John Holtkamp passed away on 06/29/20.
Navy veteran 1952-1956 on USS Montrose and recipient of 4 medals.
He married in 1957 and was a strong man who always loved and supported his family. He became an avid sports fisherman winning many trophies in middle age and later enjoyed it's simplicity. A favorite hobby was refinishing old boats to shiny new and then he got great joy in seeing young families proudly driving away with his creation. Roadway Express retiree.
He is joining his wife, Marilyn, who passed 6/23/20.
He is survived by his son Randall and Jose Lopez of Dallas; granddaughter Jennifer (Eagleburger) and James Schmittling, great grandsons Avery and Asher; grandson Ryan Eagleburger and Alicia (Hashagen), great grandsons, Brayden and Austyn.
Preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Marilyn (Horstman); daughter Sandra (Eagleburger) in 2009 and son Dean 2017.
We feel sure Mom encouraged him to let go and come with her...May God Bless and Keep You Both.
Private family service. Internment at the Missouri Veterans Cemetery.