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Laurence H."Larry" Holden

May 15, 1961 ~ February 13, 2011 (age 49) 49 Years Old
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Message from Washington
February 18, 2022 1:34 AM
I was 14 and living on this tiny exclave in Washington state in year 2005. When one day I saw we had new neighbors. I had been walking to my friends house when I meet Larry for the first time I remember saying hello as I walked by. Little did I know at the time that would set in motion events and core memories that I will always hold close to my heart. From the first time we talked, to the cold day walking on the beach talking to Larry and Hanne, to sitting on the sidelines with Hanne watching Larry and his friend Greg play football with my two brothers and their friends to Larry trying to get into character by wearing an orange jumpsuit because he was supposed to be prisoner from Alcatraz. To sitting outside the library learning about Hanne's life that was originally just for a school project but brought us closer together. To dressing up in clothes she made and having a mini photo shoot. To Larry coming to my friend's house to help hold a rickety old up to help get my friend down of her roof because she was stuck up there afraid to get down. To us just emailing each other back and forth occasionally after they had moved. To the last time we e mailed we wrote each other that I still have saved in my emails. The last one being about finally figuring out how to listen to his radio program mud on the water and how excited I was finally able to listen to it and him giving me and some of our other friends a shout out. Back in 2015 I got a tattoo of the bat signal from batman begins in his memory and while I know he didn't like batman. It reminds me of him and what he was to me. I don't usually share these stories with many people but this year I felt like I could finally share them.
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Message from Vermont
April 22, 2020 11:51 AM
I took a trip down memory lane yesterday, thinking about the time a friend and I traveled downstate from Burlington, VT, in 2007 to see if we could watch an indie film (All Sun and Little White Flowers) being shot. We arrived, were informed by a crew member that it was the final day of shooting and that they had just wrapped, but then out of the blue we were invited to join them at D's Doghouse for the after party scheduled to begin in a few hours! We accepted. That's when I met Larry and Hanne. They were very welcoming, so full of encouragement, curiosity, and life. There we were, total strangers, celebrating with cast and crew as if we were family. Larry and Hanne even invited us to spend the night across the street at the house they had rented for everyone. It was a magical summer evening, one I'll never forget. So yesterday, thinking of this time, I looked Larry up online and was saddened and shocked to learn of his passing so many years ago now, so shortly after the one and only time I met him. My condolences go out to his loved ones. I thought, even all these years later, you might like to hear this little anecdote about him, and how he left such a memorable impression on someone who knew him for only a few hours.
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Message from Gaylene
March 9, 2017 6:30 PM
I'm so sorry to have just found out about Larry, my sincere condolences to Hanna and his family.  Larry and I met at the Denver Film Festival many years ago and we kept in touch for quite some time.  His intelligence, softness and humor always shined through.  I spent the morning looking for his contact info to discuss helping me with a documentary and discovered this sad, shocking news.  May you soar with the wind Larry, until we meet again. With a heavy heart, gaylene
Message from Lindsay
November 10, 2015 6:24 PM
Greetings friends and family of Larry. I'm not sure who may come across, however I am grateful for your help. Larry recommended to me shortly before he passed that I needed to watch his movie "Under the Leakingest Roof". I went to the Holden Automotive website recently and noticed that it no longer exists. I was hoping that whomever sees this may be able to help find a way for me to purchase this movie of his.

