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1992
DIED
2025
Benjamin Holiday Obituary
"To Thine Own Self Be True" was more than a tattoo on Benjamin's arm-it was a guiding principle in his life. He lived with integrity and kindness, offering care and dignity to all he encountered. Whether through music, cooking, or humor, Benjamin had a unique way of connecting with others and making them feel seen and valued.
He is remembered with deep love by his parents: Jennifer Brown; John and Donna Holiday; and Eric and Lacresha Gibson. He is also lovingly remembered by his brothers, Harlan Holiday and Luke Gibson; and his grandparents: Pamela Wheeler of Harrodsburg; Habiba Tlohi Harash of Eustis, Florida; Jimmy Holiday and Francis of Harrodsburg; Linda Parsons of Lexington; and Ann S. Robinson of Harrodsburg. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Jerry Brown.
A celebration of Benjamin's life will be held at Copper Roux, 861 South Broadway, Lexington, Kentucky, on Sunday, August 31, 2025, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. All friends, family, and loved ones are invited to attend.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Catholic Action Center of Lexington in Benjamin's honor.
May Benjamin's memory bring comfort and peace to those who knew him and serve as a lasting reminder of the beauty he brought into the world.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Nash Figlow
August 31, 2025
I had the pleasure of working with Ben in Death Valley. I arrived at the start of June, and over the course of 4 months, Ben became my best friend. He was old enough to be my dad, and frankly I looked up to him as one. Days feel like months in the middle of the desert, it felt like I knew him for years. He is without the most humble, intelligent and just all around great person. We laughed, fought, cried, partied. I broke my shoulder, arm, elbow, and wrist on his bike and was unconscious with a concussion for a minute. But I can still remember him brushing my shoulders off, saying "it's just a scratch dude, you'll be alright" when I finally managed to limp myself and the bike back. I learned a lot from Ben. I admired him greatly. And I loved him a lot. I am so terribly sorry for your loss. You'll be in my prayers and am always a text or call away. God bless.
Nash Figlow
941-662-7763
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