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Gene Holloway Obituary
He was the founder and President of Holloway & Son Construction for over 70 years, a member of Middletown United Methodist Church, former Mayor of Middletown for 18 years and a member of Middletown Chamber of Commerce.
Gene was an avid traveler and the most generous of men, but one of his true loves was working. He especially loved his crane and when he was unable to climb up into the cab, he would be lifted by another piece of equipment to the cab.
Gene was preceded in death by his brother, Billy Holloway.
He is survived by his loving wife of 17 years, Shirley Jean Summers Holloway; daughter, Phyllis Bradbury; grandchildren, David Abbott (Gail) and Joe Abbott (Kim); great-grandchildren, David Coleman "Cole" , Rachel Diane, Ethan Joe and Austin Tommie Abbott, brothers, Bob Holloway, David Holloway (Henrida) and Shannon Holloway.
His funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, August 18, 2012 at Middletown United Methodist Church with burial at Resthaven Memorial Park to follow. Visitation will be 2 - 7 p.m. Friday, August 17, 2012 at the church.
Expressions of sympathy may be made to The St. Mary's Center of Middletown in lieu of flowers.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Gene Holloway
Judy Bealmear & family
August 11, 2021
Always remembered as a kind gentleman.
Judy Bealmear
August 11, 2020
A very dear friend of my parents. When we would see them out to dinner after my Dad’s passing, he would tell me about playing marbles in the dirt with Dad when they were boys. They lived near each other out near Eastwood I believe. And he always asked about Mother. His kindness, continued friendship and stories meant so much to me. I have nothing but nice memories of him. Rest In Peace.
Judy Capito Bealmear (daughter of Hazel & William Capito)
David Sparks
August 29, 2012
Thank God for men like Gene Holloway. He is a bright and shining light of God's love and grace.
Rebecca M. Gray
August 29, 2012
David:
I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of your grandfather. I'll always remember him fondly from when we were teenagers at the ball park!
Joni Sholtes
August 29, 2012
I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Holloways passing. My late husband Tom was very found of him, and spoke of him often. May you find peace and comfort in your memories! What a wonderful man who had a great life! You are in my prayers.
August 18, 2012
I remember attending Sunday School under Gene. That was a long time ago, but the memories linger. Our families have long ties to Middletown. Gene will be missed and I extend my sympathy
to all the family.
May God be with you.
Bill Guyn, North Ft. Myers, FL
(formerly Middletown, KY)
Frank (Boots) Miller
August 18, 2012
We are sorry for the loss of Gene. We hear he battled with his illness for the last few years, with his final year, the toughest. Much sympathy and prayers to all of the family. The obituary said it right. He loved to work, as I remember him growing up in the 1950's in Middletown. Both my parents, Frank (Boots) and Martha B Brinley Miller Wills worked with Holloway & Son Const. for years. It was a family company back then, and if you worked with them, you were family too. One measure of a successful life is the positive influence you have on others. Gene's positive influences far outnumbered the negative. He touched many lives. He was a success.
We know his recent suffering is done, and he is at rest....probably sitting on a dozer or crane building something for God.
Frank & Clair Miller,Cordele, GA, Frances Miller Neill & Terry, Orlando, FL, Martha Brinley Miller Wills, Cordele, GA.
Stephen W. Bowles
August 18, 2012
I first met Mr.Holloway with Glen Lapp(Del Frisco's)in 1983,and was lucky to have his help both in '93 for the Great Ky.Cookoff and during his last couple of years as Mayor in 2000,he was the main reason I ever considered opening in Middletown,and when he left so did I(Pepperwood)he will be missed.Thoughts are with his wonderfull family and all who new him.RIP Mr.Holloway
Bill Estes
August 18, 2012
Gene was a very intellegent man with a great amount of resources, (due to years of hard work), with no desire to flaunt either. He was witty with the ability to quickly win over anyone he talked to. He was the epitome of a gentleman and the most generous man I ever had the pleasure of knowing, what a loss to us all.
August 18, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss,I remember meeting him with my Dad years ago.Very nice man.My Dad is gone too so just remember the wonderful memories you had with him.You are in my prayers.Debbie Whittenberg
Paul D Reece Kentucky Equipment
August 18, 2012
May GOD find a special place for you,,,There are many clouds that need to be moved around in heaven,,,I think GOD has brought you home to help HIM make more room for me and others...
Robert Schlenk
August 18, 2012
I remember Gene so well, but more so the days at my grandmother Anna home when all the Holloway family got to gether. Pete would bring his family, and all the Holloway brother and sisters would be there for lunch. Gene was a great and wonderful person and will be missed. My God Bless his wife and family, I'm sorry i can not be there because im in the Philippines right now, my prayers are with you all.
August 17, 2012
Dear Shirley and Family-We are so sad to hear about Gene. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you during this difficult time. Much Love and Prayer -Eric, Courtney, Claire and Calbert Williams
August 17, 2012
So sorry for your loss and our loss as well. What a fine gentleman, who was a good friend to our family. He will be greatly missed.
Judy Capito Bealmear
Carole & Mark Scureman
August 17, 2012
As parents of a daughter who goes to St Mary's Center we cannot express how grateful we have been for all of the wonderful things that Gene did and gave to St. Mary's Center. Our deepest sympathy to the family.
Keith Capito
August 17, 2012
Gene was a great friend of my entire family.He was always so good to me I will always have fond memories of him.Thoughts and prayers to all his family.RIP Gene
Jack & Joyce Brinly
August 17, 2012
Dear Holloway family,
Our family is so sorry to hear of the passing of Gene...all of the Holloway brothers are larger than life members of the community. He will be much missed and remembered for all his good deeds. May God keep you and your family close now and always.
Earl D Lane
August 17, 2012
Mr. Holloway will be missed by the City of Middletown and The United Methodist Church....he did so much for both.
Gail (Stormes) Oerther
August 17, 2012
Shirley, I am so sorry for your loss. I will remember Gene with great fondness when I worked at KMI. He was always such a gentleman. Thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kimberly Mathis
August 17, 2012
My deepest sympathy to Mrs. Shirley and family. Gene was one of the best men I have had the honor of knowing. He was a builder, giver, mentor, gentleman and above all, a Christian full of love. Gene, I'll never forget digging ditches with you when Trey and I were building our home. You will miss sorely missed. Enjoy your home in Heaven!
Kimberly Sanders Mathis
Sam Newman
August 17, 2012
Gene, was a friend of mine for around 30 years. He was a very generous man with a good heart. I will miss seeing him at his office. Sam Newman World-Wide Missions, PO Box 209 Baguio City, Philippines
Ed
August 17, 2012
A very good friend for many, many years. Fought a very courageous battle. You will be missed by family and friends.
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