Carla Kelley

Thursday, January 20, 2011

RIP

Heather Baker

Tuesday, August 24, 2010

Chris and family I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad I know what it is like to lose a parent but we take comfort in knowing that he is in a far better place than we are and that he is happy and healthy and waiting for us on the other side our loss is truly Heaven's gain

Wrenita Smithson Abbott

Thursday, August 5, 2010

I had a deep respect for Mr. Holder. He seemed gruff and scary but he was really a big ole soft teddy bear. Even though I hadn't seen him since '82 I will miss him like I do Mr. Moore. I hope Mr. Holders family can find some peace just knowing how many students lives he touched over the years. Rest in peace Mr. Holder, you deserve it.

James & Sara (Kimbrell) Myatt

Thursday, July 29, 2010

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. As MHS graduates we both have such fond memories of our principal and the greatest respect for such a great man. Our prayers are with you at this difficult time. God Bless

Susan Fountain

Sunday, July 25, 2010

Dee, I am so sorry for your loss. I remember how much you would miss him when he went out of town for work. You guys were the greatest neighbors and I miss living 2 doors down from you! I am sending many, many prayers your way. Hope to see you when I am in town again. Miss you so much! Thinking of you and your family. Love, Susan

Calvin Henry

Saturday, July 24, 2010

Rest in peace...............Mr. Holder.

Ruth Ann Silva

Friday, July 23, 2010

Chris, I am so sorry for your loss. I don't know what to say except that I know he will be missed. I have you and your family in my prayers.

Barbara Smith

Thursday, July 22, 2010

Dee and family,
You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I will always remember Spence. I had not seen him for quite a few years and I saw Spence & Dee at the Alumni Banquet. I was really impressed that after all these years and all the kids he has known over his life time that he called me by name and asked how I had been doing and that he was proud of the accomplishments I had been having at work. He was a true inspiration to the many kids he helped to shape during his life time loving and caring for kids. He will be missed.

deniece treat allen an family

Thursday, July 22, 2010

to a great man who i admire wish i could have gotten to no him better but what i do no i love him lots to aunt dee i love you an if you need anything let me no i will always be here for my family love deniece an family!

Paul and Jane O'Neal

Thursday, July 22, 2010

Dear Aunt Ressie, Dee, and Family,
We wish we could have been there but please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. We are praying for God's strength for you all. Spence has impacted so many lives and we are honored to be counted among those he has touched.

Kenneth Rainbolt and Janet Rainbolt and Kenneth Hubbard, Sr.

Wednesday, July 21, 2010

Ressie, Dee and family: We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you.

Dan Laymon

Wednesday, July 21, 2010

The Holder
I think he was the best princpal Marshall ever had none of the new ones can never compare

Kelli Neer Faddis

Wednesday, July 21, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Mr. Holder was a great man. I remember spending many hours at the house on Cardinal St. I feel privledged that he and Dee allowed me to be part of their lives. God be with you.

Judith Foshee Ramsey

Wednesday, July 21, 2010

Dee,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Phyllis and Randy Clark

Wednesday, July 21, 2010

Dee and Boys,
We were so sorry to hear about Mr. Holder. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Jamie & Margaret Johnston

Wednesday, July 21, 2010

Ressie, Dee, Chris & Family,
We are so sorry that we cannot be with you all on this day. Spence was a great cousin and friend and we shared many interests, not least preservation of the Holder Cemetery. We too will miss him, and we pray for you all.

Bill and Zebbie McBride

Wednesday, July 21, 2010

To the Holder Family,
We were truly sorry to hear of the loss of
Spence. You are in our thoughts and
prayers.

Mark & Stephanie Keister

Wednesday, July 21, 2010

Our sincere condolences to you and your family for your loss. Cherish the memories that you all had for they will last a lifetime. Our prayers go out to you in this time of healing.

James and Gayle Tilley

Wednesday, July 21, 2010

Spence was a very special person and this is a great loss to everyone who knew him. Only God can heal your pain, but you will remain in our prayers and thoughts.

