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1951
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2025
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William Holbrook Obituary
February 21, 1951 - February 7, 2025
William Heflin Holbrook, carpenter extraordinaire, music savant, master gardener, and collector of art, died Friday February 7th 2025 at 73 years old.
William(Bill) was born in Somerset Kentucky February 21, 1951 to the late Garnett & Milton Holbrook. He moved to San Antonio when he was just a baby and was a proud San Antonian his entire life. He is survived by his two children, Milton A.D. Holbrook(Denise), and Emily G. Hutto(Jared), along with 7 grandchildren. Also survived by his three older siblings Judith C. Childre, Stephen M. Holbrook, and Donald M. Holbrook.
Bill lived an eccentric life that was full of adventure, nature, music, and art. As a pioneer of modern skateboarding, he was part of the generation that shaped the sport as we know it today. He was an avid camper and enjoyed building sweat lodges to share with friends. His creativity ranged from growing award winning vegetables, to constructing one of a kind art installations, to playing bass in the family band alongside his great love, Micy Yokum. Bill was also a skilled craftsman that took a lot of pride in his contributions to the architectural beauty of Alamo Heights, Terrell Hills, San Antonio, and many surrounding areas.
And of course, this tribute would not be complete without mention of his treasured record collection. May the music connect our spirits forever. Rest in love.
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Ashlee&Leroy
March 15, 2025
We remember going to school (Bradley Middle School with Milton...He was a cool guy and a good friend to us both... Milton was very close to his dad and he'd always talk to him and he'd always look up to him...Now he's a tattoo artist...Can't believe it ... Keep doing what your doing(We wish you nothing, but the best... And our condolences go out to your dad(We're sorry for your loss and our prayers, love, and respect go out to you.... xoxoxhugs...Mr.William was a good man(father+and friend... He'll be always gone,but never FORGOTTEN.... We'll miss him.... xoxoxhugs...
Anita Dibrell
February 25, 2025
Dear don and family, our sympathies to u all for the loss of your loved one. What a great person he sounds like. We would have liked to have known him. My brother Tommy, ahhs '68, and Bill sound like kindred souls. If u feel like it don, please let Rick and I hear from u. Anita, ahhs64, 'sneedie' Williams & Rick dibrell 210 254 3449. Sympathies to u all
Emily
February 24, 2025
We are doing something a little different for my dad´s memorial. He wanted nothing but to go home these past 2 years so that is where we are taking him. We will be at his house from 12-5 Sunday March 2nd. Please stop by to say goodbye and enjoy some conversation and snacks.
Joe Cooper
February 23, 2025
I'll be missing you, Bill. Listening to and talking about music. We liked the same stuff. We both played Bass and enjoyed the music scene. I'll see you soon and we'll jam! Love you Brother!
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