Oliver was a brother-in-law to me through his marriage to Regina.  He was very generous and kind to many and was always extremely concerned about the welfare of those who worked for him.  As mentioned in the eulogy, he was an exceptional landscape designer and did a particularly beautiful job on the Redlands Temple grounds for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.  My understanding is that when the prophet/president of the Church at that time, Gordon B. Hinckley, saw the original landscaping, he felt it did not meet the standards of beauty befitting a House of the Lord and comissioned Oliver to redo the landscaping.  As the Redlands Temple is the one I attend regularly, I often think of Oliver and his handiwork as I observe and enjoy the beauty of the grounds.  My thoughts and prayers are with his family at this difficult time.

A Haiku for Grandpa Holt

Crouton tic tac full
Do not take the Isuzu
Take the Isuzu

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I think this poem would have gotten a laugh from him. Loved his humor and compassion and his love for his family. Thankful to have known him. 

Uncle, I met you so young, and I could live so little. You are very important and very loved by me. Rest in peace “tickle uncle”. I will remember you with all my love forever,  love you! 💕🥺

Oliver was the kindest soul i have ever known. I met him when I was only 16 and he treated me like family from day one. I'll never forget everything he did for me, never forget his laugh and his cheerful spirit, never forget his beautiful voice singing, never forget his generous heart. I love this picture from my wedding, definitely my happiest memory. Love you Oliver, I'll miss you ❤️

We were always singing together, and being a clown at dinner time! I love you forever! ❤️❤️

Pink peeps and popcorn.
The trees: the lots, my favorite triple flock, missionary trees, family. 
No one could be more generous, but still wheel-deal you under the table. No one could out-work you, out-talk you, out-deal you. 
The smile, the laugh, the twinkle in your eyes. You will be missed. 

Quint Randle and I were laughing the other day on how our memories have faded since our days growing-up in the Northridge 1st Ward in the 70’s. 

One person I can never forget, though, is Oliver. 

I remember Olive stood alone as the best seminary teacher I every encountered. Every morning he was upbeat. Every morning he was prepared and could expound on whichever book we were studying at the time. I thought, “How can this guy be so happy at 6:30am every morning of everyday?”.

I remember him handing me the reins to manage my first tree lot in North Hollywood at age twenty-one, right after my mission, in  late 1980. 

I remember stopping by the Main Lot on occasion to drop off funds to Jan and seeing Ward members working throughout the lot. It seemed that the entire Ward worked for Oliver at one time or another. He was very charitable in that regard.

I remember when he welcomed Kim as a member of his family. I really admired him for that. I thought that took a lot of love, not only from him but the rest of his family. Keith…you would never know he was a step-son. Oliver was always so proud of him, always his biggest fan. Keith was the Yin to Oliver’s Yang. 

I also remember the “tough as nails” side of Oliver. Don’t let his smile fool you. I remember him steam-rolling over Anson Mann at an Elder's quorum pick-up football game. I remember him grabbing Steve Cook’s hand on one occasion and blood spirting out of it. His grip was like iron. His strength was incredible. Oliver’s rugged exterior though, masked his gentle inner soul.

Yes, I will never forget Oliver. An ordinary guy who lived life to an extraordinary degree. 

Whenever I see a Douglas Fir, a Nobel or a Silver tip…I can’t help but smile and think of him.

God Bless you, Ollie. 

Rest in peace, brother.

The Tree King: 

    The qualities of a great man are vision,       integrity, courage and understanding.
    Along with the power of articulation and profundity of character. 

Dwight D Eisenhower 

This was July 2019. The last time we saw him. Bishop Holt, is how I will always know him, supported me before, during my mission & then helped at our ring ceremony. I also remember many "popcorn night with the Bishop". He will truly be missed!

Oliver you touched the lives of so many people, including mine. I will remember you fondly with grateful appreciation. You were quick witted, passionate, funny, honest, kind and filled with integrity. I will always remember your words of wisdom and your quiet perspective. I am so glad I got the chance to know you. You will be greatly missed by all. 💗you Oliver.  Lesley

I’m am so sorry to hear of Oliver’s passing. He was such a wonderful man. I met him in the early 90’s when he came to design our back yard.  He has made many revisions over the years. My yard is gorgeous ! All due to Oliver and his great crew. 
I loved when he’d come to check out the yard and we’d visit. Oliver had such an interesting life. He was so talented in so many areas. He was such a kind man to everyone. Your family has a great legacy to follow. 

Oliver had such a fun sense of humor and never took himself too seriously.   He also never let anything stop him or even slow him down. If he couldn't walk fast anymore, he just used a scooter! No excuses, just keep working.  He's one in a million.  Every day I had with him was a gift. I'll never stop missing you.

