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Fred L. Holcomb, 76, died on Thursday, August 21, 2025, at Hospice House in Olathe, KS after a brief hospital stay.
Fred was born on August 15, 1949, in Wichita, KS to Theodore and Loretta (Freund) Holcomb. He attended Kapaun High School in Wichita and graduated from Emporia State University with a business degree. A talented athlete, Fred was on wrestling teams throughout high school and college. After graduation he farmed and worked construction until disabled by deteriorating mental health.
Fred is survived by family members, John Holcomb (Kay Shore), Chuck Holcomb (Helen), Mary Holcomb (Mark Schulte), Ted Holcomb, Pat Burnett (Dak) Bob Holcomb (Susan), Jim Holcomb, Rod Holcomb (Brenda), Andrea Holcomb, and Paul Oldfather. In addition, he is survived by numerous nieces and nephews, as well as great nieces and nephews.
In later life Paola, Kansas was his home. He was preceded in death by his parents.
The family will receive friends at the St. Leo Catholic Church, St. Leo, KS at 10 AM, followed by a rosary at 10:45. The Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00. all on Monday, Aug. 25, 2025. Burial will be at the St Leo Church Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the St. Leo Building Fund or the St. Leo Cemetery Fund. Memorials may be sent to Livingston Funeral Home, 1830 N. Main, Kingman KS 67068.
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Gregg werner
August 24, 2025
Fred and I attended competing Catholic high schools in Wichita Kansas and did not know each other at that time. I came to know Fred however when he joined the wrestling team at Emporia State University. Fred and I were cocaptains of the wrestling team during our senior year. I always thought of Fred as a very sincere and intelligent person, and was honored to count him as my friend. I am sorry to hear of Fred`s passing. He and his family will be in my prayers.
Gregg Werner
Redding, CA
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