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Richard Holly Obituary
Richard M. Holly
of Endicott
On September 18, 2008, Richard M. Holly, 61, the love of Linda's life, went home to be with his Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ, after a long, courageous 3-year battle with leukemia. He is survived by his wife, Linda, who will be forever grateful for the 15 wonderful years they were able to share; sister, Judy Siegelman; brother, Chuck (Teisha) Holly; brother-in-law, Brad (Adele) Jones, all of Maryland; nieces and nephews, Holly and Mike, Mark and Samantha, Bryan, Kevin, Victoria and Brandon; also the lights of his life, great-niece and nephew, Morgan and Leland. Richard graduated from U-E High School and served with the U.S. Army, stationed in Germany. He enjoyed traveling and spending time with family and friends over a good meal accompanied by a good bottle of wine. He rooted for the Yankees, Giants, Notre Dame and Syracuse, but his favorite sport to watch was golf. His favorite spot was his chair on the front porch, where he could watch the birds and greet his neighbors and anyone else who might pass by. He was a lifelong member of the Central United Methodist Church, where he was a teacher and mentor for the confirmation class and also taught adult Sunday school.
A memorial service will be held 2:00 p.m., Sunday at the Central United Methodist Church. The Rev. Douglas Clark, Pastor of the church, will officiate. The Rev. Kenneth Wood, former Pastor, The Rev. Thomas Hester, a good friend, and Jan Clark will participate. The family will receive friends 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., Sunday at the church. Linda and his family will be forever grateful to Dr. Seruzel Khan and all his "family" at Broome Oncology for all their loving care given to Dick and Linda the past 3 years. The family would also like to thank Chaplain Betty Pomeroy and the staff of Wilson ICU for their kind support and gentle care. Most of all, we want to thank all of our church family and friends who unselfishly shared their support and love. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Memorial Fund of the Central United Methodist Church, 17 Nanticoke Ave., Endicott, N.Y. 13760, or to the Leukemia - Lymphoma Society, 401 North Salina St., Suite 304, Syracuse, N.Y. 13023.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Holly
Margaret W. Ware
September 22, 2008
Linda, My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Ann Lomonaco
September 22, 2008
Linda,
Needless to say, I said a prayer when I read of Dick's death in yesterday's paper! I will always remember his tireless support of and dedication to Children's Miracle Network! I am fortunate to have known him! Peace and God Be With You as you hold onto the love both of you shared! In friendship,
Ann
Pam Lia
September 22, 2008
Dear Linda,
I am so sorry to learn of Dick's passing. He was a special person to all of us and will be deeply missed at our family Fourth get-togethers. He sure made everyone feel very special. We were all blessed having him in our lives! Pam Lia
Janet Mosco
September 22, 2008
Dear Linda,
I was so saddened when I read about Dick in the newspaper. When we worked together and you would talk about Dick, your face would light up; it was so apparent that you found true love and were so very happy.
As the days and weeks pass, and you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, Love leaves a memory no one can steal.
With deepest sympathy,
Ray Pastrick
September 21, 2008
Linda,
I am so happy that Dick was a part of your life! We had great times
growing up in West Endicott and he
will be missed.
Marsha Ciavarella,Barker
September 21, 2008
Dear Linda,
I'm so sorry for your loss,my sympathy to you.It is so difficult to lose a loved one.
MELVIN HOWE
September 21, 2008
LINDA:
I'LL MISS THE PRESENCE OF DICK AS I GREW UP WITH HIM, ATTENDED SCHOOL AND CHURCH AND THE ENDICOTT ELKS WITH DICK AT VARIOUS EVENTS AND MINGLED WITH THE OTHER HOLLY FAMILY MEMBERS AS WELL AS MY MOTHER HAVING BEEN FRIENDS OF DICK'S MOM. I'M SORRY TO HEAR OF THE RECENT PASSING OF DICK AND I WILL MISS SEEING YOU BOTH TOGETHER IN THE PEWS OF THE CHURCH AND IN PUBLIC
Alice Ten
September 21, 2008
Dearest Linda and family - I am so sorry that Dick had to leave you so soon. He was a fine, strong young man who was always ready with a radiant smile. I remember when I first met him, he spoke as if he had known me forever...that's how outgoing he always was. I'll always remember him for that. My prayers and thoughts are with you. May the peace of God carry you through this time of sorrow and loss.
Rose Cumbo Leniek
September 20, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Tom Hester
September 20, 2008
Dick was a good friend and I will miss him. He was an encourager, even in the midst of his sickness and we all need that. Linda, the Lord bless you and keep you.
Patty Glowa Gzesh
September 20, 2008
Dear Linda, How sorry I am about Dick's passing. I remember how happy you were when you told me that the 2 of you had recently married, and you were still happy when I saw you much later. You have often been in my thoughts because we were friends, and I too married later in life. You have always deserved joy and I am glad that you found it for 15 years and wish it had been more.
John Bertoni
September 20, 2008
To Linda ,Chuck and the entire Holly Family,my condolences and prayers to you all on the loss of Richard.
Karen Montgomery
September 20, 2008
Lnda - we know how hard Dick fought and how you have been there each and every moment for him. Dick can now rest and let all the pain and suffering go. The Lord has truly taken him. Our love, Norm and Karen Montgomery
cynthia challis
September 20, 2008
To Richard's family, How sorry I am to hear of his passing. God has really called some people home this past two weeks. You all will be in thoughts and prayers.
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