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William Holder Obituary
Dr. William Lewis Holder, 85, died on August 10, 2012. He was a retired child psychiatrist who moved to Cocoa in 1988.
He was a native of Valdosta, GA and a graduate of Emory University, the University of Maryland School of Medicine, interned at Jackson Memorial Hospital, Miami and residencies at Lafayette Clinic, Hawthorn Center, and the University of Michigan Hospital.
His career in Maryland included consultant in school mental health to the Montgomery County Schools, Director of Child Mental Health for the Maryland State Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, the Director of the residential treatment center for children and the adolescents in Cheltenham, Health Officer and Deputy State Health Officer for Montgomery County, MD, and served on the part-time faculty of his Alma Mater, the University of Maryland Medical School. He was a life member of the American Medical Association, a Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, and a retired member of the Brevard County Medical Society.
He served in the United States Air Force in the Philippines in WWII.
He is survived by his wife, Ann; two daughters, Allison Holder of Tucson, AZ and Melissa Holder of Viera; three grandchildren, and one great grandson.
Beckman-Williamson Funeral Home in Viera is in charge of arrangements.
Donations may be made to Dr. Jey Pillai Center for Hospice Care, 661 Eyster Boulevard, Rockledge, FL 32955. Phone: 321-637-2755, or a charity of your choice.
You may sign William's guestbook at www.beckmanwilliamson.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for William Holder
Michael Foley
August 15, 2012
I am saddened by your loss. My prayers go out to you and your family.
Lunette Birrenkott
August 15, 2012
Ann, Allison and family,
We were so sorry to hear of William's passing. Even tho we never had the opportunity to meet him he must have been a special person to have helped raise a special daughter like Allison. May happy memories help you thru this sad time.
Lunette Birrenkott, Terry Healy
August 14, 2012
To Ann and family,
Its nice getting to know all of you and I'm very sorry to hear about William. Im sorry I can't be there to help. My mom needed me. All of my thoughts are with you. Love and prayer, Janel
Allison Holder
August 14, 2012
My favorite memories of Dad are from family vacations at New Smyrna Beach. Dad, Melissa and I would get up early and we walk on the beach finding all kinds of treasures, shells, hermit crabs. We love you Dad!
Marilyn Hulme
August 13, 2012
Ann,
I think this is what Lewis is saying. "Annie, I'm fine now and will wait patiently until I see you again. I've already started a few lists of things that I want you to do when you get here."
Melanie Chan
August 12, 2012
To Ann, Allison, and Melissa: We'll be thinking of you and sending good vibes. Love, Melanie & Frank
Ronnie Brautigam
August 12, 2012
Ann
Having just been through this, I know that there is, a almost lost feeling, not knowing what the future holds, where do you turn next. Please try and look on the good times you have had together. With my deepest respect for you. Ronnie
Nickie Devlin
August 12, 2012
Ann, I know that all the wonderful memories you made with your husband will help as time goes on. For now accept the love that each of your friends send you and know that our warmest thoughts are with you and your family.
Mary Hartney
August 11, 2012
Ann, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Take care, your friends at BCDTC.
Julia Gregory
August 11, 2012
Ann
I'm holding you in my heart.
Joan & Carl Tennille
August 11, 2012
Ann
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, your daughters and their families. Know that Carl and I are available to assist you now or in the future.
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