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Carol Marie Holder (Age 79)
Carol Marie Holder, age 79, passed away peacefully at her home in Ocean City, MD on Thursday, February 24, 2022. Born in Washington, DC, she was the daughter of the late Gordon Olson and Agatha (Jones) Mason. She is survived by her children; daughter, Julie Marie Allen of Mount Airy, MD son, Adam Holder (Angela) of Berlin; and six grandchildren, Abby, Griffin, Madilyn, Tyler, Chase and Russell. Also surviving is her beloved companion Jeff Smith of Kensington, MD; and her former husband and dear friend Bud Holder (Lisi) of Ocean City.
Carol was a graduate of Walter Johnson High School in Bethesda, MD and had worked as a secretary with the federal government. She was an avid animal lover and strong supporter of the ASPCA and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, along with many other charities.
A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, March 15 at 11 a.m., at the Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin. Friends may call one hour prior to the service. Inurnment will be in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 3801 Georgia Ave, Silver Spring, MD, 20906 on March 26, at 10:30 a.m. A donation may be made in her memory to: The ASPCA, https://www.aspca.org/ways-to-give, or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St Jude Place, Memphis, TN, 38105. Letters of condolence may be sent via:
www.burbagefuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Carol Holder
Ali Snowden
February 24, 2023
In memory of a wonderful, loving person. It's hard to believe it has been one year. We love you and miss you OODLES as you would say.
The Shifflets, Kay Braddock
March 13, 2022
I remember Carol was always the life of the party! (Gary Shifflet). Carol was always a wonderful grandmother and a joy to be around with her warm, vivacious personality. (Sherry Shifflet). I first met Carol at Griffin's baptism and have enjoyed knowing her every since that day. (Kay Braddock)
Julia Garner
March 13, 2022
I was a neighbor of Carol's when she lived on Vixen St. at FoxHall. She and I would walk our dogs together. This is when she had Stoli. My sister Mary and I would also meet up with Carol when we went to Ocean City in Januarys for a week. Carol was a very loving person, and she will be missed greatly. Our sympathy to all her family and friends, especially, Jeff.
Lyn Misiaszek
March 12, 2022
Jeff introduced me to Carol at our mother’s funeral in the 80s. Now it’s Carol we are laying to rest. Such a loss. Funny, generous, upbeat, kind. A woman with a loving family and many deep friendships. Pete and I will miss you terribly, Carol. Rest In Peace.
Jane Dawson
March 12, 2022
I have been a friend of Jeff Smith and his sister and family since school days. I met Carol only once and could see that she was a caring soul with a sense of humor and family . All I ever heard were good things about Carol and her children and their kids.
May she Rest In Peace and know that her vibrant life touched on many, some that she only met once .
Donna Wade
March 11, 2022
Carol was a kind, loving, caring person who made everyone feel special. Her love of family, friends, animals and life was captivating. Knowing Carol was quite an honor. Now heaven has a special angel.
Ali Snowden
March 9, 2022
I cannot imagine a birthday or holiday without receiving warm wishes and "oodles of love" from Carol. She always cared deeply what was going on with family, and shared her infectious laugh, smile and kisses with all. Truly a warm, loving person who I will greatly miss talking to. Love to Adam, Julie, Jeff, Bud (Lisi) and all her grands!
Chris Claxton
March 7, 2022
Carol was a wonderful friend and neighbor. A smile that flashed the room, a laugh to warm your heart, and if you were lucky you heard her sing. RIP Carol you are forever loved by all.
Rob & Anita Moroney
March 6, 2022
Carol was the best kind of person, warm, friendly and always happy. I loved our time walking our precious puppies together on Edgerwater Avenue. Her warm kindness and love of life will be missed tremendously. God bless you Carol and take care of all our dogs that have already crossed the Rainbow to heaven with you.
Basil Hanlon
March 5, 2022
My memory of Carol was of a very warm person. As the retired General Manager of Ruth's Chris Steak House in Berlin you could not have had a nicer guest. A beautiful person with a beautiful heart. Always gracious to all. Basil J Hanlon
Linda Horan
March 4, 2022
Carol could light up the world with her laugh and smile. Much love to her family and friends. Thanks for sharing such wonderful memories!
Judy Whelihan
March 4, 2022
Julie, Adam and family so sorry to hear about the loss
of your Mother. She could always make you smile in her presence. Hugs to all. Rest in peace Carol'
Kathleen Boswell
March 4, 2022
To know Carol, was to love Carol! I was blessed to have had her in my life and will keep her in my heart always. I loved the photo tribute and she so enjoyed her life. I met her at DHHS working together and after she moved to OC, I enjoyed running into her and just laughing--loved her laugh! She was pure joy! My sympathies to Julie and Adam and the entire family and so many friends.
Sue Hodgkins Dick
March 2, 2022
My thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends at this time of loss. I’ll always remember such a sweet smile on a beautiful lady! Rest In Peace, Carol.
Dana Widmer
March 1, 2022
I am so sorry for your families loss but was blessed to know your Mom for all these years and I will miss her laugh and smile. I will make donation to ASPCA in Carols name.
Paul Thomas
March 1, 2022
Rest in Peace, Carol. I never knew you that well, but I know many of your family and friends. My thoughts are with them as well.
Kerri and Alan Kaplan
March 1, 2022
I am so sorry for your loss Julie. It will be my honor to make a donation to ASPCA in your Mom's loving memory.
We love you
Birgitta Rudqvist Persson
March 1, 2022
In loving memory of a wonderful person. I will love you and miss you always.
RIP
Nicole Broderick
February 28, 2022
My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. Carol was such a kind and wonderful lady and she will be deeply missed. RIP.
David Dwyer
February 28, 2022
She was that rare person who could make you smile no matter what. Knowing her was both a privilege and a pleasure.
RIP.
Dave Dwyer
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