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Ray Barber
June 23, 2021


Photo courtesy of Gephart Funeral Home - Bay City
Bay City, Michigan
Aug 13, 1931 – Jun 10, 2021 (Age 89)
Mr. Holka passed away at his home surrounded by his family on Thursday, June 10, 2021 at the age of 89. The son of the late Sylvester and Theresa (Paciorkowski) Holka was born August 13, 1931 in Bay City, Michigan. Jim was a member of St. Catherine of Siena Parish and formerly had been a...
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Ray Barber
June 23, 2021
Mr. Holka was a good man and a good neighbor whom we admired. We lived next door to each other until he and Marge bought a house on McClellan St. As children we all played together and went to school together (Central High). I saw both Jim and Marge at my parents anniversary party. Time and distance have separated our families. However we felt kindred love and friendship with the Holka family and our hearts share in their grief and loss. We love you. Diana Woodland, on behalf of the Martin...
Diana Woodland
June 14, 2021 | Chicago, IL | Friend
Our family knew Jimmy for years and years when he drove a delivery truck for my Dad and Cloverdale Frozen Foods many years ago. He was one of the nicest and most friendly men around. I'm sure he will be sadly missed by all who have had the pleasure of knowing him. Rest in Peace my friend
Richard J Niedzwiecki
June 14, 2021 | Friend
May God give you all the strength to make it through this difficult time and tremendous loss. Uncle Jim was a man of all men and admired by all. Remember only your most precious memories and keep them close to your heart. Our love and deepest sympathy. God Bless
Wayne and Rose Thompson
Rose Thompson
June 13, 2021 | Interlachen, FL | Family
I am so very sorry for your loss.
I cherish all of my childhood memories with such great neighbors! You are all in my prayers.♥
Colleen Henika
June 13, 2021 | Royal Oak, MI | Neighbor
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Find peace knowing he’s now with our lord sharing the beautiful memories he has.
Wayne and Joanne Roach
June 12, 2021
Marge and family,
Nancy and Jerome,
So very sorry for your loss. I remember what a nice, fun loving guy Jim was, seeing him out on Bay Shore many years ago at family functions.
Your memories live on.
Nancy Uhlmann Mueller
June 12, 2021 | Neighbor
You have our prayers and our deepest sympathy.
Janet Karczewski
June 11, 2021 | Largo, FL | Acquaintance
Dear Michelle and Family: Please accept my heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. Cherish your beautiful memories of a life well lived.
Kim Gidley
June 11, 2021 | Friend