Robert R "Bobby" Holt

Robert R "Bobby" Holt

November 29, 1974 - January 17, 2023

Obituary

MADISON - Robert Rodney (Bobby) Holt, age 48, of Madison, passed away peacefully surrounded by family, on Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2023, at UW Hospital and Clinics. He was born on Nov. 29, 1974, in Madison, the son of Robert and Shirley (Ellestad) Holt. Bobby graduated from Madison East High School in 1994. He worked as a machine operator for Evco in DeForest for many years.


Bobby was such a kind-hearted, fun-loving guy. If you were important to him, you knew it by the way he treated you and made you feel special.  He always had a funny saying, or quick little joke to share, just to make others laugh and smile. Bobby enjoyed camping, sitting around campfires, and listening to music.  He enjoyed many music genres, but the old classic country songs that he grew up listening to were his favorite. Time with family was very important to Bobby.  His grandchildren were the light of his life.  He would glow whenever they were around and would do anything for them.


Bobby is survived by his mother, Shirley Holt; wife, Heather (Carney); children, Deaven Wiedmer, Cristian Wiedmer, Sheyann Holt, Aleysia (Becca) Wiedmer and Collyn Holt; grandchildren, Lillyonna, Aliveyah, Izayah and Malachi; sister, Laura Johnson; brother-in-law, Tim Volenberg; niece and nephews; Lexie, Nicholas, and Cory; and many other loving relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert J. Holt; sister, Tina Volenberg; brother-in-law, Craig Johnson; grandparents, and aunts and uncles.


A Celebration of Life will be held at EAGLE’S CLUB, 2109 Bartillon Dr., Madison from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 28, 2023.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family for a fund to be established.


Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.


Gunderson East

Funeral & Cremation Care

5203 Monona Drive

(608) 221-5420

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Celebration of Life
Sat Jan 28, 2023 @ 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM CDT
Eagles Club • 2109 Bartillon Dr, Madison, WI 53704
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Laura Johnson
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I was sitting at work one day, and got a text from you that said “your plates expire next month”. I sat there, and thought- “is he here? (2 hours away…)How does he know when they expire?” I replied saying “I know, but how do you?”- you said, “I noticed when you were at moms this weekend and forgot to mention it”. That’s the kind of guy you were- always watching out for those you love, and always willing to help if you can. I will miss you here on earth, but I know I have another angel watching over me! Love, Laura
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Jan Richards
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I remember Bobby from his high school. He was always so nice to be around. He was a good friend of my son Mike. My thoughts are with the Holt family. 🙏🙏
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Michael Richards
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In middle school it was sleep overs, Nintendo, movies, music, and riding bikes for hours. High school it was a lot of that and driving around on E. Wash, partying, enjoying life. I have no bad memories of you my friend. You were always there for others. You were my best man when Dorothy and I were married, and you bought us a crib for our first child when the one we had was missing parts. You always had a strong and steady mantra at the ready, "don't worry, be happy". I feel like you would tell us all that today if you could. Thank you for the great memories my friend, and we'll see you again one day. Pictured (left to right): Bobby, Michael and Dorothy

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