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Crystal Holman Obituary
Salisbury-Crystal L. Holman, 55, of Salisbury, passed away peacefully at Hospice at the Lake in Salisbury on Friday, September 2, 2016. Born on September 13th, 1960 in St. Louis, MO, she was the daughter of Joyce Tracy and the late John Hand.
Crystal had a successful career in Hotel Management for many years before pursuing her dream of being a mother and housewife. In her spare time she was a crusader in Autism Awareness and enjoyed helping families, educators and caregivers that worked with Autism. She served as the Executive Director of the Autism Chapter Eastern Shore, Inc. Crystal was highly recognized throughout the Eastern Shore as a leader in autism awareness and education. She was also an active member of the Allen Memorial Baptist Church in Salisbury, serving The Lord though group leadership. The legacy she leaves behind is one of hope and encouragement for the many that have known her.
In addition to her mother, she is survived by her loving husband of 25 years, Christopher Holman; two children, Hope Catherine and Hayden Christian, both of Salisbury; sister, Sharon Marr; step-sisters, Pam Johnson, Kim Clay and Mary Clair Tracy; step-brothers, Jeff Hand and James Tracy; and 16 nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, September 9, 2016 at Allen Memorial Baptist Church in Salisbury. A visitation and fellowship will be held one hour prior to the service. Pastor William Warren will be officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Allen Memorial Baptist Church, Salisbury; Dove Pointe, Salisbury; and/or Coastal Hospice, P.O. Box 1733, Salisbury, MD 21802.
Arrangements are in the care of Holloway Funeral Home, P.A., 501 Snow Hill Road, Salisbury, MD 21804. To send condolences to the family, please visit www.hollowayfh.com
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Charlotte Horsey
November 2, 2016
It was my great pleasure to have known this woman of faith.She was a loving human being.Her children and husband were her life.And she and I became good friends.We share a love for CHRIST.She adored her mother.And the relationship her mother has with her children.You will be missed,my friend.Love Pastor Horsey
Bill Sorg
September 11, 2016
So sorry for your loss. My families thoughts and prayers will be themed to you and your family. Stay strong. God bless!
KD
September 7, 2016
My deepest condolences to the family of Crystal during this most difficult time. She was an outstanding person in all the help that she gave to families of those with Autism. There are no words that can ease the pain of losing someone so beloved. May you find comfort and peace in knowing that your loved one is in Almighty God's memory, because those who pass on are precious in his eyes. Psalms
116:15. Psalms 83:18
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