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Timothy Holl Obituary
March 14, 1959 - May 18, 2013
Tim passed away peacefully at home, with many family and friends by his side, after a courageous battle with lymphoma. He was a fourth generation, native born San Franciscan. Tim and his family settled in Oakland, and additionally spent as much time as possible in the northern Sierras.
Tim was the sixth of seven sons born to Arthur (deceased) and Claire Holl. He attended St. Gabriel Grammar School, Riordan High School ('77), and California Maritime Academy ('83). His maritime career included 19 years of tugboat experience, prefaced by a year of sea time shipping on oil tankers as third mate. Tim fulfilled a lifelong goal in 2005 when he became a licensed San Francisco Bar Pilot where he worked until his passing.
While Tim enjoyed his job as a SF Bar Pilot, his heart was in the mountains when not at sea. He enjoyed rock climbing, kayaking, surfing, backpacking and fly fishing. He was a talented carpenter and builder, and dedicated family genealogist.
Married 23 years, Tim's best friend and partner in adventure is loving wife Laura. They have two sons, Ian and Eric, both of whom Tim was extremely proud of. He was pre-deceased by his father, Arthur, and eldest brother, Steve. He is survived by his mother Claire, brothers Dennis, Brian, Jeffrey, Kevin and Gregory, sister-in-laws Mary, Linda, Tina, Kathleen, and Suzy; his in-laws Kenneth and Irene Glines and sister-in-law, Paula. Tim is survived by 11 nieces and nephews and 5 great nieces and nephews.
The family would like to extend its thanks and love to the many friends, neighbors, co-workers - especially the SF Bar Pilots, and family members who provided support, love and care throughout these last months. We cherish you for all your love and assistance in helping to make Tim's last days more comfortable.
A funeral mass will be Thursday, May 30, 10am, at Corpus Christi Church, 322 St. James Dr., Piedmont. Reception to follow.
The family requests in lieu of flowers, gifts be made in Tim's memory to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, www.lls.org, or call (415) 625-1100.
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Memories and Condolences
for Timothy Holl
Karen heinz
June 3, 2013
To Jeff and his family, deeply sorry for your loss. You are all in my prayers.
May 29, 2013
Dear Holl Family,
All of us are sending our love and prayers to you.
The wonderful friendships that have been wooven within the generations of our families are treasured. Please feel the love we are sending. Our hearts break for the loss of your Son, Brother, Husband and Father. May God welcome Timmy with open arms, along side Art and Steve.
John & Stacy Gallagher family,
Dolores & Jerry Jaccobberger,
& The entire 35th Aveue Sullivan family
May 29, 2013
Dear Laura & boys,
Words are difficult at certain times in our fleeting lives & this is one of those moments.Tim lives on in a more serene & wonderful place, strengthened & renewed.
Our Love,
Sandra & Steve Granelli
Michele Marchand
May 29, 2013
Please accept my sympathies for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Barbara Ramirez-Brown
May 29, 2013
Kevin and all of the Holl family. I know that there are many hearts aching for you at this very sad time. My heartfelt condolences and prayers go out to you today and in the difficult days ahead.
May 29, 2013
I remeber Tim Holl all my prayers and thoughts are with his family.
A friend from St. Gabriel
Michael Gonzales
Ronald L. Kammann
May 29, 2013
The judges and staff at the San Francisco Office of Appeals extend our sympathy to the Holl family for this sad and untimely loss.
Mary Martin
May 28, 2013
Kevin and family, I am sorry to read about the passing of your brother Tim. May you all find solace in his love for all of you in the weeks, months and years to come.
With deepest sympathy,
May 28, 2013
Tim is a good friend and will always be a good shipmate. Brian Scott CMA 83'
Lynne Shubunka
May 27, 2013
Dear Jeff and Holl family, my prayers and condolences go out to you - I'm so, so sorry for your loss. God bless and give you peace through this time, and may He fill the void Tim leaves in your hearts with many precious, happy memories.
Linda Davis
May 27, 2013
My deepest sympathies to family.
May 27, 2013
Dear Holl Family,
Please be assured of my prayer for all of you in this time of precious loss.
Sister Marian Clare RSM
Diane Gibson
May 27, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of Tim's passing. As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
May 27, 2013
Our heartfelt condolences are extended to the Holl family. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers as you make your way through this difficult time. Love, Christine and Frank Regan
Maureen Callanan Neumann
May 26, 2013
Kevin, Brian, and the entire Holl family,
My deepest sympathies are with you. May the love of caring friends and family soften your sadness, and cherished memories of Tim bring you moments of comfort.
Jim Weiland
May 26, 2013
My condolences to the Holl Family, I will miss Tim's presence on this earth... We worked together at GG Ferry, and last spoke with Tim while working at Foss... RIP Tim, I will miss you...
Mary Anne Brady
May 26, 2013
Prayers and love to all of the Holl Family.
Mary Anne
Lori White Rolovich
May 26, 2013
To Claire and her boys,
How deeply sorry I am at the loss of your Tim. Words escape me at your sadness. His suffering is over and has been warmly greeted in Heaven by God, Art and Steve. Tim's family and all of the Holl's are in my prayers. Deepest sympathies to all.
Fondly,
Laurie Tandy
May 25, 2013
Sincere condolences to the entire Holl family, especially Tim's immediate family.
Laurie (Mullan/McCarthy) Tandy - St. Gabriel alumnus (Jeff's class).
Brian White
May 25, 2013
To the Holl Family - please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your son and brother,Tim. May he rest in peace. Brian White, RHS '74
Archbishop Riordan High School
May 25, 2013
The faculty, staff and students of Archbishop Riordan High School send their deepest sympathy to the Holl Family. Tim will be remembered in our daily prayers.
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