Ralph Holda Obituary
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Born on June 13, 1959, in Hartford, CT, Ralph was the beloved son of Victor and Helen Holda. After graduating high school, he pursued his passion for craftsmanship by establishing his own masonry business, which he operated with pride and dedication for over 35 years.
In 1986, Ralph married the love of his life, Tamra, and together they built a home in Amston, CT, where they raised their two sons.
Outside of work, Ralph enjoyed a long career playing rugby with the Hartford Wanderers, he enjoyed boating fast on Long Island Sound and had a lifelong love of music-especially drumming. In his younger years, he performed with several local bands.
Ralph will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. He is survived by his devoted wife, Tamra; his mother, Helen of Rocky Hill, CT; his son, Otto and his wife Nichole, and their daughter Lily of Wilmington, MA; his son Kelvin of Amston, CT; as well as his siblings, Gary Holda and Susan Sharpley. He was predeceased by his father, Victor, and his brother, Alan Holda.
A Catholic mass will be held at St. Joseph's Church in Willimantic, CT, at 11 am on Tuesday, August 26, 2025. In lieu of flowers, donations in Ralph's memory may be made to Kelvin's work program at HorizonsCT.org.
The Aurora-McCarthy Funeral Home of Colchester has been entrusted with care of arrangements. For online condolences and to share a story of Ralph for his family, please visit www.auroramccarthyfuneralhome.com
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Tracy & Glenn Morrin
September 29, 2025
Tamra, Otto, and Kelvin, I am so sorry to learn of Ralph´s passing. May your love and memories always fill your hearts. I will pray for strength for all of you.
Bob Bates
August 29, 2025
Tammy and family, I am so sorry to just learn of Ralph´s passing. He was such a great guy to be around during our rugby years. Always making people laugh and a heck of a teammate. Had a blast on a rugby tour in the Bahamas. I will always remember Ralph as a family man too, he talked lovingly of you all. Rest in Peace old friend you are missed.
Kathleen Farrell Pantazatou
August 25, 2025
Very saddened to hear of Ralph's passing. My sincere condolences to his Mom, Susan, Gary and his entire family. RIP Ralph.
Elizabeth A Glinski
August 25, 2025
I would like to send my condolences to the family just found out about this very sorry... From Pete Shea and Betty Glinski
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Enzo Urban Iacovino
August 21, 2025
Mrs Holda, Susan and Gary
I was very saddened to hear of Ralph´s passing. I have many fond memories of the Holda Family going back more than 60 years. I will keep you all in my prayers. God Bless .
Marie Roman
August 21, 2025
Gary, Susan and family. Please accept my most sincere condolences on the loss of Ralph. I´m glad Debbie and I got to see him for your mom´s birthday two years ago. I wish I knew him better. My prayers are with you
Marie Roman
August 21, 2025
Aunt Helen I´m so sorry to hear about your son Ralph. I know how it feels, no matter what the age.Remember all the good times and it will help to get you through this. My prayers are with you
Donna Jedynak LaFountain
August 20, 2025
Mrs. Holda, Gary and Susan,
Ar this very sad time, please accept my sincerest condolences and prayers to keep you all strong.
Jacquie Zetting
August 20, 2025
Tamra, I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your sweet husband. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
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