Glenn Holt, age 83, passed away on July 5, 2026, one day shy of his 84th birthday. A Celebration of Life was held on July 25, 2026 from the Freedom Baptist Church in Pisgah.
Mr. Holt is survived by his wife, Helen Tigue Holt; daughter, Lisa (John) Drake; grandchildren, Shawn Drake, Nichoel Whittaker and Jonah Drake; sister, Vivian Pitts; brother, Nicky (Helen) Holt; as well as numerous good friends, including his buddy, Sam Rodgers.
Mr. Holt was preceded in death by his parents, James and Viola Holt; as well as his sister, Kathleen Sherrill.
He married Helen Tigue on October 18, 1962 and they had one daughter: Lisa Holt Drake.
He was an electrician by trade and a member of the international brotherhood of electrical workers since 1970.
He traveled the nation and worked on construction sites and nuclear facilities, providing services as an electrician.
He was also a master mason and he subsequently became a 32nd level Shriner.
He took great deal of pride being a part in mission of the Shriners by transporting children who were patients with Shriners to their hospital appointments in the burn hospitals in Ohio as well as the orthopedic hospital in South Carolina.
One of his most defining traits was his generosity, both in money and time.
He loved children. Besides his noble efforts with the Shriners, he also volunteered with the exceptional Olympics.
He also provided pizzas and his well reputed homemade ice cream for his daughter’s special needs classes.
His benevolence extended beyond what was visible, as well. He positively impacted countless lives in a private manner.
He was a man who truly loved his family.
He loved merriment and bringing people joy.
He and his grandson, Jonah Drake used to drive their golf cart in Christmas parades.
He spoiled his family tremendously and extended his compassion to anywhere there was someone in need.
