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Joseph Holck Obituary

Col. Joseph Holck Born in Honolulu, HI on March 28, 1927 and passed on November 6, 2011 in Tucson, AZ. Preceded in death by his son, Emmet Holck. He is survived by his brother, Fred Holck, Hawaii; sister, Yolanda Silva, Hawaii; wife, Amy K. Holck, Tucson; three sons, Barry Holck, Vinson Holck, Tucson, AZ and Aaron Holck, Mesa, AZ; one daughter, Meleana Tomooka, Sierra Vista, AZ; 12 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Joseph, a retired Colonel of the US Army, co-founder of America's first martial art system, Kajukenbo, avid supporter of the Ott YMCA, former youth summer camp and martial arts director, dedicated his life to the growth and development of our youth through these associations in Hawaii and Arizona. He is recognized as the Great Grandmaster of the Martial Arts and a pioneer of American Jujitsu of Southern Arizona. Memorial Service will be at 11:30 a.m. Sunday, January 29, 2012 at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway. Joe passed away quietly with his family by his side.
Published by Arizona Daily Star on Jan. 26, 2012.

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Otto Kenngott

January 20, 2023

Both Joe and now Amy have joined the spirit world. RIP my friends, gone but not forgotten.

Soke John Sharpe

January 31, 2012

Shihan Holk will always be remembered as a great martial artist and leader. 100% true man. A Great man. This is a loss to many. My regards.

January 30, 2012

The Creswell family has such wonderful memories of Joe Holck. He taught life skills and values to our sons, Steven and John. We enjoyed and valued our friendhsip with his wife, sons and duaghter. We have fond recollections of his luaus with pit cooked pork and Hawaiin treats on skewers.
Our deepest sympathy to his family. You have lost Joe but you will never lose his legacy.

Joshua VanOrden

January 30, 2012

Dai Shihan, you teachings will not be forgotten, a part of you and the people you've touched will continue to touch many more. Shihan Vinson, Wilber and all of the Ohana my deepest condolences. He will be missed.

Briana Tomooka

January 29, 2012

Grandpa,
I've known you for all my life. You've always had a joking nature and put smiles on everyone's faces. I know you have been a great mentor to all of your students and they will carry on your tradition and ways. As my sister said, you have a way of inspiring people. And you always willLove you grandpa forever&always.

Paul LaPointe

January 28, 2012

You were such an inspiration and visionary in the martial arts, as well as my life. Thank you for all that you have shared and the light you brought to all of us who knew you. I will always remember your quick smile and joking nature. You are greatly missed and will be forever remembered.

John Truman

January 28, 2012

Dai Shihan Holck was always cheerful and friendly every time I saw him. He was quick to joke with me and loved people. His legacy will be carried on through the Kodenkan of Tucson. Even more so his character is revealed through his sons and daughter who will carry on the tradition of excellence in martial arts instruction. All my best to his family and friends.

Chance Ward

January 27, 2012

This loss is the passing of a Great Icon not only as a phenomenal Martial Artist but also an Amazing Human Being of un-equaled Humanity, Humbleness, Courtesy, Respect, Honor, Encouragement and Understanding. His Visions provided the Sight of the Journey Ahead and his discipline provided the path of structure to see it to fruition. His mentor-ship and a remarkable way with people offered True Guidance and Sincere Love for the Success of his Family, Students and Instructors. He will be Greatly Missed! Gone but Never Forgotten!

Mia Olsen

January 27, 2012

Those of us who knew you and loved you will miss you greatly. I know you are smiling down on us from Heaven.

Anita Leist

January 27, 2012

I never had the opportunity to meet you, but you have a wonderful wife and a terrific son. I hope Vinson Holck becomes the Sheriff of Tucson and continues to honor the Holck name.

Otto Kenngott

January 26, 2012

Joe always treated me with respect and kindness. He had that great laugh that warmed all around!
I'll miss that.

Murray & Bettie Baker

January 26, 2012

I know that Sensei Holck is teaching in the Great Hombu In the Sky. Vinson, My deepest condolences to you and your family. May the Author of Life comfort you all. Have good memories.

Mary Maples Cox

January 26, 2012

Meleana, losing a father is never easy. Try to take comfort in the memories he's left you. Blessings to you and your family. Mary Maples Cox

January 26, 2012

I am so sorry to hear of your loss! I have many fond memories of the Holk family and the Tucson Hawaiian Club Luau's...Adrian Caminos

Bob & Jo Anne Westerman

January 26, 2012

Vinson, our condolences to you and your family over the loss of your father.

Ralph Juvera

January 26, 2012

My deepest sympathay for Amy and the family.Sensei Holck was not only a great person but also the best martial instructor. I will forever remember the years I spent learning from him and the friendship of Amy and the boys.
God bless the family and Sensei rest in peace.
Ralph Juvera

Erika Wiesner

January 26, 2012

Dear Vinson, I'm so very sorry for the loss of your Dad.
Your Realtor Erika Wiesner( Garcia)

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