Thank you for your help! He was an incredible man.
Message from michelle white
February 17, 2013 7:36 PM
I was listening to Van Morrison and decided to reach out to my old friend Larry who I liked to call Hank. We both loved Van's music and so I e-mailed him today. He had been on my mind all week. I just found out that he had passed away and realized this past week was the two year anniversary. We had been out of touch as we were both traveling.  I am so sad and will miss him madly. I send love to his wife and all of his family. I know that he will "sail into the Mystic".
Love, Michelle
love, Michelle
Message from Deborah Ralph
November 3, 2012 11:27 PM
I had my first email from Larry in 2002 and last heard from Larry in July 2010 and he was always so good answering my emails and keeping me up to date with what was happening. I usually waited for him to email as I knew he was always so busy and I can't beleive how long it had been since I heard from him so thought I would look him up to see what he had been up to and then I found the sad news of his passing. What a shock, he was so young and so full of "gusto" and did things his way. He called me his first friend in Australia and we swapped a number of things in the mail including some of his movies. He was generous, friendly and full of ideas. I am so sorry that I have only just found out about this and my sympathies go out to his family as I know they would still very much miss him. He was much too young to be taken.
from your friend still in Australia.
Message from Andrew Toomey
March 12, 2012 6:26 PM
I can not believe this!! I have today found out that my old pal has Gone...
I met larry in Los Angeles, we shared the same address on La Cieniga Blvd. Larry and I stayed in in touch,we were always trying to re-unite the Morrison brothers,  which was the name we created for our duo friendship. I shall miss my buddy he was a true friend...a brother...We had some Amazing times together. Being both Taurians and the same age bonded our love for the good things in life. We looked at life in the same way... God Bless you Larry the Morrison Brothers will re-unite in peace.
Message from Angela Burkard
April 17, 2011 12:00 AM
Sorry to hear the lost of classmate. Sympathy to family and friends. High School Classmate :
Angela Horton
Message from Leslie Keel
March 30, 2011 12:00 AM
Larry has always been a very passionate person and sensitive man. I met him over ten years ago, working on My Father's House with his beautiful Hanne. I have not seen him in years, but he had a beautiful spirit and a contagious laugh! He was very dedicated to his art and he will live forever through his art, and in the hearts of his family, friends, and sweet Hanne. God bless Larry!
Message from Mark Gilvary
March 5, 2011 12:00 AM
I didn't really know Larry Holden, but I exchanged a couple of e-mails with him in relation to one of his Film Projects a couple of years back.

I stumbled on this sad news today, quite by chance on IMDB. I had literally just stopped by his page to see what he was currently working on, and I couldn't believe it when I read that he had died.

From the limited contact I had with him, he struck me as A Hard Worker & A Straight Talker ... Two Admirable Qualities in Any Human Being As Far As I'm Concerned! ... I Wish That There Were More Like Him!

R.I.P. Mr. Holden ...
... & Best Regards To
The Loved Ones That You Leave Behind.
Message from Lisa Morris
March 5, 2011 12:00 AM
Your Georgia family misses you. With love the Morris'
Message from A.J. ALI
February 28, 2011 12:00 AM
Larry was one heck of a friend. He always spoke from the heart and always inspired through his words, his actions and his art. My prayers are with the entire family. Having lost a brother to cancer, I feel your pain. Having lost my friend to cancer, I will honor him through our shared love of creativity and my dedicated work in the areas of wellness and cancer prevention. Larry's spirit lives on, in heaven and through all of us whom he influenced. Peace and love.
Message from Kathy McCue
February 23, 2011 12:00 AM
My family’s deepest sympathies go out to Hanne, Ricky, Pat, Angela, Debbi, and all the family and friends that love and miss Larry. He was one in a million. I was always so proud to brag about my famous cousin and all his achievements. I fondly remember all the family reunions growing up and times we got together when he was in town. Larry was a very caring soul and we will miss him greatly.
Message from Katrina Elliott
February 22, 2011 12:00 AM
Our deepest condolences go out to the McCueKathleen& Holden Families for their loss of Mr. Holden. Thru Kathy's love, we feel like we knew him! Our hearts and prayers are with you all, Your SSA Family.
Message from Shocky Van Horn
February 21, 2011 12:00 AM
Although we didn't keep up much over the years, Larry was and will continue to be part of Joanne's and my life. Our grown children grew up learning about "Boo" and the adventures my brothers and I had with him. Take care Larry, make 'em laugh up there with ya!
Message from Lindsay
February 20, 2011 12:00 AM
Our manager shared the news of your passing yesterday....in the midst of all the craziness at work, I was left feeling hollow and shocked. You are such an amazing man who truly wasn't done with his time here. I will never forget the conversations we shared in the short time I knew you. What an honor it was to be there for you at such a difficult time in your life. "Sometimes, all you gotta do is look outside...and you'll find your answer there." Larry, I'm still looking outside and trying to figure out the answer to this...I will never forget you. Rest easy my man.
Message from francesca vincenti
February 19, 2011 12:00 AM
Condolences to the family. Larry was an exceptional man, friend, artist and mentor... He lives on thru the smiles we share when we think of him and mention his name.
Message from Tom Leonardi
February 19, 2011 12:00 AM
Larry Boo,

