Holley is survived by his bride of 60 years, Martha, daughter, Elizabeth (Michael) Moe, son-in-law, Johannes Myrdal Valtysson, and his granddaughter Sabrina Valtysson. His parents, Holly and Dolores Bradley, and his daughter, Terry Valtysson, preceded him in death.
Holley served in the U.S. Army from 1958 to 1982. He received his regular Army commission in Armor, then transferred to the Military Police. He also was in the Criminal Investigations Division, and a dog-training officer. He served two tours in Vietnam and was awarded several medals, including the Bronze Star. Among his military education, he attended the Command and General Staff College and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police College.
After retiring from the U.S. Army, Holley accepted a position with the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Red Davis hired him with many important mandates; one of which was to create an effective firearms program/policy, which would protect the deputies, as well as the public. This exemplary program became a model throughout the State of Colorado. During his tenure with the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office he served as the Detention Bureau Chief and the Law Enforcement Bureau Chief. He remained an active volunteer firearms instructor after his retirement in 1997.
When he was not serving his country or community, he enjoyed being with his family and friends.
Visitation will be Wednesday, March 6th at Dove-Witt Family Mortuary, 6630 S US Hwy 85/87, Fountain, Colorado 80817, from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Funeral Service will be Thursday, March 7th at 11:00 a.m. at First United Methodist Church, 420 N Nevada Ave, Colorado Springs 80903.
Graveside Committal Service with Army Honors will at 2:00 p.m., at Pikes Peak National Cemetery, 10545 Drennan Rd, Colorado Springs 80925.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Army Emergency Relief Fund or Pikes Peak Hospice and Palliative Care.
