Michael Blake Holden
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Michael “Blake” Holden, 44, of Greenwood, Missouri, passed away on December 27, 2018. A Memorial Gathering will be held from 6:00 P.M.-8-00 P.M. on Thursday, January 3, 2019 at Heartland Cremation & Burial Society, 6113 Blue Ridge Blvd, Raytown, Missouri.
Blake was born on December 18, 1974 in Kansas City, Missouri to James & Mary Lee Holden. He graduated from Lee’s Summit High School in 1993. After graduation, he completed his Carpenter Apprenticeship and became a member of Local 61. He enjoyed to hunt and fish, but especially loved activities with his son, Dallas. Everything from scouting, fishing, archery, shooting and the occasional video game.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Jim & Irene Holden and Frank & Louise Trentham; as well as aunts, uncles and cousins.
Survivors include: his son, Dallas Holden; parents, Jim & Mary Lee Holden; brother & sister-in-law, Cameron & Tori Holden, their children, Kayten Abey, Cash & Callen; along with aunts, uncles and cousins who will continue to keep Blake in their hearts and memories.
Our hearts go out to you and your family. God be with you all.
Love, Ted & Georgia
Nampa, Idaho
I personally have so many good memories of Blake growing up. He and Chris were always thinking up things to do. Like coloring on the walls and melting crayons over tiny green plastic army men. I know you have your own stories to tell. I’m so saddened by his passing. My condolences to you Jim and Mary Lee and Dallas.
God Bless,
Linda
Ron and I have so many good memories of Jeff, Blake, and Jason Moorhead spending so much time together. Ron and Jeff have some great stories of the Colorado elk hunts and the unforgettable experiences in camp together. Forever memories of everlasting friendships that will live in our hearts forever. Such a great young man, gone way too soon, but I know he and Jason have already got together in that big fishing pond and hunting ground in heaven.
Our prayers and love to Jim and Mary Lee and all those who have been touched by the loss of our friend Blake.
Some of my best childhood memories are of spending time with Blake, Cam, and my brothers. Our bottle rocket fights particularly stick out in my mind.
I wish there was some way to change this, that Blake was still here. It doesn’t seem right for him to leave so soon. My deepest sympathy to you, Aunt Mary Lee, Uncle Jim, Cam, and Dallas. I pray that your own memories of Blake bring you some comfort as you grieve.
I worked with Blake in some of the most trying situations and craziest places in the world. His humor and wit carried us through on many occasions. Although we lost touch after we moved on from that employer, his dedication to our work has always resonated with me. May he rest In Peace.
My deepest condolences to Blake’s family.
I also worked (and lived,) with him during our work abroad. We kept each other laughing and in good spirits, as best as could be had under the circumstances, and I learned many finer aspects of our work through his experience and expertise. Although it may seem inappropriate (though I doubt Blake would think so,) I must confess that I will truly miss is his most memorable expression of disbelief that I heard so many times, on so many job sites: “ARE YOU F****** KIDDING ME?!?!?!?”
I can hear him saying it right now.
Blue skies, my friend – may your journey continue.
My condolences to Blake’s family, I only have good stories about him, he always had that smile and the right words, I will always miss you
I’ve had the pleasure of working with Blake some years back. He was very skilled in our trade and really knew what to do and I admired him for that. He had a great since of humor and kept me laughing all throughout the days. I had lunch with Blake this summer and we picked up right where we left off and I love that about him. Blake was a carpenter, a fisherman, and my friend. God speed.
Blake was a staple in my home as Ed and I got together. He became a great friend, sounding board and counselor at times (with a great deal of sarcasm). Blake welcomed me into this group of friends with open arms and we were proud to have him at most all family events because he was just that. Love you Blake. Rest In Peace sweetie!
Love and Peace to your family.
Tammy Reed
Last night’s memorial gathering was a great homage to Blake. I can’t remember the last time all of my cousins were at the same place at the same time. It was a simple gesture yet a testament of what a caring and special person Blake truly was. We will all miss him very much.
Mary Lee and Jim , I am so sorry to here of Blake’s passing. Our love and condolences to you and your family.
Ellen and Ralph Burger
I have so many wonderful memories of Blake! You will forever by in my heart, Blake the Flake!
I am so sorry. I found this trying to track you down. This news took my breath away. I have vivid memories of our kids playing when they were little. Back and forth, your house and ours. I have no words, this is so hard. I’m very sorry.