Manfred Holtzinger

Manfred W. Holtzinger VIRGINIA BEACH - Manfred W. "Casey" Holtzinger, well known local artist of Virginia Beach, passed away July 26, 2009, in Chesapeake Health Care. A native of Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late Frederick and Edith Holtzinger. He was an artist who drew local landscapes and historical subjects. Mr. Holtzinger's art included historical Williamsburg, Norfolk, and later Navy ships and trains. He also extensively painted for Colonna's Shipyard. His art is displayed locally in many buildings. He was a member of the Catholic Church of St. Mark, Knights of Columbus Council No. 10515, American Legion Post No. 0820, VFW Post No. 4809, and was a Marine Corps and Navy veteran. He is survived by his beloved wife of 55 years, Peggy J. Holtzinger of Lewes, Del.; a daughter, Billie Jo Shade and husband Frank of Lewes; a granddaughter, Brandy Shade Drewry; and two great-grandchildren, Connor Drewry and Samuel Drewry, all of Virginia Beach. He was predeceased by a son, Kirk W. Holtzinger and a daughter, Melody Holtzinger. A Christian memorial service will be held Wednesday, July 29, at 1 p.m. at The Catholic Church of St. Mark with the Rev. James C. Griffin officiating. Hollomon- Brown Funeral Home, Kempsville Chapel, is handling the arrangements. Memorials, in lieu of flowers, may be made to the American Cancer Society. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com.