Obituary for William C. Holt William C. Holt Augusta, GA – Entered into rest after fighting a long battle with Alzheimer’s on Tuesday, May 22, 2018, William C. Holt, 80, beloved husband of Elizabeth A. (Johnston) Holt. Mr. Holt was born in Macon, Ga. to the late Mattie (Campbell) Holt and Ernest Lee Holt.
After attending Mercer University for 2 years, he graduated and received his degree from the University of Georgia. He was a proud member of the United States Army and the Georgia National Guard. He had a private pilot license and enjoyed many years of flying, with his brother, Dale, as his passenger.
He was a self-taught artist, specializing in portraits and he earned a black belt in Karate. He and his wife spent many years enjoying Ballroom Dance, together. Family members, in addition to his loving wife of 33 years, include sister in-law: Lucy (Long) Holt; nephews: Nathan D. Holt (Chandra) of Athens, Russell W. Holt (Kelly) and Bradley W. Holt (Terri) both of Watkinsville, Edward L. Williams III (Debbie) of Macon and Ernest Holt Williams of Juliette, Ga.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers: Donald E. and Dale E. Holt; and sister: Barbara (Holt) Williams. Funeral services will be Saturday, May 26, 2018 at 2:00 P.M. at the Chapel of Thomas Poteet and Son with Rev. Tom Kalliokoski officiating.
Burial will follow at Westover Memorial Park, Augusta. Pallbearers will be Andy Orander, Todd Orander, George Joyner, Jr., Matthew Pulliam, Andrew Pulliam, and Ray Dykes. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to the Alzheimer’s Association of your choice.
The family wishes to thank Southeast Hospice of Augusta, GA for all their help. The family will receive friends Friday, May 25, 2018 from 6:00 until 8:00 PM. at Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd.
, Augusta, GA 30907 (706) 364-8484. Please sign the guestbook at www. thomaspoteet.com To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of William C. Holt please visit our Sympathy Store.
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