I will always remember on Monday. He would say to me ( it’s time to go to work. ) I give him all my prayers and love for his help. I will miss him.   I send prayers to the family and friends.       Love Tase

Regina and Family,
Our deepest sympathies to you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. 
Oliver was an amazing man. We are blessed to have known him for many years! My parents first meet him at Oliver Holts Christmas tree lot on Tampa and Roscoe. My Parents started   getting their trees there when they first got married and for many years after! Oliver Holts Christmas Tree lot was the place to go every year for Christmas trees, and just to start the holiday! Plus receive a special Hello from Oliver! He really enjoyed his trees and seeing his returning and new customers! 
Regina, I am blessed to meet you through Rodeo Realty. You are my wonderful, kind, friend and I know a loving wife. You made such an amazing couple!!! 
My God Bless you and May Oliver Rest in Peace! 
You will be in our thoughts and prayers always! 
Love, The Stetz family, Dolly, Jeff and Stacy 

Regina, my condolences and a few memories.
Thank you Oliver for being my friend personally and in business.  Your honesty and frankness made for some compelling conversations but we both held our friendship strong. 
I’ll always remember meeting you at the Christmas Tree lot every year.  You loved the candies and calendars and I loved the beautiful fresh tree that adorned our home each year. 
Thank you for sharing your friendship and life with me the last 30 years.  

RIP OLIVER HOLT (3/2/1934- 6/3/23) 💔💔💔
This one was a little hard to adjust to & still am. 22 years out of my 36 years, this man has been in my life. Over the weekend, he passed away at the age of 89. Oliver was by far one of the most generous, kindest, & hardest work Man I have ever met. At the shy age of 15 I walked on to a Christmas Tree lot on Tampa and Roscoe right next to the Petting Farm. I walked up to a man named Keith Holt, who was Oliver son. I asked for a job and  I had to get permit and everything just to work there. Once I got that permit I ran to Keith and showed him I can work now. Keith let me work and I didn't turn back. Keith and I have this amazon bond that made me feel like family, so I kept coming back year after year. I grew up around Oliver at a young age, I have learned so much throughout the years. Oliver and I grew closer over the many years, I would come to the tree lot and tell Oliver I didn't want to be called "Jenn" anymore. I liked the name "Caroline" & it was a little inside joke and ever since then we sang together "Sweet Caroline, Baum Baum baummmmm" up and down the tree lot ales. My 20th anniversary working with Oliver Holt Christmas Tree Lot, I wanted to show my true love to Oliver. So I got a tattoo of our favorite video I showed him from YouTube  Called " Do you like my Decorations?" One Tree is me & the other tree is Oliver.  He fell in love with that video and would show people on his phone every chance he got. 
Oliver Holt was the most genuine person I have ever met. Thank you for teaching me so many life lessons, the true feeling of love & family, & the love for Christmas. You will never be forgotten as long as I live. I love you dearly. RIP

Sincerest condolences to family and friends.  Ollie was such a nice man...many fond memories from year's past. ❤️ 
Love, Susan and Chris Miller

Oliver Holt was a good and generous man. A devoted member of the church who served in many capacities. Several of our Coleman/Jackson sons worked on his Christmas tree lot. He would tie dollar bills to a small Christmas tree and mail it to one of the young men and women serving a church mission  no matter where it needed to be mailed. A master landscape artist who would share his talents with many of us who needed some direction with our yards.
A good friend of ours that we enjoyed going to dinner with. As I recall he loved spaghetti.  He will be missed on earth but welcomed with family and friends in Heaven. 

Such a kind person. Always busy when I would see him. We bought our Christmas trees from him for many years. Many times I would see him at church when visiting from Chatsworth. A wonderful soul! Lynn B Barlow

Oliver Holt has spent his life being, literally, a force of nature.  I have always admired his fierce testimony of the gospel of Jesus Christ, and his unwavering commitment to his family.  As a Bishop he was cherished for having an understanding and compassionate heart for young adults trying to find their way.  He was loved because he always encouraged anyone with a struggle to look forward with a “perfect brightness of hope,” and not be held back by the past.

So many people in need were surprised by Oliver’s generosity.  A job would be offered, or an entire yard installed to sell a home.  A complete professional in landscape sciences, Oliver always made time to tell you what not to plant? Or would simply stop by and plant the right thing.

In the past decade or more he endured pain that would have stopped most of us.  Yet he found a way to walk almost as fast with a Walker, as he did without.  Nothing would prevent him from taking his place at church.  So many Sundays, my testimony grew just listening to his humorous or deeply spiritual comments.

Thanks for being my fan Oliver.  You always loved music and were always waiting for inquiring, “When’s your next album?”

I am thrilled thinking  of the long-awaited reunions he is enjoying now.  What a welcoming committee!

Love
Sonja Eddings Brown

Oliver was such a wonderful man!  Always helping.  Always serving. Always setting an example of being a disciple of Christ.

We send our love to the Holt family and everyone who loves this great man and will miss him.

-David and Kelly Benning



Oliver is a great man and a wonderful friend 💗we shall truly miss him.  We have so many wonderful memories of him and his family !  Our sympathy to the Holt family. 

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Oliver Holt

2 marzo, 1934 – 3 junio, 2023

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