Debbie Hamilton

Tuesday, July 20, 2010

Dee and Family
I am so sorry for your loss. Mr. Holder was a great man and will be missed. My prayers are with you.

Tony Wallis

Tuesday, July 20, 2010

Dee i'm so sorry for your loss.Spence was a great man .and will be truly missed.My prayers go out to you and family

Steven D. Campbell

Tuesday, July 20, 2010

To the family of Mr. Holder,

I was gald to have been one of his students at Marshall High School. Mr. Holder help mold and direct my life in many ways. I am proud to call him my friend and was honored to have know him. I will miss him and I know that God has a special reward for him becasue of the many lives he touched.

Steven

Paul & Cathy Stephenson

Tuesday, July 20, 2010

Dee,
We are so sorry to hear about Spence. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. We love you!

Wayne Edwards parts & services

Tuesday, July 20, 2010

TRACY MY PRAYERS FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. . SINCERELY, WAYNE EDWARDS

Donna Kay McGee

Tuesday, July 20, 2010

1943-2010
At my sister Sue's funeral the minister used this analogy: The year we were born and the year we die are not nearly as important as how we lived "the dash." The comments of Spence's friends, co-workers and former students clearly show that he lived a wonderful life in which he nurtured others and that he has left a rich legacy. He truly filled the dash with wonderful memories from everyone, plus a sadness as he has left behind those who cared for him most.

My thoughts and prayers are with you..

Angie Pemberton Johnson

Tuesday, July 20, 2010

Dee and Family,
My heart is saddened with the loss of Mr. Holder. He was a wonderful man who showed his love and compassion for his students. He holds a special place in my heart for the guidance he gave me during my high school experience. I will always be grateful for the support he gave me when I began my own teaching career. He was a special person who will always be remembered with a smile. May God's comfort give you strength during this difficult time. My prayers are with you.

Lee and Olga Harper

Tuesday, July 20, 2010

Dee and family, Olga and I will miss seeing Spence on his walks with Bennie and relaxing in the front yard. We are saddened because Spence will be missed by all who knew him. But we can rejoice in the fact that he is now Home with the Father, clothed in the righteousness of Jesus Christ, standing in the presence of God, with a new body.
Olga and I and our church friends will continue to pray for you and the family-asking God's tender hand of comfort be with you during this time of grief.

Lee and Olga

Kim Campbell

Tuesday, July 20, 2010

I am truly sorry for your loss. Spence was a man of great honor. Someone I grew up to respect. I will cherish the memories I have of a wonderful principal. My prayers and thoughts are with the family.

The Roscoe Family

Tuesday, July 20, 2010

Dearest Dee and Family,
It is with much sadness that we send this note of sympathy to you and your family. Take comfort that many people who know and love you are lifting you and your precious family up to the only One who can bring you the peace and comfort that you need at this time.
From the bottom of our hearts, here at the Roscoe home, we have gathered up much love and heartfelt wishes for you and yours, and we're sending it your way with fondest memories of Spence and all the great times we've had together at SESPTC!

Bill & Connie Weaver

Tuesday, July 20, 2010

Our love and prayers are with you Dee along with the rest of the Holder family. Spence was truly one of a kind and will always have a place in our hearts.

Bill, Connie & Samantha Weaver

Jacque Young

Tuesday, July 20, 2010

Dear Holder family,

I am so sorry for your loss and my prayers are with each of you, not only during this time but in the many months ahead! From everything said Spence must have been a wonderful man! Not knowing him but knowing his son Chris he HAD to be a very special person! Chris and Martha: There is so little one can say, but my heart goes out to you. May the comfort of friends and family be your strength now and in the days ahead and may God hold you in His arms and heal the sorrow you feel! Wishing you God's peace! Jacque

Patsy Hinchey McCutcheon

Tuesday, July 20, 2010

Spence was a very special Uncle, not much on words but he always showed you that he cared. My heart goes out to Dee and the boys. I'm so thankful that I had the opportunity to spend so much time with him during the last couple of years. When I had surgery and stayed with Dee & Spence for over a week, he was always checking to see if I needed anything. He will be greatly missed. Dee I love you and will always be here for you.

