Leona Berto Holt

1916 - 2017

Leona Berto Holt obituary, 1916-2017, Fairfax, VA

BORN

1916

DIED

2017

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Demaine Funeral Home – Fairfax

10565 Main St

Fairfax, Virginia

Leona Holt Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 29, 2017.

Leona B. Holt (“Nonie”) was born on March 18, 1916, and grew up on a farm in Albia, Iowa. After moving to Washington, DC, to help her sister with a new son, she met Allan T. Holt (“Tippy”). They were married in 1940. Nonie worked in retail sales in Washington, DC, until her retirement.



In 1952 Nonie and Tippy moved to Fairfax, Virginia, where they joined Christ Lutheran Church. Nonie was an active church member, participating in the Altar Guild and offering babysitting services for the pastor’s son. After Tippy’s death in 1998, church members became Nonie’s family, and they surrounded her with love throughout the final years of her life. Nonie's wisdom and deep faith were an inspiration to those who knew and loved her.



Nonie passed away peacefully on Friday, January 27, 2017, surrounded by loved ones. She is survived by two nephews, a niece, and many, many friends.



A memorial service will be held at Christ Lutheran Church in Fairfax City on Friday, February 3, at 10:00 a.m. Visitation will be held before the service, from 9:00 a.m. until 9:45 a.m. The interment will be at Quantico National Cemetery at noon. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Nonie’s memory to Christ Lutheran Church, 3810 Meredith Drive, Fairfax, VA 22030.

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January 31, 2017

Michele Mullins

You brought joy and laughter each day. You spoke softly yet had a fabulous smile. So enjoyed bringing mail, gifts, floral and Christmas arrangements to you and share in your delight. You are so missed

January 29, 2017

SA

May the God of all comfort bring your family comfort during this difficult time.

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