Donald C. Holth

A celebration of life will be held Tuesday April 2nd 5 pm at The Spanish Society at 7107 Michigan Avenue in St. Louis, MO 63111 for Donald “Big Don” Carter Holth.

Don was born on March 6, 1961 and left us on March 27, 2019. He was employed by the St. Louis Water department for nearly thirty years.

He is preceded in death by his father and mother Carter and Selma Holth, and a sister, Rhonda Farmer. He leaves behind a sister Monica Howell, a brother Robert Holth and a daughter, Ashley Holth.

Son, Brother, Father, Best Friend, Companion, Hero, Chef, Intellectual Genius, Traveler, Biker, Comedian, Poet, Writer, Holder of the biggest heart, Giver of the best hugs.

Don’s culinary skills are legendary in South St. Louis earning him an articles in the Post Dispatch and St. Louis magazine. There will always be a chair at the table for “Big Don.”

https://www.stltoday.com/lifestyles/food-and-cooking/what-s-cooking-cold-weather-doesn-t-stop-barbecuer-from/article_d2ea2056-7fa2-5cd2-9236-8a5dea112b68.html

https://www.stlmag.com/dining/hunting-for-a-new-take-on-cooking-a-turkey%3F-try-the-orion-co/

“There are some that bring a light so great to this world that even after they have gone the light still remains.”

Let us celebrate his life with joy and laughter as he would want us to.

12 Comments

  1. Rhonda and Neal West on March 30, 2019 at 6:47 pm

    So sorry to hear about Don. He will be missed. Very sad. Prayers to all those whose lives he touched.

    Rhonda and Neal



  2. Peggy on March 31, 2019 at 9:59 pm

    Ride on my friend … you will be missed by many …



  3. Susan Hawksley on April 1, 2019 at 11:53 am

    I am so very sorry for your loss.



  4. Brenda Heusler on April 1, 2019 at 1:50 pm

    I’m so saddened to hear of Don’s passing. My sincere condolences to his family. He was bigger than life and could always make you laugh. May he rest in peace.



  5. Wendy Saultz on April 1, 2019 at 2:29 pm

    You have left us with so many wonderful and fun memories. We will miss you so much. My deepest sympathy to all of his friends and family. You have made a impact on everyone you have met. We will love you always.



  6. Vanessa Harrison on April 1, 2019 at 7:01 pm

    May many happy memories help you to comfort one another. As you throw your burdens on God above to strengthen you through this difficult time. Psalms 55:22



  7. Diana Weiss on April 1, 2019 at 8:22 pm

    Don was the kind of guy you want to remember. I just remember how much he cared for Ashley and how well he and Nancy got along. I remember him teading me me about dressing up in the Barney Suit. He loved you guys and I know you don’t need me to tell you that.

    So Nancy and Ashley this is for you:
    While you are hurting it might be hard to do.
    Get lost in the live and the memories of a life you cherished. Not in the paradigm of life, death, and time. For love is a precious gift and meant to leave you with a heart full of wonderful memories no one else can steal or quite know the full joy of… this kind of love
    You can never be prepared to hear this kind of news.
    Ir to feel the heaviness in your heart
    That makes you feel so so sad.
    But wind the sunshine’s, remember Don an how he shinned too.
    Remember his hearty laughter that filled any room, and his irrestible spirit.
    When you feel the wind blow and tpuchbuour skin just just know that he touched your life gently too.
    Remember his seemingly touch exterior that was really such a generous heart and a teddy bear deep inside.
    Remember the moments that bring joy to your heart because that’s the place he would want you to start.
    Start with life not death.
    Remember the way his smile made you feel and how his sense of humor warmed your hearts
    Remember what made him down to earth and real.
    The encouraging moments you shared and how he made you feel.
    Remember the hugs you shared and be content knowing how much he cared.

    You will still hurt
    You will still cry
    Some days you’ll wonder how you’ll get by
    In those tough moments don’t worry
    Gods got you… in his palm
    As we celebrate the life of Don
    We know love is for always
    Love is energy and energy lives inside you
    In your heart and soul and mind!
    You will never stop loving because
    Love never dies.

    I’m so so sorry for your loss. My heart is with you now and always. I love you both! Ashley Your dad was a great guy abd because of you he grew into a wonderful dad! Im thinking of you!
    Love
    Diana



  8. Gwendlyn Ramchandran on April 2, 2019 at 1:46 am

    My sincere condolences to his family. May his soul rest in peace.



  9. Lorna Melton on April 3, 2019 at 9:13 pm

    My prayers are with the Holth Family. Don will be truly missed. A great man that changed so many lives for the better. So much love and happiness he gave to the world.Ashley you will always be your Dads princess. May God give you strength in this time of need.?



  10. Darcy Remorin on April 5, 2019 at 1:01 pm

    I only knew Don through work… but he was always friendly and joking when we spoke…. please accept my heartfelt condolences upon the loss of Don….



  11. Regina on November 8, 2021 at 1:51 am

    Until we meet again my friend!



  12. Connie on May 18, 2024 at 8:15 pm

    When I was so alone and damaged. Don would come visit with me and get me talking and laughing. I loved Don.



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