BRADY HOLLAND
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IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Brady Jay Holland, 36, of Idaho Falls, passed away July 5, 2009, at his home.
He was born September 21, 1972, in Ogden, Utah to Brent D. Holland and Karolyn R. Wadsworth Holland. He attended school in Roy, Utah and Aurora, Colorado before moving to Idaho Falls where he attended Fairview Elementary, Bonneville Junior High and Bonneville High School.
He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Brady loved his dogs and spending time with his family. He also enjoyed snow skiing, water skiing, boating, camping, and playing outdoors riding everything from bicycles to snow machines.
Brady owned his own floor covering business and was a hard worker. He took pride in his work, and was honest and generous, usually doing more than was required. He will be deeply missed by his friends and family who love him.
Survivors are:
Parents: Brent and Karri Holland, Idaho Falls, ID
Brother: Bryan Holland, Phoenix, AZ
Sister: Rachele (John) Barrus, Idaho Falls, ID
Fiancé: Alysa Wilson and her two children, Hayley and Dallon Holden.
Niece: Brook Holland
Nephews: Brayden & Brycen Barrus and Kyler Sparks
Grandparents: Weldon and Berneice Wadsworth, Idaho Falls, ID
and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Dell and Oretta Holland.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 9, 2009, at the Idaho Falls LDS North Stake Center, 955 Memorial Drive, with Bishop Willard Berry of the Idaho Falls LDS Lincoln 3rd Ward officiating. The family will visit with friends Wednesday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Wood Funeral Home, 273 N. Ridge, and Thursday from 10 to 10:45 a.m. at the church.
Burial will be in Fielding Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donation be sent to the charity of your choice.
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Condolences received online:
Diana Shaw-Tracy
ddhctracy@q.com
The world just got a lot less funny. I will miss Brady's contagious laughter and sharp wit. He knew how to make people laugh and I am lucky that I knew him, we all were. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. He will be missed.
Suzette Berrett Musgrave
suzyq22671@hotmail.com
I grew up out in Coltman with Brady. He will truly be missed. When I'd see him he was so good to come up and say 'hi' and wanted to know how everything was going. He was a great friend. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.
Jenetta Jesperson and Family
jjay33@yahoo.com
With deepest sympathy . . .
Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.
Jenetta Jesperson and Family
Vicki and Aunt Jane
Brent and Karrie Holland,
We are so sorry for your loss. I don't know if we will be able to come to family night but, we will be there on Thursday. You are in our prayers.
Love,
Aunt Jane and Family
Barb Harker
barb_harker@pacific-steel.com
Alysa,
Tyler and I can't tell you how sorry we are. You guys are such wonderful friends, and Brady will surely be missed. Montana looked forward to giving him grief whenever she could. We are always here for you. The door is always open.
Barb and Tyler
Stephanie Johnson
We love you and will miss you so much Brady! Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time.
Stephanie and Jaxen Johnson
Corie Oliver
ckoliver1299@yahoo.com
So many of my memories of growing up in Idaho Falls involved our friend Brady. He always had us laughing and trying to keep up with his new adventures. Most recently I ran into Brady after a few years of not seeing each other and it was just like we saw each other everyday. He walked up and smiled his big smile and just picked up where we left off..... he may be gone from our lives but not from our hearts or memories. Your family is in my prayers daily.
Avry Byington
avryv@hotmail.com
May you find peace and comfort during this difficult time. My prayers and thoughts are with you & your family.
Avry Byington
Mike & Lisa Sutton
Alysa,
Our hearts go out to you and all of Brady's family.
We have great memories of Brady at the Christmas Parties. Of all the joy and fun that he shared.
Please stay in touch. And know that our ears and door are always open for you.
On Angels Wings - Prayers for you and Brady,
Mike & Lisa Sutton
Joe Ward
karizach2001@yahoo.com
Hello Holland Family: I heard the news. Brady was a great guy and will be missed dearly. I hope you remember me, but my brother Bill and I used to ski and ride motorcycles with Brady and Bryan. Our thoughts are with you at this time. Take Care.
