Photo courtesy of Brooklawn Funeral Home - Rocky Hill
Jun 9, 1965 - Aug 24, 2025 (Age 60)
I am so so sorry I completely missed this celebration of life today. I am so sorry to hear of Brian’s passing. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time
Stan Staron
September 06, 2025 | Bolton, CT | Family
We extend our deepest sympathies at this time and thank you for entrusting us with the care of your loved one.
Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Luke E. DiMaria and the Staff of Brooklawn Funeral Home/Giuliano-Sagarino
August 31, 2025 | Rocky Hill, CT
Prayers and love goes out to the Holt family . Brian was a good soul that will be remembered as good soul. Deeply sorry for all of you ! Sending prayers that you find comfort in this diffcult time !
Crissy Berry
August 30, 2025 | Berlin, CT | Friend
Brian Joseph Holt of Rocky Hill, CT passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, August 24, 2025 at the age of 60.
Brian was born on June 9, 1965 to parents Ulmont (Joe) Holt and Susan Moon Holt of East Hampton, CT. The Holt family later relocated to Rocky Hill in 1967 where Brian grew up and spent his childhood and teenage years. He began fishing at a young age and it is a hobby that has stuck with him throughout his life. Brian played varsity soccer as a Terrier with RHHS and began working on cars in his spare time as a hobby and through the high school shop class. Brian later attended Hartford Technical Institute after high school and had been a mechanic for 42 years. For the past two years he has worked as a foreman for Dattco bus company.
In recent years, Brian enjoyed spending his time working on his boat, fishing and being outdoors with his dogs, Daisy and Duke.
Brian was an avid handyman and was always the first to offer help to his friends and family with repairs. Not only was Brian incredibly knowledgeable in mechanics but he was well versed in every aspect of household repairs and maintenance from carpentry to plumbing and everything in between. He could install a counter or a carpet, hook up a water line and repair siding without hesitation. More importantly, Brian wanted to help those in his circle whenever and however he could. He will be remembered for his kind, gentle and often selfless spirit.
Brian is survived by the love of his life, his wife, Michelle Holt of Rocky Hill. The pair were friends since elementary school and reconnected later in life. Their relationship blossomed quickly and effortlessly and they recently celebrated their 10 year wedding anniversary on June 28, 2025. Brian also leaves behind his mother Susan Moon Holt of East Hampton, brothers Curtis Holt (Nickiann) of Rocky Hill, Chris Holt (Jennifer) of Vernon, his special aunt Paula Moon and nephews Justin Holt, Adam Holt, Joseph Holt and Cole Holt, stepdaughter Chelsea Griffen (Craig) and their children Connor and Colette, and stepson Greg Gionfriddo.
He is predeceased by his father Ulmont (Joe) Holt,brothers Scott Moon, Kevin Holt and a special close cousin Danny Moon. Brian is at long last reunited with his best buddy and companion, Leroy, his pet bloodhound.
There will be a celebration of life honoring Brian’s memory on Saturday, September 6 from 1-3 pm at the Giuliano-Sagarino Funeral Home at BROOKLAWN, 511 Brook St. in Rocky Hill.
Donations in Brian’s honor can be made to the Meriden Humane Society.
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