Kelly Dana Holzhauser, 47, of Stephens City and formerly of Front Royal, VA, passed away suddenly Tuesday, May 1, 2018 in Fauquier County.

A celebration of Kelly's life will be held Tuesday, May 8 at 11 a.m. at Maddox Funeral Home with Sammy Campbell officiating.

Kelly was born May 28, 1970 in Front Royal, son of Sharyn Mills of Front Royal and Kenneth David Holzhauser of Martinsburg, WV.

He was a 1988 graduate of Warren County High School.

Kelly was a U.S. Army veteran.

He was a graduate of Virginia Tech and graduated from the University of Phoenix where he received his master's degree.

He was a member of the Winchester Isaac Walton League of America. Kelly was currently working for Sysnet.

He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

He leaves behind his wife, Tammie; three children Marcus, Collin, and Mallory; his mother, Sharyn F. Mills and his step-dad Lee Mills of Front Royal; father, David Holzhauser and step-mother Janet of Martinsburg, WV; and brothers, Kevin Holzhauser and wife Jodi of Front Royal and Patrick Langlais of Front Royal.

The family will receive friends Tuesday, May 8 from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one's choice.

Arrangements are being handled by Maddox Funeral Home, Front Royal.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.maddoxfuneralhome.com

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Published by Northern Virginia Daily on May 4, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for Kelly Holzhauser

28 Entries

Richard Bodson

April 28, 2020

The memory of Kelly generates ecstasy and pride in having known him - a wonderful person and American. May Day has a more morbid meaning than any time in the past. We all miss Kelly and preserve the fond recollection.

Richard Bodson

April 28, 2019

All who knew Kelly tribute him and the memory of him. Condolences to all.

Mark Defosse

May 24, 2018

So sad to learn about Kelly's passing. One of the funniest, most interesting, and most admirable guys from my childhood. Hadn't seen him for years, but had his Myspace page in my "Favorites" at work, and always enjoyed seeing pics of the adult he'd become.

Patrick Pullen

May 8, 2018

I remember Kelly from our days in HS at Warren Cty. He was great guy and no one has ever uttered a bad word of him. He was always a great guy. I'm sorry to hear of the sudden passing.

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and loved ones.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Brian & Dawn Slye

May 8, 2018

What a wonderful celebration of life with both friends & family today. It goes without saying Kelly deserved it so much, but would have stood for none of it. Our love & support goes out to Tammie, kids & entire family.

Todd Dezan

May 8, 2018

Wow, I read this a few hours ago on Facebook, and I'm stunned. I haven't seen Kelly since our days at Tech so many years ago. We may have lost touch, but Kelly would come to mind from time-to-time. He was definitely hard to forget. The last time we spent much time together was July 4th of '95 or '96, I think. We drove up from Blacksburg and went to see the fireworks in D.C. we watched from the lawn of the Washington Monument, and it was the most spectacular display I have ever seen. Kind of a metaphor for the Kelly I knew. He was a really special guy. I always hoped we would reconnect one day, he was a true friend. Gone way too soon. Kelly will be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. God Bless.

Gretchen Teachout

May 7, 2018

It's hard to forget someone like Kelly, who gave us so much to remember. Thinking of you in love today. We think of you in our own silence. We will say your name. We have our memories, which is our keepsakes that will never part. God now has you in his keeping..you will always be in our hearts. Your beautiful soul will never be forgotten and your light lives on thru your children.
To all of Kelly's family: Sharyn,David,Patrick,Kevin,Aunt Ellen,Tammie... Although no words can help ease the loss you bear of Kel, just know that you are all very close in every thought and prayer..may you find strength within the family and in the warm embrace of friends... With respect and love Gretchen

a loved one

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John Feehan

May 5, 2018

Kevin and family, I am so sorry to hear of Kelly's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Valerie Ward

May 5, 2018

Kelly was a great guy and cousin and he will be missed by all who knew and loved him, we are praying for the family and we love them, I cannot imagine the pain of such a loss. God be with you and give you peace and comfort

a loved one

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Carl & Carol Blackman

May 4, 2018

Sharyn, Lee, Tammie, Kevin, Jodi, Pat & Jen: Our heartfelt thoughts & prayers go out to all of you. Wish I could be there with you. I will be with just not in person. Hugs to all of you. Kelly was a great guy.

Glenn Wood

May 4, 2018

Dave, Sharyn and Kevin,

Our hearts are broken over your loss. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Jim Ballard

May 4, 2018

Kelly was one of the best. My thoughts and prayers to Kelly's family and all our friends.

Wally Martin

May 4, 2018

The years had definitely gotta away from us, but I was only recently uttering your name in a conversation with my wife, as she had crossed paths recently with Kevin. Kelly brought back memories of a sweet-spirited gent with a great sense of humor and a natural ability to do just about anything. I'm grateful...grateful for the brief window of time and space when fond memories were created and much laughter ensued...a gift I will cherish even until my own demise. You are missed, even now, but your memory lives on...

Wally Martin

May 4, 2018

The years had definitely gotta away from us, but I was only recently uttering your name in a conversation with my wife, as she had crossed pathes recently with Kevin. Kelly brought back memories of a sweet-spirited gent with a great sense of humor and a natural ability to do just about anything. I'm grateful...grateful for the brief window of time and space when fond memories were created and much laughter ensued...a gift I will cherish even until my own demise. You are missed, even now, but your memory lives on...

Angie Hall (Hudson)

May 4, 2018

No words can express my feelings....Kelly and Tammie are my life-long, and so much loved friends. (All of us are family really!) My heart bleeds for the living who must endure such an unexpected empty space in their world. I know Kelly is "Good", not wanting a big "hoopla"; just another opportunity for all of us to get together and appreciate how close we all are...how we're always there for each other...and how really cool that is... and always will be!!!! Never a doubt! With my love and prayers of peace...

Cynthia Anderson

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Valentina Skubak

May 4, 2018

Kelly was a wonderful person and colleague, very polite, professional, kind, and helpful. That kind that is hard to find and that brings everyday joy into the office with just a presence. Always had a smile on his face, even when he had a severe toothache! He is greatly missed by his team and the colleagues.

Brian Sonak

May 4, 2018

God's speed, Kelly.

Pam Waters

May 4, 2018

I remember Kelly as a delightful little boy in my class at LFK. This news makes me sad. I am praying for his family. May God bless you all.

Leroy and Becky Lillard

May 4, 2018

Sharyn ~ Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Kelly was taken from this earth way too soon...God bless!

Lisa Cartwright

May 4, 2018

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Kelly, you are a great person and will be missed.

Christian Pol

May 3, 2018

You will be missed. I will never forget the work adventures and conversations about life. Rest in peace my friend.

Rick Kopp

May 3, 2018

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.....Miss U Man!!

David Adekunle

May 3, 2018

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Honoring our Dear Friend & Colleague

Richard Bodson

May 3, 2018

We all revere and miss Kelly. He was one of the great people - passionately serving the American people through his Army career and cybersecurity expertise. I personally loved talking with him; he was stationed in places where I had lived and he did wonderful things while in the Army. I and we all so enjoyed working, talking, and being with Kelly. The spectacular memory of Kelly will live on forever.