Robert E Holt

He is survived by his ever faithful and loving wife of 61 years, Peggy L. Holt, of Virginia Beach; daughter Marilyn Holt of Vicksburg, MS; daughter Connie L. Anderson (husband Brian) of Virginia Beach; son Edwin W. Holt of Valhalla, NY; and granddaughter Caitlin V. Holt of Zephyrhills, FL, daughter of deceased son David W. Holt (Viveca).

CAPT Holt served his country with honor and pride for 35 years earning many medals and honors from the time he enlisted as a 17-year-old Marine until his retirement as a respected Navy Captain in 1981. Receiving his wings in 1951, he went on to serve in several capacities including being CO of VA-55 flying combat missions in Vietnam; as the first CAG of Reserve Air Wing 20; serving on the staff of COMNAVAIRLANT; then as CO of the oiler USS Mississinewa; and ending his career as Chief of Staff for COMOPTEVFOR.

His greatest joy was serving his Lord studying and teaching God’s word and living his faith, serving as a deacon and a very outspoken member of several committees at Thalia Lynn Baptist Church. He was loved and respected by many and will be missed for his knowledge and unique sense of humor.

A visitation will be held from 10:00-11:30 am on Thursday, July 5, at Thalia Lynn Baptist Church. Services will immediately follow at 11:30 officiated by Dr. P. McGoldrick, with interment at Rosewood Kellum. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Thalia Lynn Baptist Church in Bob’s name.