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Gregory M. Holden Greg Holden, loving husband, devoted father, caring son and brother passed away suddenly at home on April 9, 2021. Greg was a brilliant chemist, talented guitarist, household handyman, and all around Superman. Born in Indianapolis, Greg grew up in Reading, Pennsylvania where he attended Reading High School. He was an excellent track and field man and held several competition records. He attended Mt. St. Mary’s University in Emmitsburg, Maryland where he met his wife, Patti Holden, the love of his life. He graduated with a B.S. in biochemistry. His career spanned a number of manufacturing concerns and most recently, as an analytical chemist in the dental industry. He was an avid follower of Philadelphia Sports, especially the Phillies and the Flyers. He was an optimistic person who believed in the truth and beauty of all things scientific. In addition to his wife, he leaves behind his sons, Dan and Alex Holden, his mother, Marilyn Holden, his sisters Ralli Holden Sirak and Margy (Steve) Lenhard, as well as a large extended family including his nouna and nouno, Fran and Richard Miller, his niece and nephews, and many cousins. A private viewing is being held for immediate family only and a memorial service is being planned for a later date.

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Published by Reading Eagle from Apr. 13 to Apr. 14, 2021.

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Eric Veal

April 7, 2023

Wow old buddy, it's been a year since you been gone. May you rest in eternal peace.

Eric H Veal

April 7, 2022

Greg and I was good friends from childhood. We didn't see each other alot, but it was always love on both sides. He will be missed and forever a part of my journey.

Karen (Bass) Laday

April 20, 2021

My condolences to the Holden Family. I ran track with Greg at Reading High and he was always a stand up guy. He had a great personality and was a fierce competitor. Prayers and deepest sympathies to the entire Holden family.

Gregory Hudson

April 17, 2021

Greg was my track and field teammate and could run like the wind and I remember him as a very solid guy. My prayers go out to his family

David Rutt

April 14, 2021

A really nice young man I had at Northeast! Always smiling and always involved in something! Very polite and a good student! Students like him made me want to come to school! His family will be in my prayers! So sorry!

Dean Shott

April 14, 2021

My condolences to Greg’s family. I grew up with Greg and shared elementary through high school with him in Reading, PA. He was a great person and I have many fond memories of him through the years. RIP.

Cathy Hallacher

April 14, 2021

I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one! I went to school with Greg, ran track and field, and both received the "Most Outstanding Senior Athlete Award". I didn't keep in touch after high school but this hit me hard. Greg's obituary was posted on "Reading High School Class of 81" group page. Please know that a lot of classmates are missing him today! Sending prayers to the family.

Holly Webb Lewis

April 14, 2021

My condolences to the family! Greg was a friend throughout my school years. He was an awesome classmate! May God keep you in his arms and give you peace though your grief!

Eric H Veal

April 14, 2021

I met Greg in the 4th grade and in the beginning of our life he was special. Didn't see him alot over the years, but he was always the same good person I knew in elementary school. My sincere condolences to the Holden family ! Eric H Veal and family

Chris Schorn

April 13, 2021

My condolences to the Holden family for your loss.

Steve Reedy

April 13, 2021

Margy and the entire Holden family our condolences for your loss of Greg. My impression of him at RHS was that he was such a multi talented and good person. My prayers are with your family.

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