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Raymond Lee Holder, Sr. KINSTON, NC - Raymond Lee Holder, Sr., 78, of Kinston, NC and formerly of Charleston, SC passed away Sunday, September 6, 2009 at Duke Medical Hospital. Mr. Holder was born in Charleston, SC on August 21, 1931 to the late Cora and Clements Holder. He graduated from Charleston High School and attended the College of Charleston. He served his Country with distinction in the U. S. Air Force while stationed in Japan and Colorado. He was employed by Pittsburgh Paints, a division of PPG Industries Inc., for over 30 years in Charleston and Kinston. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather who in his later years enjoyed spending time with his family, walking and spending time at his beach home. He was especially proud of his children and grandchildren and particularly enjoyed watching them play sports and participate in the performing arts. He was an active member of the Queen Street United Methodist Church in Kinston where he served as Treasurer of the United Methodist Men, on the Evangelism Committee as well as in other various capacities. He was previously a member of Asbury United Methodist Church. In Kinston, he was also a volunteer for Meals on Wheels, a past member of the Lions Club and coached the Rotary team in Little League baseball for many years. Survivors include his wife of 51 years, Donna Kinser Holder of the home; daughters, Karen Ramchandani and husband Mickey of Cary and Sandra Holder of Greensboro; sons, Raymond Lee Holder, Jr. and wife Cathy of Kinston and Michael Holder and wife Elly of Dallas, Texas; grandchildren, Michael Holder, Jr., Jake Holder, Taylor Ramchandani and Gabrielle Ramchandani, Holly Holder; sisters, Margaret Collins and Barbara Rice and husband Harlan, all of Charleston. He was preceeded in death by brothers, William Holder and Ray Holder; sisters, Mildred Parish, Violet Bishop, Elaine Bouronich, Jean Podmore and Peggy Hilton. The family will receive friends from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, September 9, 2009 at Queen Street United Methodist Church. Funeral services will be handled by Howard Carter in Kinston and will begin at 11:00 with Pastor Allen Bingham officiating. Burial will follow the service at Westview Cemetery in Kinston. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Memorial Fund of Queen Street United Methodist Church in Kinston or alternatively the charity of your choice. Visit our guestbook at www.postandcourier.com/deaths

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier on Sep. 8, 2009.

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September 14, 2009

Mrs. Holder and the Holder family,
I just recently found out about Mr. Holder's passing. He was a special man and a great boss. He was an honest man with great integrity. I know you know that. He could always make me laugh and everyone loved him. I pray for you and please cherish the memories he left.

Chris Jones,
Kinston

September 14, 2009

Donna, I was so very sorry to hear of Raymond's passing. My heart and my prayers are with you.
Nina Whaley

Margaret Matson

September 12, 2009

Donna and Family,
We were so shocked and sorry to read of Raymond's passing. Even though we haven't seen you in a long time we have many fond memories of good times together! We lost our sweet sister Edna this past April a year ago. Raymond was a terrific person and he will surely be missed! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Margaret and Snoony Matson

Betsy Johnson Zimmermann

September 12, 2009

Donna,Lee,Karen,Sandra and family,

I am so sorry to hear about Raymond. I have the most wonderful memories of being at your home when I was a teenager and at times, I felt like he was my Dad too. What a wonderful family you were blessed with. Hold each other close and I will keep you all in my prayers.

Marianne Pace

September 10, 2009

I'm very sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you.

Deepest sympathies,
Marianne Pace

Barbara Stinnett

September 10, 2009

Sandra,

My heart hurts for your loss. Know that I am with you in my thoughts and prayers. Thanks for sharing those last memories, which are giving you comfort and will remain so special in your heart.

Repeat that hug I was able to give you last Thursday, today, and know that your loss is felt also by we who love you.

Barb

Melissa Cowie

September 9, 2009

Dear Sandra and the Holder Family,
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow and bring strength to you each day.

Darlene Creech

September 9, 2009

Lee,
I am sorry to hear about your Dad. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.

Fran, Don and Christian Stanford

September 9, 2009

Dear Holder Family,

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you during this difficult time. I hope you are able to find comfort and joy in your memories of your Husband/Dad/Grandpa. God bless you.

Fred and Gay Fulbright

September 9, 2009

Donna,

Oh, how we will miss Raymond's impromptu visits to our deck and porch. Whether he was "hiding" from project work or taking a break from yard work, he always lifted our spirits. He was a wonderful person and we feel so fortunate to have known him. He gave us some good memories to cherish. May God give you strength, comfort and peace in the days ahead.

