Robert J. Holt
July 03, 1949 - October 05, 2016
Obituary
MADISON-Robert J. "Bob" Holt, age 67, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2016, surrounded by his family. He was born on July 3, 1949, in Madison, the son of John and Catherine "Katie" (French) Holt. He married Shirley Ellestad on June 8, 1968. In his earlier years, Bob enjoyed camping, swimming, golfing, and his canine companions. Bob was a barber for 40 years, starting at Nakoma Plaza before opening and operating Roffler City Style until his retirement in 2009. He enjoyed the conversations and friendships with his customers. Bob devoted his life to his family, faith and friends. He was a loyal member of Holy Cross Lutheran Church. Bob is survived by his wife, Shirley; children, Tina Lobeck (Tim Volenberg), Bobby (Heather) Holt and Laura (Craig) Johnson; grandchildren, Lexie, Nicholas, Cory, Deaven, Cristian, Sheyann, Aleysia and Collyn "Ubby"; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Thomas D. Holt. A funeral service will be held at HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN CHURCH, 2670 Milwaukee St., Madison, at 12 p.m. Noon, on Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2016, with the Rev. Bernt Tweit presiding. Visitation will be held at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of the service on Tuesday. The family would like to thank the doctors and staff at Meriter ICU for the care they provided Bob. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
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Funeral & Cremation Care
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Events
Visitation
Tue Oct 11, 2016 @ 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT
Holy Cross Lutheran Church (Madison) • 734 Holy Cross Way, Madison, WI 53714
Service
Tue Oct 11, 2016 @ 12:00 PM CDT
Holy Cross Lutheran Church (Madison) • 734 Holy Cross Way, Madison, WI 53714
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Memories
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Judy Meder
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Shirley, we will all miss Bob, but are comforted in knowing is now safely in Jesus arms with no more pain or suffering.
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Katie and Ken Trachte
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Dear Shirley and family,
We are very saddened to learn of Bob's death. He was a good neighbor and friend, always smiling. Please accept our sincere sympathy. Unfortunately, we will be in Denver, CO at the time of his services, but will keep you in our hearts and prayers.
Katie and Ken Trachte
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Phyllis Yngsdal
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Shirley & Family. My sympathy on Bob's passing. From a neighbor on Dustin Ln.
Phyllis Yngsdal
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Hannah Jolin
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Shirley, I was so sad when I heard what happened. And I felt so bad I could no longer be his morning care giver due to family issues. I really loved coming to your home every morning. He will be missed.
Hannah Jolin
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Robert Watson
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Shirley and family;
I know I don't have to tell you what a great guy Bob was. I was his customer for over 15 years. He always treated me as a friend. He always had a corny joke, " Did you hear the one about.........". A gentle and modest man. I always aspired to be like Bob. He was that kind of a guy, a man that other men wanted to be. He will be missed.
Bob Watson
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Kathleen Parker
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Dear Shirley - Since Bob's passing, I have been fondly remembering the Christmas Day dinners Liz and I shared with you and Bob over the last several years. I will remember Bob as such a gentle and kind human being with a wonderfully positive attitude and always with a great joke to tell. My sincerest sympathies to your and your family on your loss. Kathy Parker