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Sfc. Larry Darnell Holden

Sfc. Larry Darnell Holden obituary

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Larry Holden Obituary

Ret. SFC Larry D. Holden (8/31/54 – 8/8/16), 61, resident of Baton Rouge, passed away at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center. Larry, a native of McComb, MS, was a 20-year Retired US Army Veteran decorated with a Purple Heart and many military metals and honors. He worked 19+ years at the US Postal Service in Baton Rouge. Survived by his wife, Gertha; daughters, Sherrilyn and Ladesie; grandchildren, Te'Alicia, Alicia (Kevin), Arnita, and Ashton; sister, Janice ( Felix) and brothers, Donald (Jennifer) and Michael (Faye); step-mother, Ada Holden; father-in-law, Benjamin Jacob; and a host of other relatives and friends. Larry was preceded in death by parents, Broxie Holden and Marie & James Woodard, and a son Reco Lewis. Services will be Wed, August 17, 2016 at Bethany Church in Baker. Viewing 9:00 until service at 11:00 a.m. at A. Hamilton Platinum Services of Baton Rouge. Homegoing Service at 11:00 AM. Interment at Louisiana National Cemetery (VA) in Zachary at 1:30 p.m.

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Published by The Advocate from Aug. 12 to Aug. 17, 2016.

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Janice Harvey

August 7, 2024

Larry Darnell or "Darnell" (as you were called in our family and by friends to differentiate you from our 1st cousin Larry Eugene). It's been 8 years now. God has kept me, but life with you, Mom, and Dad has been the biggest challenge of my life. God is Good. He knew I would not have you all here physically, but I'm reminded of how good each of you were to me. I still miss you Big Bro. Continue to Rest In Peace Until We Meet Again on that Glorius Day. Shalem!

Janice M Harvey

August 8, 2023

Janice M Harvey

August 3, 2023

Miss you so much Larry Darnell (Big Woo). Life has not been the same without you. I think of you often. I´ll see you again one day.

Janice M Harvey

August 3, 2022

Janice M Harvey

August 3, 2022

Janice M Harvey

August 3, 2022

Thank You for your service!

Janice M Harvey

August 3, 2022

Larry Darnell Holden
BSM (Bronze Star Medal) Recipient
United States Army

The Bronze Star Medal is a United States Armed Forces decoration awarded to members of the United States Armed Forces for either heroic achievement, heroic service, meritorious achievement, or meritorious service in a combat zone.
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Janice Maria Woodard Harvey

August 3, 2022

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Janice Maria Woodard Harvey

August 3, 2022

Larry Darnell...You are still missed My Big Brother. I visited your final resting place recently and paid homage to you, your life, and your service. I´m so proud of what you unselfishly did for Mom back in 1975, for me in 1980, and for our Country for 20 years in the army and another 20 years delivering the mail. Continue to sleep and rest well until Jesus comes again and awaken you. I will see you, Mom, Dad, and all those we loved so dearly on the other side.
With Sincere Love..."Peanut"

Janice Maria Woodard Harvey

August 8, 2021

Continue Resting In Peace my big brother. I never imagined you not being here with me. It´s really hard with all of you now gone from this earthly place. But as they said in that old gospel song, save a seat for me. I´ll see you again someday. I love you Larry Darnell Holden Woodard.

Janice Maria Harvey

August 5, 2020

Big Woo! That’s what I called you as so many of your Alcornites did. I miss you Big Bro. I wish we had time to do all the traveling we talked about as you mr end of time neared. God had a different plan. Rest In Peace. See You Again Someday!

Ashton Deemer

November 20, 2017

Larry was a good man, i only knew him for 3 months but my grandfather had a big heat. In those 3 months we had a strong relationship.

LINDA STONE

August 29, 2016

WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY !

christina wilson

August 17, 2016

He was one of our best mailman we are going to miss you

Tina Castle

August 17, 2016

My condolences, Mr. Larry was the sweetest and it was a pleasure knowing him. Always a smile on his face! Rain, sleet, shine, or snow. The best mailman ever!

Brenda Lacy

August 17, 2016

RIP Mr. Larry, it was a joy meeting you, Best mailman ever.

Jennifer Thomas

August 17, 2016

Have was good people

Bronson Day

August 16, 2016

Grace, love and peace be unto you all at be passing of Mr. Holden. Our beloved mailman of the Northdale Community.....

SHERIFF RONNY THEIROT AND STAFF WITH ST. MARTIN SHERIFF'S OFFICE

August 15, 2016

OUR HEARTFELT CONDOLENCE TO EMPLOYEE, SHERRILYN AND TO THE ENTIRE FAMILY. MAY YOUR CHERISHED MEMORIES OF YOUR LOVE ONE HELP YOU THRU THIS DIFFICULT TIME. MAY GOD BLESS YOU.

JOYCE LEBLANC

August 15, 2016

SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE PASSING OF YOUR DAD. MAY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU DURING THIS JOURNEY. MAY GOD BLESS YOU.

Darrell and Janelle O'Neal

August 14, 2016

Thank you, sir, for your service to our great country. May you rest in peace.

Danny Gaudin

August 13, 2016

All of us at the VA will miss you my friend. You were a great guy. Rest in peace.

Charles Lewis

August 13, 2016

Rest in Peace my band brother, Higgins High Marching Band

Janice Harvey

August 13, 2016

Larry was the epitome of a great brother! Never in my life in 55 years did he ever speak a harsh word to me. Wow...Larry! What a legacy you have left with your soft heart and hard work. The most you ever asked of me was to bring you catfish and red hots! You will be truly missed. You have left a void in our family and in my hearts. I love you so much! Rest on...Rest on! To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Your Sister Janice

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