Darrell Holder
1958 - 2010
Darrell Holder
1958 - 2010
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BORN
1958
DIED
2010
Darrell Holder Obituary
Darrell Holder was born September 23, 1958 in Ames to William and Jeannette (Ball) Holder. He married Joni Jensen on June 14, 1980. He later married Tammy Ledet on March 8, 1997.
He had been employed in the city water departments in Cedar Rapids and Ames. He was a member and union steward with AFSCME. He enjoyed fishing, camping, and football. He was a huge fan of Nascar, Kansas City Chiefs and ISU sports. He loved children and was a "kid magnet".
He is survived by his wife, Tammy Holder, of Ames; two daughters, Amanda "Mandi" (Dustin) Schaefer and their children, Anthony, Austin, and Ashlyn of Clarence, MO, and Mallory Holder of Loveland, CO; mother, Jean Weldon, of Cedar Rapids; sister, Irma Bell, of Colfax; brother, John Holder of Cedar Rapids; step-children, Skyler and Shyanne Munson, both of Cedar Rapids; parents-in-law, Richard and Marsha Ledet of Nevada; and two brothers-in-law, Dana (Marti) Ledet of Ankeny, and Hans Ledet of Des Moines.
He was preceded in death by his father, William J. Holder; grandparents; step-father, Thomas Weldon; and brother-in-law, Michael Bell.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the Darrell Holder memorial fund.
Condolences may be sent to www.stevensmemorialchapel.com.
Arrangements under the direction of Stevens Memorial Chapel, Ames, IA.
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Sue Stokke
October 2, 2010
We miss the good times we shared with Darrell out at Hickory Grove Court. We were blessed to reconnect with him, as neighbors, after so many years.
We'll never forget Darrell or the richness of our experiences with him. Our fond memories of times spent with Darrell will always be with us.
MICHAEL NOSTWICH
September 9, 2010
DARRELL WAS A FUN GUY, GOT TO WORK WITH HIM FOR A WHILE THE SUMMER OF 1979, REST IN PEACE BUDDY...
Karen Van Drie
September 8, 2010
May you find peace in this time of loss. I live in Istanbul, Turkey where the tap water isn't considered safe enough to use. It has made me appreciate the work of people like Darrel who make sure that Iowans can turn on a tap and receive beautiful, clean water everyday. I appreciate his service to Cedar Rapids and Ames very much.
Sharon Norris
September 8, 2010
I was a lifelong friend of Darrell's. We were in the same class at Beardshear Elementary School. We stayed in close contact for many years after high school, but we lost touch when I married and moved to Sioux City in 1988. Darrell and I went 'steady' for one whole day back in the 5th grade. Those were the great days of our youth. Darrell was always the first pick on anyone's softball team. He was the only kid in the class that could hit a home run almost every time he was at bat. A bunch of us used to play together in the Ames Cemetery every summer. It was like a park to us when we were kids. When I visit his grave, I'll think back to the warm days we spent there laughing and playing in the shade of those trees. Darrell was one of the kindest people to me in my entire lifetime. I am a better person for having known him.
Peace to all of his family and friends.
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Belinda Ruggieri
September 7, 2010
Goodbye old friend, though it's been a long time you'll never be forgotten.
Susan Satre
September 7, 2010
Although I haven't seen Darrell since high school, I remember him fondly. My sincere condolences to the loved ones he left behind.
Mark Sogard
September 5, 2010
I knew Darrel in high school and he was always nice to me. I was a year younger than him. I am so sorry to hear of his death.
Sue Stokke
September 5, 2010
We're not "funeral people," but I went by Beardshear School yesterday morning, near the Ames Cemetery, where, I know Darrell enjoyed the bike racing track that my brother, Steve, set up and organized for all of them as kids. I know Darrell was greeted on the other side and that I'll see him there again one day.
Lonie & Debbie Shearer
September 4, 2010
We will miss him... so sorry to hear of your loss, we were gone for a few days for the holiday & just now found out about your loss. Thinking of you.
Robin Pigg
September 4, 2010
So sorry to hear the loss of Darrell. It's been a few years since I last saw him at the race track in Boone but, he was still smilin'.....like always! My deepest sympathies.
Denise Smith
September 4, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss. I was just informed of this and can't make it I'm so sorry. He was a great guy and a better family member (cousin). My prayers are with you at this time of need. Denise Smith
Tom Sandal
September 3, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
September 3, 2010
May you find Peace and comfort in this time. Godd Bless.
Steve and Mary Eyanson
Janet Kalsem Erickson
September 3, 2010
I am so sorry for you loss. Prayers for the family.
Jim, Barb Osborn
September 2, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
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