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Roger Eugene Holder Jr.

Roger Eugene Holder Jr. obituary

Roger Holder Obituary

Roger Eugene Holder Jr. was born in Fairfax County, Va. to parents Roger "Eugene" Sr. and Amy on November 19, 1931. Roger had a beloved sister, Helen. He graduated from High School in Herndon, Va. and joined the U.S. Air Force as a flight engineer on C124 transport aircraft. Roger was in Management with United Airlines Aircraft maintenance at Newark New Jersey, retiring in 1988. He is survived by Rachel, his wife of 57 years; son, Kenneth in Chantilly, Va.; son, Jeffrey and his wife Doreen; and granddaughters, Amanda and Courtney, all in Hazlet, N.J. Roger is preceded in death by his parents and sister. Roger enjoyed his second home in Jackson Hole, Wyo. surrounded by the beautiful Grand Tetons and his favorite fishing holes. A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday October 15, 2011 at the Palm Springs United Methodist Church at 1555 East Alejo Road in Palm Springs. A memorial fund in memory of Roger E. Holder will endow the Cornerstone Church Maintenance Fund to keep the physical plant always in good repair.

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Published by The Desert Sun on Sep. 9, 2011.

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Cindy & family Jones (Radabaugh)

September 28, 2011

Roggie was like a dad to me growing up. He and my dad (Dale) had so many talks at the table over coffee usually talking about funny things at work. I will miss him deeply especially him saying "Hi Punk". Dee Dee you are in my prayers.

Dr. Amanda Burr

September 14, 2011

I shall miss my dear friend and who cared for me and loved me like a daughter.

Keith Frost

September 12, 2011

Roger was an enormous help to the SkyWest maintenance team in Palm Springs adding much needed maturity to a very young staff while he was there. His impression will be left on all of us that worked with him forever as a friend and co-worker.

September 10, 2011

I was very saddened to read the obit yesterday. Roger was probably the nicest, kindest person I have ever known. He would do anything for you. What a lovely man! Rachel, my heart is aching for you - you were such a wonderful couple.
Thinking of you,
Sue Loringer
United Airlines, Palm Springs

Paul & Betty Holder

September 10, 2011

Wish we weren't seperated by so many miles. We could have fished a lot. Your cousin Junior

Dale and Marian Radabaugh

September 9, 2011

Roger will be truly missed. He was a best friend for 53 years. I worked with him at United until he retired and have memories from work and home. We even moved to NJ together from GA and lived a 1/2 a block away. We will always remember his kindness and friendship.

Joe De La Torre

September 9, 2011

Roger truly blessed me with many wonderful memories of us spending quality time together in Jackson Hole, WY. I miss my favorite fishing buddy and our quality time that we spent together.
I love you Roger,
Your brother-in-law,

Teresa Ward

September 9, 2011

May you and your family be comforted by the loving memories that live eternally in the heart.

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