Odette Richey

September 9, 2009

Dear Donna and Family,

I am so sorry to hear of Raymond's passing. I will always remember him as a loving, caring and funny person.

He was a blessing and loving brother to my grandmother, Margaret Collins and will be greatly missed.

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Tonya Taylor Cooper

September 9, 2009

Dear Mrs. Holder, Sandra and Family,

I am sorry and saddened to hear about Mr. Holder's passing. I have good memories of him as always being a smiling, happy, funny person. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Watt and Diane Moore

September 9, 2009

Dear Donna snd Family,
We were so sorry to hear about Raymond's passing. We have so many good memories of you and your family during the time we lived in Kinston. May the good times you shared be remembered with love and laughter. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Watt and Diane Moore

William Travis

September 9, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Christa Carroll

September 9, 2009

Holder Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Mr. Holder's loving and caring spirit were passed on to all of the family I have had the pleasure to meet. Sandra always made me laugh when she told me about the book of "Dad Quotes." I hope someday, you can look back on this precious piece of literature and smile. For now, I wish you all the love and comfort that can possibly come your way at this time. Being such a wonderful friend, Sandra has made my life happier at hard times. I wish I could make it easier for you all now. With love, Christa Carroll

stacy wozniak

September 9, 2009

Dear Karen and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We are so sorry for your loss...
May God give you strength today and always.
Love,
The Wozniak Family

Christa Carroll

September 9, 2009

Holder Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Mr. Holder's love and caring nature was passed on to the family I have had the pleasure to meet. Sandra always told me about the book of "Dad Quotes." Maybe someday, you can read that precious piece of literature and smile again. But for now, please now that I wish your family all the love and comfort that can possibly come your way. Your daughter, Sandra, has always made my life a little easier. I wish I could do the same for all of you now. With love, Christa Carroll

James Moore

September 8, 2009

To the Holder Family,

Our prayers and thoughts go out to you and yours during this time of sorrow. No amount of words can ever replace losing a love one! From my family to yours, God bless the Holder family in their time of need.

James, Tomeko, Darrell, and Drew Moore

JESSICA DUNN

September 8, 2009

DONNA, AND FAMILY,

I AM SO SORRY ABOUT MR RAYMOND. THERE WAS ONLY ONE RAYMOND. HE WILL BE MISSED SEEING HIM AT THE MALL WALKING.BUT HE WILL ALWAYS BE IN YOUR HEART WITH A MEMORY FOREVER,

JESSICA DUNN

Margaret Benedetto

September 8, 2009

Donna,
I am so saddened by the loss of Raymond. I will always remember his smiling face and our talks when he was
taking one of his many walks in the neighborhood at EI. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
May God bless all of you.

Don Lindsey

September 8, 2009

Raymond and I were teammates in high school and American Legion baseball in Charleston and he was a real competitor and encouraging person. A devoted churchman even in his young years I'll remember him fondly. My regards to the family on your loss.
Don Lindsey

Tony Hairston

September 8, 2009

To Sandra Holder and the Holder Family:

Sandra, I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of your father. May your loving memories of him be a means of comfort for you during your bereavement. Please convey my sincere condolences to your family. May God bless and keep you and your family during this difficult time.

September 8, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the Holder family. May God bless you all.
Elizabeth Ellison

Don & Sondra Autry

September 8, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

September 8, 2009

Sandra,
I am so sorry to hear about your father. I know you will miss him!. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Teri McKeen
Greensboro, NC

Doris Brannen

September 8, 2009

Donna,

I am so sorry to hear that Raymond had passed. It has been many many many years since I have seen yall, but the memories are still there.
Raymond was always so nice to me when
I was visiting Charleston. I have lots
of fun memories of Pauline Avenue.
I just wanted you and your family to know that I have you all in my prayers.
Barbara Warren says she knows you well.
She is in my Sunday school class.
God bless you all.

Doris Thrower Brannen

Jack Moynahan

September 8, 2009

Donna and the Holder Family,
We live at Forest Hills Mobile Home Park at EI, North Carolina and always enjoyed visiting with Raymond when he was taking his many walks by our house. We have missed him the past few weeks and will continue to miss him in days to come. Please know that our thoughts are with you and your family. God blessings always,
Betty & Jack Moynahan
519 Sea Leavender Trail

Jimmy&Carolyn Hobbs

September 8, 2009

Mrs. Holder and Family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We have fond memories of Mr. Holder when we were neighbors.