We met each other a long time ago on a lacrosse practice field. We became friends by hanging out together and sharing our stories and BS. We developed a special bond and became brothers on November 15, 1981 when your father passed away. That's our secret. We went in very different directions in life but stayed connected by our bond. I wish we had spent more time together but we both kept each other in our hearts. You lived a life that most of us can only dream about. The photo you sent me with Al will make me smile as long as I live. Few will appreciate or know how amazing that was. Thanks for your final e-mail to me. I did not realize it was goodbye. "One of these days, I'm gonna sit down and write a long letter to all of the good friends I've know. One of these days.....And it won't be long...it won't be long." Sleep well my brother and continue to dream for us. Leo
Message from Connee Rauser Sheckler
February 19, 2011 12:00 AM
Dearest Boo ~ What a warm reception you must have received in heaven from your father and all of our relatives. I am so deeply saddened to know you are gone and that I won't hear your voice anymore or receive an email or a big manila envelope in the mail box with your latest DVD or endeavor. Bob and I were always so flattered that you valued our opinions. You were our family's shining star and we were all so immensely proud of you. I think we were all hoping for one more "welcome home, Larry, pub crawl" but I guess we will have to wait if/when we get to heaven. Will miss you so. Love, "Con Con"
Message from June Rauser-Prematta
February 19, 2011 12:00 AM
So many people have such warm, loving memories of you, dear Larry. I will personally miss your e-mails to "Junebug." Joe & I always enjoyed hearing about your latest ventures. Your light will stay in our hearts, my dear cousin. May you be at peace in the loving arms of our Dear Lord & Savior.
Message from Sr Loretta Cornell
February 19, 2011 12:00 AM
Larry has a wonderful family,Rickie, Pat,Angie,Debbie, niece and nephews who will miss him. My heart aches for each of the family. I loved Larry he was fun to be with very talented and creative. He was gifted and an artist. We are all better people because of Larry. Rest in the loving arms of your Dad and loved ones who have gone before you to God.
Message from Rick Carr
February 19, 2011 12:00 AM
May you fill Heaven with the joy and laughter,that you blessed us with while you were here.
Message from Ken & Betty Stiegler
February 19, 2011 12:00 AM
We were shocked and so sad to hear of Larry's passing. It was much too soon for him to go. Our thoughts are with the Holden family.
Message from Paul Rauser
February 19, 2011 12:00 AM
My sister Connee called me Sunday in tears informing me of your death. Once again, I kick myself in the butt for not returning your most recent phone call thinking, as usual, that there’s plenty of time.
I emphasized this very point at Joyce’s farewell at the Monastery. However, it appears I fail to learn this very lesson.
Larry, you remain a perfect example of why this family is so exceptional. So bright a person you are, you lifted all of our spirits with your enthusiasm during your brief visit.
My wait to see you again is agonizing.
As I extend my deepest sympathy to Ricki, Pat, Angie and Deb, we will never ever begin to feel their pain.


Paul & Fay Rauser
Message from Fay Rauser
February 19, 2011 12:00 AM
As I sit here and wonder what to write about a person I cared about so much. I know that we wish we could have seen him more, that's for sure. When Larry walked into the room, the room instantly became brighter.
My sincere sympathy goes out to Rikki,Pat,Angie and Debbie and the rest of the family and to those who will miss him so much. May you rest in peace Larry.

Sincerely,
Fay
Message from Brenda Baxter Petito
February 18, 2011 12:00 AM
My heartfelt prayers to all of the Holden family especially you , Debbi as you mourn Larry's passing. May the strength of God continue to hold and comfort you all.
Message from Vicki Dimes Sealock
February 18, 2011 12:00 AM
My prayers and condolences go out to Larry's family and friends. He will truly be missed. I first met Larry in our 8th grade algebra class at MacArthur Junior High and was friends with him from that moment in time. He was a great guy! RIP "Boo"
Message from Chris Allen
February 18, 2011 12:00 AM
My condolences to Larry's family. I have known him since high school. He was a prince among men, even at a young age. I will miss his spirit and humor.
CA
Message from David V.Starks
February 18, 2011 12:00 AM
What can I say, I loved him so much from the time we met back in our Ft. Meade days. He gave me my nick-name, Shadow. I wish I had the chance to speak to him one last time before he passed away. I will miss my brother. Much Love, God rest your soul, and God Bless your family.

D.Starks
Message from Rose Marie Thoms
February 18, 2011 12:00 AM
We all recognize a diamond when we see one. Larry was a gem of the highest quality with a sparkle all his own but he shared it with the entire world. I have never known anyone who meant so much to so many.
We love you and miss you.

