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Boyd Holdeman Obituary

HOLDEMAN, Boyd B.
Passed away peacefully May 28, 2006 at the age of 92. Born July 8, 1913 in South Bend, Indiana, he was a 51 year resident of Sacramento. He was preceded in death by his siblings, Nelson, Lois, and Roscoe; first wife, Leota Holdeman, second wife, Pauline Holdeman; and step-daughter, June Bensinger. He is survived by his dear sister, Verna Howe, nine loving step-children, many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He retired from McClellan AFB after many years of faithful service with the Federal government. A member of the Greatest Generation, a veteran of World War II, he will be laid to rest with honors at the Golden Gate National Cemetary in San Bruno, Friday, June 2, at 12:00 PM.

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Published by The Sacramento Bee on Jun. 1, 2006.

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Janet Hayhurst

June 19, 2006

He was a loving father, friend, and advisor. I'll miss him for the rest of my life.

Jennifer Ward

June 1, 2006

I cannot possibly express the depth of my gratitude and love for my grandfather. I will miss him more than I can tell.

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