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Robert Holderer Obituary
Robert received his Ph.D. in English Composition and Rhetoric from Oklahoma State University. He held several other degrees, including Master of Education: Professional Development from the University of Wisconsin, Whitewater; Master of Arts: Spanish from Middlebury College; and Bachelor of Arts: Spanish from Houghton College. He spent most of his long career as an English professor at Edinboro University of Pennsylvania, where he directed the University Writing Center and served as Assistant Chairperson of the Department of English and Philosophy. He also taught English and Spanish at Barton County Community College, Maranatha College, and Pillsbury College; in addition, he taught English, French, and Spanish at high schools in Philadelphia, Pa. and Whitehall, N.Y. During his almost thirty years of dedicated service at Edinboro, he made substantial contributions to the university and devoted himself to furthering the success of his students.
Robert was an accomplished organist who played piano and organ for several churches. Most recently, he served as Music Director of New Hope Presbyterian Church. He was a member of Abiding Hope Lutheran Church and served on the council there. He was also on the Board of Trustees of Bethesda Children's Home in Meadville and served a term as a trustee at Thiel College.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister.
Friends may call at the Glunt Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 210 Erie Street, Edinboro, on Sunday, February 21, 2021 from 2 to 4 p.m., followed by a service at 4 p.m. All CDC guidelines requiring face masks and social distancing will be in place.
Memorials may be made in Robert's name to Edinboro University's Student Hardship Fund. Donations (payable to Edinboro University) should be directed to the University Advancement Office, Alumni House, Edinboro University, Edinboro, PA 16444. To send condolences please visit www.gluntfuneralhome.com.
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ANTHONY KOLAKOSKI, Naples, Fl
April 14, 2022
I sit in my living room, stunned that I just found out that Robert has passed. I met Robert in a courtroom on Long Island several years earlier. A Genealogy company had contacted me that a long-lost Uncle had died, and they were looking for heirs. It was at this hearing in Probate Court that I found out Robert and I are cousins. After court, we had a long lunch trying to piece together our lineage. It was a great time, and we said our goodbyes. We wrote letters to each other, however, the past two years were a challenge with my wife facing several major medical problems, and we lost contact. Robert was so happy, as was I, to find we had a family. This news is a shock and I need to reflect on our meeting and letters. Farewell, Cousin, it was a pleasure to meet you. Prayer sent for you.
Wendy Austin
February 26, 2022
It's been a little over a year since Bob died, during which time I have often wished to talk and visit with him, but then would stop and realize that he was no longer here in this world, though I'm sure in the afterlife. I am glad to have had his friendship during the time he lived here. A good guy! Completely sincere.
Daniel Austin
March 6, 2021
Bob played the organ at our wedding. I am sorry I will not see him again in this life, but expect to in the next.
Bob Cogan
March 2, 2021
I and my wife, Ruth, escaped to Florida for half years 8 years ago. We remember Bob and I liked him.
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Wendy Austin
February 24, 2021
Bob was a great friend and colleague! I shared an office and more than a few lunches with him for many years. How sad that he is gone. What a kind, gentle soul! I can't imagine Edinboro without him, but heaven's angels will be glad that he is back among them.
Brian Davies
February 21, 2021
What a great friend!! I will miss you!!
Sondra Marshall
February 20, 2021
Our prayers go out to all of Bob’s friends. We will miss you at choir practice and on Sunday mornings and special services. I shall miss singing to your accompaniment.
Britt Kemp
February 20, 2021
I'm very sorry to hear about the passing of Dr. Holderer. I had him as a student at Edinboro and I remember he was a good, kind professor.
Kristine Copeland
February 20, 2021
My prayers and sympathies. Bib was a great guy whom I always loved our conversation at work. Boro lost another great guy!
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