Nate and Rosey
Message from Tammy McKenzie
February 18, 2011 12:00 AM
Larry’s passing has left me with a deep sense of loss. I developed a friendship with Larry in 2009 after being his neighbor for years. I recently lost my brother and Larry helped me in dealing with my pain. He not only became my friend, but a brother as well. When Larry called to tell me about his condition, I thought how could this happen to such a wonderful being. To hear of his sudden passing is almost too much to bear. Larry provoked thought about things that many wouldn’t dare to share and has made a huge impact on my own thoughts. To lose such an inspirational being that tried to convey humanity through film is dispiriting. I will miss our many walks and coffee talks and treasure the many fond memories of spending time with him. Larry shared my passion of helping all creatures great or small such as the little newts that travel our road. May the Great Spirit watch over your soul my friend.
Message from Kelly Morano Snyder
February 18, 2011 12:00 AM
Sharing 25 years with you Larry was just not enough, you are an amazing man that has taught me so much about life. Thank you for all the special memories I hold in my heart but most importantly, thank you for the many conversations we shared these past three weeks. Your determination to fight this cancer was a pure tribute to your zest for life. I am so greatful for the all the laughs and love we shared. Love you.....
Kelly
Message from Jeff Johnston
February 18, 2011 12:00 AM
My sincerest condolences to the Holden family. Your loss is incomprehensible. But you know Larry would not want you to dwell on the negative, only to focus on the positive and live your remaining years to the fullest.
Larry, my old friend and Meade brother, I miss you. Not many people on the planet lit up a room like you did. You're never gone as long as we all remember you, and we won't ever forget you, Boo.
Message from Hank Holden
February 18, 2011 12:00 AM
If you've lost the ability to physically embrace someone or to visualize their presence, you are left with their memories. Some painful-some joyful,but memories nonetheless.As we grieve his loss let's think about Larry's zest for life. He had that great sense of humor and was dedicated to his dream.He believed in life and living.I love you man and even though I wish we had shared more- what we did share was more than enough. My thoughts and prayers are with Ricky,Pat,Angie,Deb,his niece and his nephews who are finding a way to make sense of this.To his friends, my thoughts are with you and I thank you for your many insights and kind expressions of sympathy.
Larry, this was Dave's final tribute to Tootie and it fits you as well.....
"May the road rise to meet you,
May the wind be always at your back,
May the sun shine warm upon your face, -The rains fall soft upon your fields and -Until we meet again, May God hold you in the palm of His hand."
Love
"Uncle Hen"
Message from Robyn Van Horn
February 17, 2011 12:00 AM
I knew Larry for 36 years...he was a brother to me. My heart goes out to his wife Hanna and his family...I love you Ms. Holden.

Larry...it was a honor to know you and call you a FRIEND. We went through good times and bad time. You are now pain free with God, He has plans for you. You are now with your Dad and Gerry...you guys will have a blast. Until we meet again my friend, I love you and you will always be in my thoughts.

THE HOODS
Message from Rory Van Horn
February 17, 2011 12:00 AM
I was a friend of Larry's for 36 years and he was a part of the Van Horn family. Knowing someone from the age of 13 to a 49 year old man is a long time which I will cherish with great memories and will last my lifetime. Even though we had not seen each other for 7 years, we kept in contact via emails or phone or through his radio program. Boo, I will miss you brother and will see you in heaven for our HOODS reunion. My condolences to the Holden family who I have loved throughout these 36 years.
Message from Charlotte Patton
February 17, 2011 12:00 AM
I haveknown Larry since 1976. He was always full of surprises and laughs. He had a wonderful and harmonious spirit that will be held in my heart and mind forever. He was tender , sweet and oh so full of life. My sad condolences are sent to his mother and sister and his wife as well. I cannot imagine their sorrow. I will always keep you in my prayers and thoughts. You will always be treasured Larry.
Message from Jim Reeb
February 17, 2011 12:00 AM
Go with God, my Brother. You are missed and your memory will stay alive forever, wherever people with passion gather. Thanks for being a great friend. Vaya con Dios, Vato! Semper Fi, Jimbo
Message from Gary Manos
February 17, 2011 12:00 AM
Time to rest brother. I enjoyed our short friendship and many laughs.
Message from Corky Schoonover
February 14, 2011 12:00 AM
My condolences to the family--I was shocked to hear last night about his passing. Larry was a long time fan of Skip Castro Band for whom I play drums. He later invited us to be a part of My Father's House which was a great and fun experience due in large part due to the respect with which he treated us. I always enjoyed his spirit and enthusiasm and admired him for pulling off the filming of that movie despite enormous hurdles. He and I traded emails periodically after he moved to Vermont as, in keeping with his personality, he was truly interested in how the band members were doing. I also sent him some of the band's music to play on his radio show. I hadn't heard from him recently and now, sadly, I know why. We're better off for having known Larry and we'll be sure to dedicate a song to him at one of our shows. Sincerely, Corky Schoonover
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