Sheridan Schools Transportation Department

Tuesday, July 20, 2010

The employees of the Sheridan Schools Transportation Department would like to offer our sincere sympathies in the loss of Mr. Holder. We pray for God's strength during this difficult time.

Rhonda Harris

Tuesday, July 20, 2010

I am so sorry for your loss. I had the priviledge of meeting Spence when I became involved in school transportation. He was a wonderful teacher, mentor and friend. May God give you strength during this difficult time. God bless you all.

Tommy Eugene Horton

Tuesday, July 20, 2010

Dee, I want to thank you and your family for all the support you have given me . I feel your loss and wish the best for you and the boys . I always thought alot of you and Spence, can not really say enough here. Wish you Gods blessings

Tammy Ratchford Tennyson

Tuesday, July 20, 2010

My condolences to the family. Spence will always be a fond memory in my heart and very much respected as our principal at MHS. Every school should have been so lucky to have a leader of such strength and character. There are alot of fond memories including class trip 1977, the twins were such a treat to have along; working in the office; not so fond memory of being called into the office (talk about scared! :) I was so so sorry to hear about Spence's illness. It is difficult to see your spouse or parent suffer through this awful disease of cancer. I have been thinking of you all and praying that God will comfort you and help you through the days ahead. May God Bless...

Dewayne Treat

Tuesday, July 20, 2010

You never forget your High School Principal.....and, I'll never forget Spence....one of a kind....God Bless the Holder family during this time....

Tommy Davenport

Tuesday, July 20, 2010

To Mr. Holder's Family:
My thouhts and prayers are with you in this time of loss. Spence was truly mindful of the safety of students riding the yellow school bus.
Tommy

Albert & Anna Maze

Tuesday, July 20, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Praying for strength to be given to you during this difficult time.

Danny Lloyd

Tuesday, July 20, 2010

My heart and prayers are with you all during this sorrowful time in your lives. I had the utmost respect for Mr. Holder. He was not only a great Transportation Director but a great man. He will truly be missed by all those he came in contact with.
God be with you all
Danny Lloyd

Kelli Hilburn

Tuesday, July 20, 2010

Chris & Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. God bless you all.

Barbara Reich

Tuesday, July 20, 2010

Dee,
I am at a loss for words at the moment. So very saddened that I won't see Spence strolling down the sidewalk with Benny at his side. But at the same time, I am happy to have known Spence. To this day I cannot watch an old western without thinking of him.
Spence told me the reason he enjoyed those old movies was that there was always a 'moral to the story'. He lived that way too, always trying to do the right thing.
I will miss him...
I'll always be here for you Dee.

Cindy & Mark Donald

Tuesday, July 20, 2010

We are praying for your family in your time of loss.

Jennings Family

Monday, July 19, 2010

From the Duvol Jennings family -We give you our deepest sympathy and prayers for your family. Love Verlie, Delores, Larry, and all the Jennings family.

Marinda Holliman

Monday, July 19, 2010

Dearest Delaine ,

Since we heard of Spence illness you all have been in our thoughts and prayers. Everything happned so quickly we could hardly believe it. We were very saddned when Pat Adams called us about his passing. I can only tell you how sorry we all for you , the children and grandchildren. Also please relay to his mother Ressie our deepest heart felt sympathy. I know she must be heart broken at the loss of yet another son. There will be an empty place at our O'neal reunions with out Spence. He will be missed by all the cousins.
May God bless each one of you in your greif and may you recieve strength and comfort you need in the days you face ahead .

With deep sympathy and cousin love,
Rick & Marinda Holliman
and family

Perry Hancock

Monday, July 19, 2010

Spence was a great mentor for those of us that came through the halls of MHS. He will be missed greatly. Class of '74

Dick and Nita Shaw

Monday, July 19, 2010

Stacy and Tracy and the Holder family, you have our sincere condolences on your loss. Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers. Hold tight to memories for comfort and may the comfort of God help you during this difficult time. Peace, prayers and blessings, Dick and Nita Shaw

Benny & Tomilee Lundy

Monday, July 19, 2010

We extend our sympathy to each of your. We love you and pray for you during this time of sorrow.

