia. Barbara was an avid bowler, loved going to the beach, camping, archery and field hockey where she was placed in the Hall of Fame at Centralia College in 1971.
Barbara was preceded in death by her mother, Harriette Watterson and by her brother, Kenneth Watterson.
Barbara is survived by her father, Francis Watterson, Centralia; her loving husband, Gary Holt, Centralia; her three daughters, Bridget Dalton, Roy, WA.; Naomi Lyon, Port Orchard, WA and Darcy Holt, Centralia. Her 5 brothers, Don Watterson, Crescent City, CA.; Bob Watterson, Kenai, Alaska; Jerry Watterson, Dean Watterson and Karl Watterson all of Centralia; her two sisters, Judy Hultberg, Belfair, WA. and Linda Watterson, Olympia. By her loving 4 grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews, and great nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held on Wednesday July 26, 2006 starting at 10:30 A.M. at First United Methodist Church, Centralia with Pastor Tom Peterson, officiating.
Donations may be made to St. Peter Hospital Stroke Unit 413 Lilly Rd. NE Olympia, WA 98506. Cremation arrangements under the direction of Newell-Hoerling's Chapel, Centralia.

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July 30, 2006

The Twining's posted to the memorial.

July 29, 2006

Jack Allmer posted to the memorial.

July 26, 2006

Sherry McDanold (Brossard) posted to the memorial.

The Twining's

July 30, 2006

Bridget,

So sorry to hear about your mom. Ours thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

Jack Allmer

July 29, 2006

Gary, I wish you, the girls and your families strength and comfort during these times. Barb was a very special person and I was glad to have known her. I have good memories of our time as Reserves, and the special friendship we all shared.

Sherry McDanold (Brossard)

July 26, 2006

Gary and Family

I was so saddened to hear about Barb. My thoughts and prayers are with you all in this time of extreme sorrow.

Even though I haven't seen Barb much since working at Interchecks, I really enjoyed the time we worked together. And am very saddened by her passing.

Sherry

Kathi LLoyd (Rupp)

July 26, 2006

Just yesterday i found out about Barbara and am so saddened for this loss. The world has been a better place because of her life. As a young girl, Barbara was one of my best friends. i loved staying at her house--it was always so busy and one never knew where you'd sleep. Such an adventure. We were in Girl Scouts together, and i have a fond memory of a HUGE Troop 275 taffy pull at her home, where everyone felt welcomed. i also recall going to the beach with the family on numerous occasions (seems like we always drove in the dark)---and being soaking wet for hours, but laughter and fun by all kept everyone from feeling bothered by the weather or feeling cold on the long drives back to Centralia. Even though our lives went different directions, Barbara has always held a special place in my heart. Please accept my sincere condolences.

Valerie Mason

July 26, 2006

I went to school with Barbara she was a wonderful friend to me when I came to Centralia in the first grade. She also, was on the tennis team and was a great player. We graduated together and both worked at BCS in the 70's. My thoughts and meditations are with you.

Mary Buchanan

July 26, 2006

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Mike and Roberta Copenhefer

July 25, 2006

Gary



Totally shocked to read about Barb. Our thoughts are with you and the girls.

Brian & Beth Panush

July 25, 2006

So sorry to hear of Barbs passing. Our thoughts are with you and your family.

Tedd & Sheila Betts

July 25, 2006

Gary,

We are deeply sorry for your loss. We wish we could be with you. Know that we are praying for you and your family. We love you!

THE HILL FAMILY

July 25, 2006

WE ARE SO VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSE, GARY. (AND OF COURSE, YOUR DAUGHTERS). OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. WE ARE HERE IF YOU NEED ANYTHING AT ALL.

Tim & Christine Fossett

July 25, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with you Gary.

JACK & KRISTIN HILL

July 25, 2006

EVEN THOUGH THROUGH THE YEARS WE HAVEN'T SPENT AS MUCH TIME AS WE WOULD HAVE LIKED WITH GARY AND BARB, WE'VE LOVED HER LIKE A SISTER FOR ALMOST 30 YEARS. SHE WILL SURELY BE MISSED.

Kurt n Deborah Wetzold

July 25, 2006

Dear Gary,



Deb and I send our condolences in the loss of Barb. We will always remember her from the reserve academy when she was involved in the mock scenes. We will keep you and the rest of the family in our prayers.

God Bless

Kurt and Deborah Wetzold

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