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1949
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2011
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Laurel Holem Obituary
She was born February 4, 1949, in Cleveland, Ohio, a daughter of James Stanton and Carolyn Marie Ahrens Geer. On December 10, 1976, in Otterville, she was married to Robert L. Holem, who survives of the home. In 1977, they moved to their present farm, which she affectionately called her "piece of paradise."
Laurel was the secretary to the principal at Otterville School for 27 years. Her greatest loves were her children, grandchildren, gardening, painting, nature, especially frogs, and providing a caring hand for all children in the Otterville area. She was a member of American Legion Post 84 Auxiliary, Sacred Heart Church and a past member of the Otterville Booster Club.
Laurel and her husband have three sons, Robbie W. Holem, and his wife, Shelbie, of Belton, MO, Obie W. Holem, and his wife, Lori, of Smithton, MO, and Chris L. Holem, and his fiancé, Elizabeth Kilby, of Smithton, MO; five grandchildren, Kristofer W.D. Kostopolus, Dylan M. Limpic, Dylanie G. Limpic, Robi H.M. Holem and Trey J. Holem; a brother, Rick Geer, of Sedalia; two sisters, JoAnn Morton, and her husband, Ted, of Smithton, and Mary Ellen Hunt, of Phoenix, AZ.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and her stepfather, Milton D. Overstreet.
Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Sunday at the Otterville School gymnasium, with the Rev. Glenn Holem officiating.
Casket bearers will be Chad Raggsdale, Jeff McIntyre, Brian Aggeler, Rob Young, Terry Yokeley and Dick Ailor.
Honorary bearers will be Diedrick Kahrs, Bill Betteridge, Richard Best, Bob Hardey and Jim Halgren.
Burial will be in Salem Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. Saturday at the school.
Memorial contributions are suggested to the Susan G. Komen Foundation or Bothwell Hospice.
Arrangements are in the care of Heckart Funeral Home.
Condolences may be offered at www.heckartfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Laurel Holem
Jana McGee Miller
April 22, 2023
As a teenager, we called her "Lolly". She was always so nice to us younger folk! She dated my brother is how I got to know her. Then fast forward 30 some years later, and we met as adults as I was doing staff development for the state. I stopped by Otterville schools, and there she was. We had great visits in the months ahead. I did not know she was sick. However now I have gotten to know her son Obe, and he reminds me of her with his caring and kind ways. What a great young man! She would be so proud. So Lolly, even though our time was brief, it has made a lasting impact.
David, & Maryanne Wehmeyer
May 3, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Bob though we had never gotten the chance to meet your wife you are a wonderful person and knowing that she is in a better place hopefully brings a little bit of peace to your life.
Jana McGee Miller
May 2, 2011
Dear Holem Family,
I knew Lolly from middle school when she was in high school. We renewed our friendship the last 5 years. My mom, Mariettia Aggeler, loved to visit with her and your family. I am so sorry for your loss. She was such a dear person and will be missed.
Erin Forsman-Haulotte
May 2, 2011
I'm very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family.
May
May 2, 2011
Holem family,
So sorry for your loss. You are ALL in our thoughts and prayers. She will be missed by so many!
William and Julie May
Katrina Nienhueser
May 2, 2011
Bob you and your boys were blessed with an amazing woman,Laurel touched so many lives and brought so much joy to everyone I am so sorry for your loss...God must have needed a very special angel and when he called Laurel home he knew she was the perfect one to fill the spot. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
May 2, 2011
To Laurel's Family:
I graduated high school with Laurel; I had not seen her since our last class reunion, but I will always remember her as a friendly person with a lovely smile.
I am sorry for your loss.
Ruby Knox Barnes
April 30, 2011
Dear Bob, Robbie, Chris, and Obie and family, May you always find comfort in your memories of Laurel. She was a wonderful lady--strong to the end. She loved her God very much. Your friends, The Brands, Rosemary, Kevin, Sarah, Kaleb, Elizabeth, and Emily.
Rosemary McMahan
April 29, 2011
Chris, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. She was one of the nicest people I had known in Otterville. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so thankful she is not in pain anymore.
Darren and Stephanie Lefevers
April 29, 2011
Bob,
Our prayers for strength and comfort go out to you and your family during this difficult time.
claudia fillicetti
April 29, 2011
Bob, sorry to hear about your loss, My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Sharon Peery
April 29, 2011
So sorry, God Speed Mrs Holem.
April 28, 2011
Bob
Our hearts goes out to you and your family
during this difficult time. Our prays are with you Pat and Bob Shults
April 28, 2011
Bob and family.Sorry to hear about your loss. Our thought and prayers are with you and your family.David and Martha Lee Otterville,Missouri.God Bless
Sara Bass
April 28, 2011
Bob and family, Sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you all during this difficult time. God Bless!
Toney Webb
April 28, 2011
We are sorry for your loss.
Mike and Toney Webb
Smithton,mo
Chick Rugen
April 28, 2011
Sorry to hear this Bob want to offer you my deepest sympathy and may the piece of the lord be with you
Chick
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