David William Holt

Mr. David William Holt, beloved husband, father and grandfather, died peacefully under hospice care in Tampa, Fla., Thursday, Dec. 5, 2019.  

He was born in Atlanta, May 27, 1941, to Euman Holt and Ammorette Folsom Holt (both deceased). He lived in Ellijay for many years and attended Mercer University.  He enjoyed a long career in senior management with Sears prior to following his entrepreneurial spirit and launching his successful promotions business, Great Ideas.  He never met a stranger.  David lived life to the fullest as an avid sailor, diver, skier, golfer and cruiser — never missing an adventure — and enjoyed them most when accompanied by Pat, the love of his life. 

He is survived by his devoted wife of more than 29 years, Pat; daughter, Shelli Morrow (Robert); grandsons, Ryan Morrow and Alex (Rachel) Morrow; and brothers, James (Betty Jo) and Tom (Alice) Holt and their families.

The family will receive friends at 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 28, at the First Baptist Church. 

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 28, 2019, at the First Baptist Church of Ellijay with his brothers, the Rev. James Holt and Tom Holt officiating. 

Music will be by the Rev. Scott Eaton.

A family service will be held in Georgia, with a memorial gathering for friends hosted at a later date in Tampa.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in David’s name to LifePath Hospice, 12470 Telecom Drive, Tampa, FL 33637; or to Lime Connect, 590 Madison Avenue, 21st Floor, New York, NY 10022.  

Logan Funeral Home & Chapel is in charge of local arrangements.