Violet Ilona Holbert, 87, of Wintersville, OH went home to be with her Lord on Wednesday, November 3, 2010. Violet was born December 22, 1921 in Maynard, OH a daughter of the late Robert and Ethel Woods Andress. She was a member of Finley United Methodist Church, Steubenville, OH. During her years at Finley, she was a member of the Willing Workers Sunday School Class, Lois Rae Missionary Circle and taught Junior Church for more than 25 years. In recent years, she has attended Wintersville United Methodist Church where she was a member of the Fidelis Sunday School Class. Violet was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Oliver Holbert; sister Florence Wilson of Sandusky, OH and son-in-law Robert Mackey of Wintersville. She is survived by her daughter Carol Jean Mackey of Wintersville; granddaughter Carol Sue (David) Evans of Wintersville; grandson Robert E. (Kerri) Mackey of Columbus, OH; great granddaughter Amber Evans; brother Rev. Robert J. (Martha) Andress of Gastonia, NC; sister-in-law Betty Holbert of Uniontown, PA and many nieces and nephews. Friends may call at Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, 215 Fernwood Road, Wintersville, on Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral services will be held at Wintersville United Methodist Church, 702 Main Street, Wintersville on Saturday at 10 a.m. with Rev. Clint Quillen officiating (Everyone to meet at church). Burial at Fort Steuben. Memorial contributions may be made to either Finley United Methodist Church or Wintersville United Methodist Church.
09/03/2024
Pamela Owens Cucarese
Carol, I don't know if you remember me or not. I went to Business College with you. Your Parents seemed like such nice people & wonderful Parents to you. You have my deepest sympathy. My Mother passed away in 2004 & it has left such a void in my life. But we know that they are looking down on us. I will pray that you will continue to keep the faith. Also, I would like to say what a wonderful Husband you had. I was going through a divorce many years ago & started to take classes @ JCC in order to obtain credits to go to college. I was referred to him & how helpful he was. He said,"Oh, there are a lot of older students here". Well, the first few days I was questioning that but then I met several students my age. Mr. Mackey answered all of my question & assured me that I would succeed. He was a very nice person. You were very lucky. God Bless & again, you have my sincere sympathy. Pam Cucarese
09/03/2024
June Ruff Leasure
Dear Carol Jean, I have been praying for you because I know that you and your mother had a close relationship. You were friends as well as mother and daughter. Most of all, she was your spiritual mentor. Our mothers were cut from the same cloth; their goal was to raise children who loved Jesus. Also, thank you for sharing Violet with all of us in Junior Church. She numbers among those who influenced my faith. Love, June
09/03/2024
Natalie Doty
Remember that God watches over us here and when we leave this earth, He is waiting. Remember all the good times you shared with your loved one and know that you and your family are in our prayers.
09/03/2024
Neva Wells
Carol, I was so sorry to hear about your mom. I hadn't seen her for a long time but she was such a nice lady. You have my deepest sympathy. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Neva
09/03/2024
Carol Siragusano Rotella
Mrs. Holbert was a wonderful neighbor and friend. I always remember her being so wonderful with my children when they were small. She will be missed. Carol, my prayers go out to you.
09/03/2024
Bobby John
I will always remember the $1.00 birthday cards that she sent. Although I have not seen her in many years, she will not be forgotten. Thanks for the birthday cards. I will miss you.
09/03/2024
MARYANNE EVANS
READING OF HER LIFE; WHAT A WONDERFUL RESUME SHE HAS, AND WHAT A BLESSING OF HAVING PASSED THE LOVE OF GOD AND CHURCH ON TO SO MANY WHOSE LIVES SHE TOUCHED. SPECIAL LOVE TO YOU ALL.
09/03/2024
Dave Baldwin
Violet was like a second mom to me...that was her gift..the ability to make you feel special. She was probably the most unselfish person I have ever known. Our loss will be heaven's gain. Ollie and Violet were such a wonderful couple...Carol Jean has been blessed having such great parents..as someone once said.."No 2 Christians will ever meet for the last time"... God Bless
09/03/2024
Sharon A. Jackson
We will all miss Aunt Violet a lot. I can remember exchanging letters with her and how she always remembered birthday's. She would send my girls a card with a dollar in it and they thought that was so fantastic. Here was someone they didn't really know sending them money for their birthday. I am sure she will be missed greatly as she was a wonderful person. We will miss her. Love, Sharon and family
09/03/2024
Kim (Ferrell) Hernandez
I am so sorry to hear of Violet's passing. She was a wonder person. I remember pinic's at her home as a child with my grandparents. She was kind and caring. I know she will be missed by all of you. I just wanted to let you know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you at this time.
09/03/2024
Joan Cresap
Carol: I am so sorry to learn of your mom's passing. You should be very proud that you took such good care of her in her final days. I'll be keeping you in my prayers. Joan
09/03/2024
LYNN MIKESELL
Carol- Marilyn Rotella called me last night when I was at work and told me your mom had passed away. I am so sorry to hear about her but I know she is in a much better place. I noticed her birthday is the same day as my twin brothers Dec. 22. I have kept you and your family and her in my prayers. Take care and God be with you.
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