She was born in Anderson, Indiana to Claude and Mildred Behringer, moving to Indianapolis when she was two. Mr. Claude Behringer was one of the founders of Inland Container Co. in 1925.
She attended Tudor Hall and graduated from Dobbs School, Dobbs Ferry, N.Y. and Briarcliff College. Active in civic affairs, she was on the boards of Christamore Aid Society and the Indianapolis Garden Club, as well as a member of the John's Island Garden Club. She found much joy in raising orchids and gardening. She was an excellent golfer and tennis player, spending Winters at John's Island, Vero Beach, Florida since 1972.
She is survived by her husband; John H. Holliday, a daughter; Mary H. Rogers, a son; John H. Holliday, Jr., three grandchildren; Katherine H. Rogers, Randall D. Rogers, Jr., Carey R. Kulongoski and three great-grandchildren.
