Clarence "Bud" Holden Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Mr. Clarence “Bud” Holden, 76, of Whitefield died Monday, March 11, 2013 at his home. He was born July 28, 1936 to Jesse and Lula (DierKing) Holden. He grew up at Whitefield where he was educated. He then continued his education at Okmulgee Tech where he received his small engine certificate. He then began his working career at Dixon Farm Supply and remained there for many years. He also worked for Thompson store as a mechanic until his retirement. He married Lola Mize in 1966 and together they raised two daughters. He then also married Dorothy Blackwood in 1979 and together they raised two sons. The family would like to say a special thanks to Good Neighbor Hospice. He is survived by two daughters, Laura Brooks of Kinta, Lana Lively of Keefeton; two sons, Joseph Holden of Stigler, Bryan Holden of Stigler; three sisters, Myrtle Purdom of Whitefield, Pauline Doss of Whitefield, Bonnie Likins of Porum; one brother, Robert “Bob” Holden of Whitefield; five grandchildren; one great grandchild. He is preceded in death by his parents; Jesse and Lula Holden; one grandson, Madison Wiggins. Family visitation: Wednesday 5:00-7:00 P.M., R.E. Shearwood Memorial Chapel. Graveside Services will be held at 10:00 A.M. Thursday, March 14, 2013 at Coleman Cemetary with Reverend Tommie Parker officiating. Pallbearers will include Dale Bray, Jim Wixom, Jimmy Wixom, Justin Wixom, Jason Wixom, and Josh Bray. Burial will immediately follow under the direction of King and Shearwood Funeral Home of Stigler.

Clarence "Bud" Holden

July 28, 1936 - March 11, 2013