BRIAN HOLDENER, KNOWN FOR HIS VOLUNTEER EFFORTS
Published on February 14, 1997, Page B5
** Brian Holdener, a Sacramento contractor known for his fund-raising expertise and volunteer work for the American Red Cross, died at home Monday of a massive heart attack. He was 46.
As chairman of the local Red Cross chapter's board of directors, he helped lead a campaign that raised $1.1 million for the agency's new headquarters at Watt Avenue and Folsom Boulevard.
It's been 11 years, today. I can't believe it. He had a whole article written about him, and now it's been archived. To look at the article now, you have to pay for it.
I still think about him every day. Some days it's only for a second, some days I think about what it would be like to have him around. What kind of a Grandpa would he be? Is Kade going to have any of his personality traits? What would he tease me about, now that I'm 30? I still miss him every day. I guess it gets easier, but I think it just becomes different. You learn how to live with a little bit of "sadness", or a feeling of a "missing piece". It's hard to describe it, unless you've gone through it, I guess. Sometimes it's hard to believe I won't have my Dad around for the rest of my life. Hopefully he's up there watching over my family, and maybe smiling down on me. I know he would have liked Rob, for sure. They could have teased each other all day long. And I'm pretty sure my Dad would have had some good practical jokes to play on him. Just thinking about you, Dad. Miss you!
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Our family consists of Rob, Karli, Kade, Gemma, Boe the Dog, & Mimi the Cat.
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- Rob & Karli
- Rob & I were married March 3rd, 2006. We were married in the Mesa Temple, with all of our friends and family around us. I think it was the most fun we have ever had. We lie in bed sometimes and talk about what a great day it was. We had our son, Kade, just 18 months later. And if you can't tell from our blog, he just consumes our life. He's so sweet, and we can already tell he has a sensitive side. Baby Gemma was added to our family in November of last year. We are so excited to have a little sister for Kade. We also have our 6 year old Lab, Boe & Mimi, our princess kitty. They love the AZ weather!
Things to learn from a dog:
When loved ones come home, always run to greet them.
Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride.
Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure ecstasy.
Take naps.
Stretch before rising.
Run, romp, and play daily.
Thrive on attention and let people touch you.
Avoid biting when a simple growl will do.
On warm days, stop to lie on your back on the grass.
On hot days, drink lots of water and lie under a shady tree.
When you're happy, dance around and wag your entire body.
Delight in the simple joy of a long walk.
Be loyal.
Never pretend to be something you're not.
If what you want lies buried, dig until you find it.
When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by and nuzzle them gently.
ENJOY EVERY MOMENT OF EVERY DAY!!!!!
When loved ones come home, always run to greet them.
Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride.
Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure ecstasy.
Take naps.
Stretch before rising.
Run, romp, and play daily.
Thrive on attention and let people touch you.
Avoid biting when a simple growl will do.
On warm days, stop to lie on your back on the grass.
On hot days, drink lots of water and lie under a shady tree.
When you're happy, dance around and wag your entire body.
Delight in the simple joy of a long walk.
Be loyal.
Never pretend to be something you're not.
If what you want lies buried, dig until you find it.
When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by and nuzzle them gently.
ENJOY EVERY MOMENT OF EVERY DAY!!!!!
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2 comments:
Oh wow, Karli. I didn't know it was a February date, and didn't realize when it happened that it was so very close to your birthday. I think about him sometimes - don't know why - and how much fun it was that one time he took us all out to breakfast (what was the name of that place?? they had great scones and my dad used to drive TO UTAH just to eat at that restaurant...) our Freshman year at BYU. He was the nicest guy, and I'm so glad I got to meet him. I'll always remember that night your mom called the guys' apartment to tell you what had happened. I'm glad I was there.
Dear Eager Family:
I think I knew Brian long ago when we used to stay at Tahoe back in the Sixties.He and his dear friend,Mike Gualco,rented the house next door to ours.
I remember how we would make up silly versions of pop songs like Drag City and Yes I'm Ready.We would throw water ballooons at girls and throw a football on the beach.
So sad to hear of Brian's passing.I know he is with God and smiling down upon all who love him.
My best to all your family,Doug Weaver,a friend who never forgot a true friend.
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