Jill Weeks King

September 8, 2009

Donna,
I was so saddened and shocked to hear about Raymond. I will always remember him laughing and smiling. Our families had alot of good times growing up. I used to love to hear all the wonderful stories dad would tell of the times spent visiting at your house or the times you all spent at our house playing cards. I am so thankful to have gotten to see you and Raymond at dad's funeral last month. Raymond sure kept me smiling at such a sad time in my life. He will surely be missed by many. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Kathy Pierce

September 8, 2009

Holder Family
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Mr. Holder. Just wanted to let you know that all of you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Veta Dowdy

September 8, 2009

To the entire Holder family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Your husband/father/grandfather will be missed by many. My heart and prayers go out to each and every one of you. God bless you.

Cissie Jones

September 8, 2009

Donna and family,
Was so sorry to hear about Raymond he was such a wonderful person I will miss him
you and the family are in my prayers
Cissie

Phil & Ida McLeod

September 8, 2009

Donna, God bless and keep you and your family. Raymond was a fine man. We are better for having known him. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Busy Bee

September 8, 2009

Our most sincere condolences to the entire Holder family. Our company had served your mother and father for many years, and we all had gotten a chance to meet with Mr. Ray many times. A very fine man would be an understatement. We are all shocked and so saddened. You are all in our prayers. God Bless.

Sheila Millinder

Bobbi Lucas

September 8, 2009

Holder Family,
I am so sorry to hear that Raymond passed away! I'm thankful for the times I got to share with him!! I looked forward to his trips to Greensboro to visit Sandra so I could meet him and Donna at the cafeteria for supper! He was a very special person and will be missed greatly! Know that I'm thinking and praying for you and here if you need anything. Love, Bobbi

Kathy & Chris Griffin

September 8, 2009

Karen -
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your father!! Just by chance I saw this in the Charleston paper. So many wonderful memories with you, your father, your family as a whole!! You and your family are in my prayers!! He was a great man, and we all have great memories of his smiling face!!

Richard Silver MD

September 8, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Emily Edwards

September 8, 2009

Michael, Elly and Holder family,

Fred and I are so very sorry to hear this sad news of the passing of your dear father and grandfather. Please know that we share your grief and hold you in our hearts and prayers. I know how dearly your father was loved by you, and I'm sure he knew it, too. I know he gained tremendous joy from you and your family. May God surround you with His arms of love and care as you walk through this deep valley. We will be touch upon your return to Dallas from this difficult journey, but our hearts ache with you today. May God bless and keep you and your family strong.

Tom & Annie Faye Franklin

September 8, 2009

Michael & Family,
Annie Faye & I wish to express our condolences to you and your family on the passing of your Dad. Although we never got to meet your Dad, we all share a common NC connections that bind folks in a unique way. Our prayers continue to be with you and your family....be safe and strong.

Linda & Arlynn Hines

September 8, 2009

Lee & Family:

Sorry to read of your father's passing. Even though I never met him, he had to be a great man to have reared such a wonderful son. I'm sure his influence reflects in the life you live. Again, our condolences and prayers are extended in this time of sorrow.

Allyson Gray Edwards

September 8, 2009

Lee & Michael,

I'm sorry to hear about your father. I have so many memories of him when we were in high school hanging out at your house. He made us laugh so much.

Vernon Fash

September 8, 2009

To the Holder Family: My acquaintance with the Holder Brothers and family goes back to Rivers Jr. High School, Eddy's Pharmacy, and on Race St. in Chas. SC. In Classes I found them both. Ray and Raymond, most congenial and very thoughtful of other students. In Eddy's Pharmacy they would come in and order milk shakes, sandwiches, and gifts for others. A smile and a cheerful greeting was always present. They made life sunnier and better even in the coldest dreariest weather. The entire family was very friendly. In class they were excellent students. They each made life and the community a better place to live. Good memories linger when you speak of the Holder Brothers.

God grant you strength, guidance, and comfort in the loss of your loved one for now and always!

Gail Smith

September 8, 2009

To the Holder Family - There are so many fond memories of our families getting together over the years. Now Raymond, Teddy and Lawrence are back together again. I hope our families can continue to stay in touch. I wish we could be there tomorrow. I have to work and mom is in Utah visiting her sister. We will get together soon. Love all of you, Gail Weeks Smith

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