Denton, Texas
Timothy Eugene Holt, 65, son of Leo and Helen Holt of Toledo, OH passed away at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital in Denton, Texas on September 4, 2012. Tim and his wife Janet moved to Denton to be near their daughters and grandchildren after his retirement from Country Select in Belzoni, MS. Tim attended Ohio State University before proudly serving his country in Viet Nam as an Army Buck Sergeant E-5 in the 9th Infantry Division 2nd Battalion 47 Infantry Bravo Company. After serving his country, he was stationed at Fort Hood in Killeen, Texas. Because they enjoyed the Texas climate, Tim and his wife Janet LaJeunesse, whom he married August 30, 1969 in Toledo, OH, decided to make it home. Soon after, Tim and Janet moved to Houston, Texas where he worked for Gulf Oil. They were blessed with two daughters, Darcy and Amanda. Next, they made their way to East Texas where Tim was employed by Center Tire Company, then Tyson Foods.
Tim is preceded in death by his parents Leo and Helen Holt and sister, Catherine Baird. He is survived by his wife, Janet, daughters, Darcy Henry and Amanda Shelton, son-in law Andrew Shelton, grandchildren Blake, Mallory, Abbie, Gus, and Drew, sister Leona Blakemore of Sunbury, OH, nieces, nephews, cousins and much loved family and friends.
A visitation and Rosary will be held September 13, 2012 at DeBerry Funeral Directors, 2025 West University Dr., Denton, TX 76201 from 6:00-8:00 and Funeral services will follow Friday, September 14, 2012 with a memorial tribute starting at 10:30 and the Mass starting 11:00 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 2255 N. Bonnie Brae, Denton, TX 76207. Attendees may then travel to the Dallas National Cemetery 2000 Mountain Creek Parkway Dallas, TX 75211 for his military burial rite at 1:30. Memorial reception will be held following burial service at Best Western Premier Crown Chase Inn & Suites, 2450 Brinker Road, Denton, TX 76208.
Online condolences and tributes can be made at www.deberryfuneraldirectors.com
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: American Diabetes Association at https://donations.diabetes.org or the National Kidney Foundation at http://www.kidney.org
Dear Janet, So sad to learn of your loss. I remember our time at Center Plywood (Hallmark) and working with Tim when he was at Tysons. Lost touch these last few years. Please extend our condolences to the girls.
Ed Strickland
Ed Strickland
September 30, 2012 | Azle, TX
Dear Janet, Amanda, Darcy and families,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss....so many wonderful memories with you all and so much laughter...our thoughts and prayers and with you all. His peace and comfort, Kathy, Miller and Max Thomas
September 18, 2012
Dear Janet, Darcy and Amanda,, what a people person Tim was. He always lent a helping hand for anyone in need. I always appreciated his love of life and positive attitude. A sad day for all of us that loved him, but just think of the joy he willl bring in Heaven!
Kim Burks
September 17, 2012 | San Augustine, TX
Sorry to hear about Tim. I remember he comming in my Barbershop. Every time I pass the OLE house in Lands Ending I think of Tim.
DANNY CRAWFORD
September 16, 2012 | CENTER, TX
Dear Janet & family,
I am so sorry to learn about Tim. You and the girls and their families are in my thoughts and prayers. I pray for your peace and comfort now and in the coming months.
Billie Sue Payne
September 15, 2012 | Center, TX
Dear Janet and family: So sorry to hear about Tim. We shared a lot of good times in the many years of going to the hill country hunts. You know Tim still holds the record deer for our group. You are in our prayers.
Jerry & Barbara Pinkston
September 13, 2012
Dear Janet, and girls. I worked with Tim at Holly Farms (Tyson) when he was in personnel and I was in Medical. I have never laughed so hard as I have listening to Tim. He was a great boss and a joy to be around. Your are in my prayers....Godspeed Tim
Sheila Jones
September 13, 2012 | Center, TX
Dear Janet, Darcy, and Amanda,
Tom and I were so saddened to hear of Tims passing. He truly was a sincere, loving man. We always enjoyed visiting with him and pray for all of you peace and comfort during this difficult time. Please give the kids a hug for us and tell them we love them. If we can do anything please let us know. You are all in our prayers.
Kris and Tom Henry
September 12, 2012 | Van, TX
Timothy Eugene; the first thing I realized is that he shared a middle name with my Daddy. Continuing in that vein he also shared the morals, respect, laughter, the love of the Lord and the ability to always find the best in all people. I looked up to Tim for these qualities.
Family was always his number one priority. His wonderful wife Janie, his beautiful daughters Darcy and Amanda (Andy), his sweet grandchildren Blake, Mallory, Abbie, Gus and Drew. Beyond this group were of...
September 12, 2012