Dana Ackerman Brame

Monday, July 19, 2010

I was very sadden to hear the news of the passing of Mr. Holder. He was a great principal for MHS over the years. I was very touched that he came to our 25th class reunion last year and spent time visiting with us. It was a real pleasure for me to catch up with him and Dee. It is a memory I cherish. May God bless Spence and his family during this time of sorrow.

Wes Sossamon

Monday, July 19, 2010

Spence had a positive influence on many people in his life, including myself. I always had the upmost respect for him. We will all miss him.

Sherri Sanders McClure

Monday, July 19, 2010

Mr. Holder was a wonderful Principal, who genuinely cared for all his students. What a great man he was. May God be with the family now and the days ahead. So very sorry for your loss.

Don Treat

Monday, July 19, 2010

Dee,

I haven't seen you and Spence in a long time but I remember fondly all of our days together at good old MHS. He was a little older than I but even then he was a real role model for all those around him. You and your family will be in my prayers.

Mike & Diane Hennessee

Monday, July 19, 2010

Dear Miss Dee and family, Our hearts are saddened to hear of Spence's death. Great memories fill our hearts. You will be in our prayers. May our Heavenly Father comfort you as only He can. Love, Mike & Diane Hennessee

Amy McEntire

Monday, July 19, 2010

There are no words that suffice. I love you guys. Such an honor to have known him.

Sherrill Jackson Watts

Monday, July 19, 2010

Alot of great memories during high school days. Always enjoyed visiting with him. I will always smile
when I think of him.
God Bless
Sherrill Jackson Watts

Charlie Gauthier

Monday, July 19, 2010

Dee and Family -- Spence was a very special person to me., not just as a boss, but as a friend. He was the first NASDPTS President I served under and he gave me the best education possible on how the be a good Executive Director for the association. He explained the "ins and outs" of pupil transportation at the state and local level -- lessons I never forgot. He was the best possible mentor anyone could have.

His sense of humor was second to no one. My fondest "Spense Moment" was when he explained how politics and elections work in Arkansas -- I sure learned something that day.

Spence will be dearly missed, but there is no doubt his legacy in terms of the improvements he championed in pupil transportation will live on forever.

Lisa Bamburg

Monday, July 19, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the Holder family. Spence was like a grandfather to my children and will always be fondly remembered for his love and pride. Starting with Elise's first steps in his living room, and the woodworkings he made, including the cedar chests for each child, and wooden cars that Joel loves to play with still. Spence's love and admiration will live on with Elise and Joel.

Mark and Renetta Mistler

Monday, July 19, 2010

We would like to express our sympathy to our friend and Spence's son, Chris and his family. We are sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers this week.
Mark and Renetta Mistler

Debbie Horton

Monday, July 19, 2010

Spence touched a lot of people's lives and will be greatly missed. My prayers are with you and your family.

K Callaham

Monday, July 19, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are still with the family. We love you all!

Danette Rucker

Monday, July 19, 2010

Chris, my prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Kelly "Rogers" McClelland

Monday, July 19, 2010

Chris and family- I am so sorry for the loss of your dad. I want you to know that I am thinking of you and if you need anything, you know where to find me. May God be with you all in this time of sorrow.

Robert Horton

Monday, July 19, 2010

Thoughts and prayers for the family. Mr. Holder was deserving of the respect accorded him. You could always tell his main and only concern was for his students. His leadership helped make MHS a much better place while he was there.

Bobbie Davis

Monday, July 19, 2010

Dearest Dee: I am so sorry for your loss. Spence was so special. I enjoyed working with him so much. His clever sense of humor and his untiring work ethic always inspired me. He never forgot a detail and always knew the proper protocol. Please know that he left a meaningful footprint in the world of school transportation and his courageous spirit in these last few months will be further inspiration for us all. I am so glad that I got to have those last personal visits with him. I will treasure my memories. Please know that I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

