Marlene J. Holden

In Loving Memory of Marlene Joy Holden on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, Marlene Joy Holden, a beloved wife and mother of four children, passed away at the age of 89. Born on June 6, 1936, in Sheldon, Iowa, Marlene was the daughter of Hubert and Harriet Niemoth. Her family was the center of her life, and her devotion to her husband and children was unwavering.

Marlene joined the Army in 1955 through 1957. For 63 years, she shared her life with her husband, Lewis Holden, and together they built a loving home and family.

Marlene was preceded in death by her husband, Lewis Holden, her parents, and two sisters.

She is survived by her four children: Cindy Johnson (Craig), Lewis Holden (Shanna), Cheryl Rice (Ken), and Christine Holden (Lena). Her legacy lives on through her grandchildren—Mark Johnson (Sandra), James Johnson (Kimberly), Shane Berry (Jena), Terrance Berry, Emily Davis (Connor), Kale Clawson, Kristin McDonald (Jonothan), and Kaleb Rice—and her great-grandchildren: Aiden Johnson, Elizabeth Johnson, Kylie Berry, and Holden Berry.

A visitation will be held at Crawford Bower Funeral Home at 9:00 Am, followed by burial at the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery in Killeen, on Tuesday, February 24th at 11:00 AM, beside her loving husband, Lewis Holden.

We remember Marlene not only for the life she lived, but for the love she gave so freely. Her kindness touched every heart, her laughter brightened the darkest days, and her wisdom will guide us always. Though she is no longer with us in person, her spirit lives on in the memories we cherish and the lives she has shaped. We are grateful for every moment shared, and we will carry her light with us forever.

"Death leaves a heartache no one can heal; love leaves a memory no one can steal."

"Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure. You are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure."