On behalf of the Naval Submarine League we offer the family our condolences and honor LCDR Holdorf's life and service to our nation.  As a life member of the Naval Submarine League he shared our commitment to the importance of the Submarine Force.  He not only served during WWII, but also up through the demanding building period of the nuclear submarine force in the 1960's and early 70's. His hard work and dedication helped build the submarine force success record.
May he rest in peace and the family find pride in all that he contributed to this great nation.

To the Holdorf Family, 

On behalf of the Charleston Base SUBVETS and Swamp Fox Chapter SUBVETS WWII, I offer you our sincere condolences on John's passing. We grieve with you on the loss of your loved one and all SUBVETS and their families have your family in our thoughts and prayers. There is no expiration date on the back of our dolphins and John will always be remembered as a Brother of the Phin, a member of our Greatest Generation, and a great Patriot.

LCDR(SS) John Holdorf Jr.
US Navy WWII Submarine Veteran Retired
Now on Eternal Patrol
Sailor Rest Your Oar 
Your Shipmates Have The Watch

Fair Winds and Following Seas Shipmate

Charleston Base Submarine Veterans
Nick Nichols, Base Chaplain

On behalf of the Carolina Piedmont Base - United States Submarine Veterans (USSVI), we offer our sincere condolences to John Thomas (Mary) and James Patrick (Antoinette) and all of LCDR Holdorf, Jr.'s family and friends in your loss and sorrow. May God whisper peace into your hearts and comfort and heal them. We are grateful for John Carl's service to our country in the U.S. Submarine Service. To our Brother of the Dolphin  "Sailor, rest your oar. We have the watch. May you rest in peace and may God bless your loved ones who remain. Thank you for your service to our country." -- Rev. Ray Fritz, Carolina Piedmont Base USSVI Chaplain.


The most important thing a father can do for his children is to love their mother.
Theodore Hesburgh

Mom and Dad can now continue their eternal journey. Together forever. Thank you for the life you provided me.

John was just a great and honorable guy!  I appreciated the opportunity be part of his caregiving staff. He will be missed!

McEwen Funeral Service at Sharon Memorial Park

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John Carl Holdorf Jr.

1 February, 1925 – 2 July, 2015

McEwen Funeral Service at Sharon Memorial Park

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