Leslie Wayne Holt of Mauriceville, Texas passed away Wednesday, March 12, 2014 at the age of 64. Born on May 14, 1949 in Beaumont, Texas, he was preceded in death by his father, T. R. Holt. Leslie was a resident of the Orange/Mauriceville area for 60 years.
Leslie was a 1967 graduate from West Orange High School, where he established many friends and lifelong relationships. He was employed by Sears for 35 years before retirement.
Leslie enjoyed a busy and active life both before and after retirement. He was an enthusiastic sports fan, whether as a participant or observer. His hobbies included hunting fishing, and above all trail rides. The highlight of each year was Leslie’s involvement in the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. For 25 years he was a rider on the Spanish Trail Ride. For 20 of those years he proudly served as a scout for the trail ride to insure the safety of riders and horses. He also participated in Team Penning and won a Championship buckle in 1995 at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.
Leslie was a “people” person and loved all of his friends as family.
Leslie is survived by his devoted wife of 28 years Rose Young Holt, and his loving daughter Lisa Holt, step son Travis Young, and step daughters Patricia Marks and Janine Ratliff, and his grandchildren Lacey, Rayli, Jett, Kenzie, Travis, Danielle, Christina, and Curtis; great grandchildren Keegan, Parker, Hannah, Jackson, and Trenton. He is also survived by mother, Sue Holt; sister Karen Holt Pace and husband Jeff Pace; sister Nancy Holt Brooks and husband Mark Brooks; nephew Ross Brooks, and nieces Amy Pace Parra and Lindsey Brooks.
A special thank you to the doctors and nurses at the Medical Center of Southeast Texas for their kindness and extraordinary care during his many months of illness.
Visitation will be 3:00 p.m. till 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 16, 2014 at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.
Funeral service will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, March 17, 2014 at the Claybar Funeral Home Chapel. Officiating will be Reverend Jessie Wright of Caney Creek Open Door Church. A grave side service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday at Fairview Cemetery in Winnie.
Honorary pallbearers will be Jeff Pace, Albert Marks, Mark Brooks, Dan Rach, Ross Brooks, Mark West, and Travis Young.
Condolences
Janice Freeman
March 19, 2014
As an old friend of LESLIE and ROSE I send my deepest sympathy. I'll always remember the fun times at Sears.
Debra Corbello
March 19, 2014
Rose, i just found out Monday. I am so sorry. You are in my prayers. Leslie was always such a hoot. I think about how much mischief he and Bob would get into, he will be missed. Debra Corbello
Jennifer Pace
March 18, 2014
Will forever carry the image of your genuine smile and loving eyes!!!! Love you Bubba!!!! Jennifer Pace
James & Becky Holt
March 16, 2014
James & Becky Holt lit a candle in memory of Leslie Wayne Holt
The Rhoades, Ansley'S, Arnd Holt'S
March 16, 2014
The Rhoades, Ansley's, arnd Holt's purchased the A Full Life for the family of Leslie Wayne Holt.
Candace (Mcmaster) Goolsby
March 16, 2014
We will forever miss you my friend. The Spanish Trail Ride will never be the same without you and meemaw! Thank you for helping me raise my boys on the ride and being there when we needed you, sharing the good and the bad with us and just being our friend. I (we) will miss you Les. Love, Candy, Jacob, Hunter, Trevor and the little one who didnt get to know you like we did, KayLee.
Candace M.
March 16, 2014
Candace M. purchased the Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum for the family of Leslie Wayne Holt.
Kerri West
March 16, 2014
Kerri West purchased the Secret Garden Basket for the family of Leslie Wayne Holt.
Sherrie Myers
March 15, 2014
Leslie Holt was my late fathers best friend. (Bobby Masengal). Leslie was a kind man and a good friend. He always made me smile and laugh when he was with my dad. I will never forget him. His and his family are in my prayers! Sherrie;' Myers
Anonymous
March 15, 2014
Lily and Rose Tribute Spray was purchased for the family of Leslie Wayne Holt.
Anonymous
March 15, 2014
Emerald Garden Basket was purchased for the family of Leslie Wayne Holt.
Harvey And Shirley Woods
March 15, 2014
Harvey and Shirley Woods purchased the Lily and Rose Tribute Spray for the family of Leslie Wayne Holt.
Amy Parra
March 14, 2014
My sweet uncle Bubba, don't you leave my spirit. I've got paw paw and you looking over us now. I'll never forget. I love you with all my heart.
Jerry Bratton
March 14, 2014
A great man and very good friend we're all going to miss you and all the good times God speed my friend.
Mark & Kerri West
March 14, 2014
Happy Trails My Friend! You will be forever missed. Gone to soon....and yes you can ride my white horse. Miss you brother! ~Mark & Kerri West
Pam Cantrell
March 14, 2014
Better hurry and get a drink before paw paw joe sees u !!! Him and Harvey called me SHAMIKA or here comes BOSS LADY!! Loved this man to the moon and stars above!! Ride that horse down that GOLDEN BRICK AND WAVE THAT FLAG!! AMEN!! Sure gonnai miss u!! Mee maw loves and prayers to u my sweet love!! Pam&Jamea Cantrell!!