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Gary was known far and wide for his incredible talent as an auto body man. His hands could skillfully coax bent metal into art, and his work was not just a job but a calling. He found joy in restoring vehicles to their former glory, and his reputation for excellence was a testament to his meticulous nature and dedication to his craft. He was a man who loved working in his shop, a sanctuary where he spent countless hours tinkering, creating, and fixing.
An avid outdoorsman, Gary enjoyed fishing. He cherished the quiet moments by the water, waiting for a catch, reflecting on the beauty of nature. His love for the outdoors was matched only by his fondness for Pepsi, a simple pleasure that he savored during his leisure time.
Gary was often described as a jack of all trades. There wasn't a task he couldn't tackle or a problem he couldn't solve. Friends and family knew they could always rely on Gary for help, advice, or just a friendly chat over a cold can of Pepsi.
Gary was preceded in death by his parents, Fant and Ollie Holt; daughter, Amber Kathleen Holt; and siblings, Betty James Holt, Dorothy Fay Holt, James Waylon Holt, and Jerry Don Holt.
Survivors include his wife of 46 years, Diane Holt; son, Eric Holt (Sandra); daughters, Tammy Holt, Tina Holt, and Janet Boling; brothers, Keith Holt and Tony Holt; sisters, Joann Easton and Diane Keen; grandchildren, Michael Bounds, Adrianna Boling, Bradley Boling, Christian Holt, Joshua Garlinghouse, Brennex Melton, Lathan Melton, and Isabella Holt; and great-grandchildren, Ryan Bounds, Presley Barnhill, and Lynnlee Bounds.
The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Monday, January 5, at Phillips Funeral Home. The funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, January 6, at Phillips Funeral Home with Bro. Kim Bridges officiating. Burial will follow at Harvey's Chapel Cemetery.
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