Belchertown, Massachusetts
Mar 16, 1943 – Aug 17, 2019 (Age 76)
Dr. John C. Holdsworth, OD, PhD, 76, died on August 17, 2019 at Baystate Medical Center surrounded by his loving family. He was born March 16, 1943 in Bristol, CT, son of Harry W. and Margaret E. (Culliton) Holdsworth. He served his country as a Lieutenant in the U.S. Navy. John has resided in...
Read MoreI echo what I wrote before in 2019, that Optometrists are not made like him anymore. What I never realized before was that he and I were the same age being born in the same year. It truly has been a struggle to find an Optometrist with his patience and skill set. I continue to wish his family all the best. He will be missed for a long time. Peace and Blessings, Beth J
Elizabeth H Jenkins
August 13, 2025
Rest in Peace Dr. Holdsworth. Sympathy and prayers to your family. You will be missed by all.
Tracey (A patient for many years)
August 22, 2019 | Westfield, MA
I was so sad to hear about John. He was a wonderful man.
Justine, my heartfelt condolences go out you and your family. You all are in my thoughts and prayers!
Greg Boisseau
August 22, 2019 | Amherst
We are very sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Pansy Atkins and family
August 21, 2019
Dr.Holdsworth was my eye doctor for many
years. My wife & I "LOVED" his exams -with
his Honestly if we did or didn't need new glasses.
To the remaining family members - You Lost
a very valuable family member.
Dave & AnnMarie Cummings
August 20, 2019 | DE
I am so sorry for your loss. He was an excellent eye doctor. They do not make them like him any more. I was a patient of his for several years. I still have not found anyone of his caliber to take his place. He was one of a kind and you were so blessed to have him as family. May he Rest In Peace. Elizabeth H Jenkins
Elizabeth H Jenkins
August 20, 2019 | Springfield, MA
An appointment with Dr. Holdsworth was like a visit with an old friend. He was caring and personable. He truly cared about his patients. Condolences to his entire family. May he rest in peace.
Nancy Savaria
August 20, 2019 | East Longmeadow, MA
I am so sorry for your loss. My husband and I were patients of Dr. Holdsworth and we thought he was great. We always enjoyed seeing him, not only because he was a fantastic doctor, but because he was the nicest man and had such a soothing voice he immediately put you at ease. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you.
Patricia Abramowicz
August 19, 2019 | Chicopee, MA