Barbara V. Goodman

Monday, July 19, 2010

Dee and family, Having just returned from the Southeastern States Pupil Transportation Conference (SESPTC), Spence has been on my mind. He was a fixture at these events and it just didn't seem the same without Dee and Spence. I have such fond memories of Spence, especially during our tenure with NASDPTS. In fact, the "dead mule" plaque given to Spence in recognition of his ability to put an issue to rest, was created in Virginia. We had many good laughs over this. Spence was a mentor to me at a time when I was struggling with my identity in pupil transportation. Following in the footsteps of Buster Bynum and becoming known as "Buster Jr." I was able to move into my own with Spence's guidance. I am just so very, very sad at this moment, but at the same time, so very, very happy that I had the opportunity to know Spence and Dee personally and professionally. With deep and heartfelt regards
Barbara V. Goodman
former State Director. Virginia

Maxine Mougeot

Monday, July 19, 2010

Dear Holder Family,
We are so sad to hear about Spence. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all. The transportation community/family will miss Spence greatly.
God Bless,
Maxine Mougeot

Marvin Parks

Monday, July 19, 2010

So sorry to hear about your loss. I've only known Mr. Holder for a few years but I have heard a lot of nice things about him from people that have worked with him over the years. Just want to let you know that I'm thinking of you during this sad time.

Larry E. Bluthardt

Monday, July 19, 2010

Spence was an inspiration to me... I admired his technique in holding our NASDPTS meetings together along with his favorite saying at the end of each vote: "Well, that mule's dead"...he will be sorely missed by us all.

Mike Martin

Monday, July 19, 2010

Dear Ms Holder and Family,
It is with great sadness that I write to express my deepest sympathy for your loss. I had the pleasure of spending time with Spence on numerous occasions over the years and always enjoyed the opportunity talk and laugh with him. Among my favorite memories is the "banquet" he created and hosted in the Spring of 2000 at a tiny little barbecue joint in Warrensburg, MO where he presented me - in front of a crowd of people from all over the country - with a framed $1 bill to show his support for Hillary Clinton's campaign to be a Senator from NY. To this day, I keep it on my desk; it is one of my favorite and most valuable possessions. I think of Spence every day because of it.
I hope you find comfort in the knowledge that Spence made the world a better place for me and for many others. We will fondly remember him and will continue to pray for his everlasting life.
May God bless you and your family in the time ahead.
Sincerely,
Michael J. Martin
Executive Director
NAPT

Becky Wallis Smith

Monday, July 19, 2010

prayers sent

Donna Ralph

Monday, July 19, 2010

Mrs. Holder and family,

I worked with Spence the last couple of years at ADE before he retired. For my birthday one year, he made me a race car and gave me school bus -- yellow of course -- he hated those activity busess -- I alwsys think of Spence everyday when I look up from my desk and see the treasures he gave me and have thought of him often in the years since he has been retired. The Corvette club was in Hot Springs not too long ago and I wondered if Spence was a participant and thought how great it would be to seenhim. Spence was a one of kind, and he will be greatly missed by all of the people whose lives he touched. Spence will always be with us in our hearts, and he will never be forgotten. My prays and thoughts are with you during this difficult time. I am so very sorry for your loss.

Sincerely,

Donna Ralph
Former Coordinator, ADE Financial Accountability

Sheila Sossamon

Monday, July 19, 2010

My heart goes out to you and your family. I so loved Spence. He always made us all feel so special. He was such a wonderful man.

Judy Jolley

Monday, July 19, 2010

I am so very sorry for your loss. Spence was such a wonderful person and friend. We will continue to pay for you daily, as we have since we first learned of Spence's illiness. God will give you strength when you don't have any on your own. Love, Judy

Renee' Wallis Thieme

Monday, July 19, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Brenda Irvin

Monday, July 19, 2010

My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

Jacki Stafford

Monday, July 19, 2010

Dee and Boys:

It was a great please to have worked with Spence all the years he was at the Department and hear him talk about you and the boys. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers go to you and your sons.

Jacki Stafford

Jacki Stafford

Monday, July 19, 2010

Dee and Boys:

It was a great please to have worked with Spence all the years he was at the Department and hear him talk about you and the boys. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers go to you and your sons.

Jacki Stafford