Birth date: Jun 26, 1940 Death date: Dec 1, 2023
Walt Holden, 83 of Tavares, FL died peacefully at home Friday, December 1, 2023 surrounded by family. The oldest of 8 children, he was born in Middleboro, Massachusetts on June 26, 1940 to Walter Mitchell Holden and Lois Barthelm Read Obituary
Walt was such a a wonderful, gentle man who was loved and admired by many. He will be truly missed. Rest in peace.
I have so many wonderful memories of my big brother Walt. He was always there for our parents and the seven of us; his sisters and brothers.My first memory of him was when I was about four years old at our home in Rochester, Ma Walt would load us in a small wagon and drive us around. I fell off and Walt drove over my right arm but he picked me right up and carried me in his arms to the house and made sure I was alright. That was his way, always there no matter what! I still remember him holding me and making me feel important to him. He called me H.O. or P.U., depending on how he felt at the time!
Over the years I came to respect and look up to him more and more. He wasn't just my brother, he was my friend. So many times he put his life on hold to make sure our family was cared for. He was such a good man.
His three children are are such loving gifts to us, thanks so much Walt.
Thank you Judy for loving him and caring for him through the good times and bad. Thank you Mitch, Merry and Mandy for growing up to be the children he was so proud of. Thanks to the extended family for making him an important part of your lives and many thanks for all the caregivers who made his last days comfortable and peaceful.
Most of all, thank you Walt for being my big brother. You'll always be so special to me and I love you. See you in the wet wash!
My BB was always there for me Will always remember the times we had. Specially the big pink teddy bear he gave me as a child for my birthday and a sleepover at his house . Had many fond memories of his love and careing. Love u Walter.
In Walter's life and death, he has embodied everything we could ever hope to be. Our families were intertwined and always will be. God bless.
Dear Judy Mitchell Merry Mandy and extended children, My thoughts and love go out to you all. Aunt Marty
Walt, you were one of the good ones. It was a privilege to know you for more than 50 years, 34 of them as my brother-in-law! Judy and I only pretended to get exasperated when you and Jim lingered when it was time to part. Truth be told, I adored seeing the two of you together. The world was a better place with you in it.
Love,
Carole
My memories of Mr. Holden are filled with regret. Regret that I did not realize he was trying to help me in spite of myself. Regret that I did not understand what he was trying to do until many years later. And regret that I never got a chance to tell him just how much I appreciate his guidance and exactly what he means to me. He was a warm, generous and patient man who gave freely of himself with no expectations, only the desire to see others succeed. He was my mentor (without his knowledge or permission) and guide through my daily trials. I cannot count the times I asked myself, "What would Mr. Holden say?" My regret is in me and my myopia. My heartfelt and sincere condolences and apologies to Mr. Holden and his loving family, as we share the same, intense, grief.
I have the fondest memories of Uncle Wally. Coming to Louisiana to bring homemade dolls to me and Tammy and a fishing pole for Carl. He and Aunt Judy visiting in North Dakota and taking a seed from the hollyhock tree. Rest in peace. Hugs to all. He was a great man
