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Kenneth Holecek Obituary

Holecek, Kenneth Burton

Age 85, passed away on Wednesday, June 20, 2012, in Sanford, FL. He is survived by his wife, Wanda Warters Holecek; sisters, Arlene Smith, Marjorie (William) McDonald; also several nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. is assisting the family.

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Published by Star-Gazette on Jun. 24, 2012.

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June 25, 2012

HI WANDA,
SO SORRY TO LEARN OF KEN'S PASSING. YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS. I KNOW THE DEEP HURT FROM THE LOSS OF A HUSBAND. MY GOD BLESS YOU IN YOUR SORROW. WITH LOVE, CAROL PRECIT

Keener Cortright

June 24, 2012

Wanda, Arlene and Marge; I am sorry for your loss. Ken was a great guy and I have some good memories of times with him. God Bless.

Marian and Mervin Williams

June 24, 2012

Arlene and Marge, May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. You will be in our prayers.

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