Joe Ward
Peggy McIntire
I am sooooo sorry to hear about Brady, I can only imagine what your are going thru....I really would like to be there for you and I will be therein a couple of weeks. I love you guys. If God brings you to something, He will bring you through it. Love and Sympathy to you all....Peggy
Tami Lawes
tamiz4now2@msn.com
I am so sorry for your loss. I am heartbroken over the loss of Brady, as I'm sure you all are. He was a wonderful friend. You are in my prayers.
Sylvia & David Wadsworth
Saddie155@msn.com
Brady will be missed by many he had lots of Friends and he was part of our family. We will miss his laughter. He was always happy and new how to have a good time. My prayers go out to all his family and friends it won't be the same camping and all the get together without Brady. Brady RIP and we love you. Sylvia and David
Toni Martin
tonimartin68@hotmail.com
"Good Morning!"....No matter what time of day or night, it was always the greeting I'd get when we spoke on the phone. Brady's "giggle" will be remembered and missed, but most of all his kindness and friendship.
To Alysa and family... I know words can't erase the pain you are feeling, but I hope there is some comfort in knowing that Brady and his silly sense of humor put smiles on so many faces. He'll never be forgotten. My heart goes out to all of you. You're in my prayers.
Brent Dale Bybee
Brent & Karri,
My heart is with you, Sincerely, the other Brent
Rod Wadsworth
Karri, I talked with Brandon Spiers who knew Brady while growing up, and he asked me if I was related to him. I wanted to let you and your family know that we are thinking of you and feel for you loss.
Rod & Pam
Ron & Angie Miller
angier5@hotmail.com
Alysa and Holland Family, We are so, so sorry for your loss. Brady's smile, jokes, and laughter will truly be missed. We are blessed to have been friends with such a great guy! Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time and are here for anything you may need.
Teesha Steele Mitchell
tmitchell@potandon.com
The world is definitely a lot less funny without Brady. He was always the entertainment of any party or BBQ....his smile was contagious and so was his laughter...you could never be sad or blue with Brady around. And you could always count on him to liven up anything! You will be missed Brady by everyone who knew you and I will always be proud to say that you were my friend! Rest in Peace! The grieving process is long, but our memories are longer!
Michelle and Dave Hernandez
I know your warm sweet Spirit is reaching out to all us to give comfort, just as our thoughts and love go to you for comfort. We will miss you dearly. Our prayers and thoughts of comfort will be with his family and with Alysa, Dallon, and Hayley.
Megan Wilkie Hoffer
My thoughts and prayers go out to your family in your time of grief. Brady will be deeply missed by the many lives he has touched.
Dan and Kristie Merrill
Alysa, we only met you and Brady a few short years ago, but our friendship grew so quickly. Brady was always so caring and giving. His charming wit kept us on our toes and he always made us laugh. We will miss him always. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Poorman Family
We are so sorry to hear about Brady, he was a great guy! We will miss him very much. You are all in our hearts and in our prayers.
Serg Garcia
I worked with Brady at HK Contractors and he was always smiling and was a fun person to be around. I am sorry for your loss he will be greatly missed.
Shawn Hudman
sohbear1@yahoo.com
I always liked Brady he always treated me great. I will miss him, his smile, and easy going attitude.
Your friend, Shawn Hudman
Rhett and Marcie Young
younrhet@cableone.net
Brady will be dearly missed. He was always joking and his giggle was so contagious. To the Holland family-we just want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this sorrowful time, and to Brady-may you rest in peace . . .
Brandi Anderson
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you today! I hadn't talked to Brady in a few years but whenever I ran into him out and about he always said Hi and had a smile. He will be missed greatly! God bless you all in this tragic time!
Julie Mckinney
somedayaprize@hotmail.com
I met Brady through my sister, Jodi Mckinney. We became friends. My thoughts and prayers are with you, his family at this time. I am sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful person, he always made me laugh. I remember when he went to Lagoon with Jodi and my mom Gloria Mckinney, I met them there and I was pregnant with my daughter. We got on this ride the scrambler, and he was such a gentleman and he went on the outside, knowing that he was going to be squished by a big pregnant woman lol, he took it very well. I still feel bad that I squished him so bad. lol
My deepest sympathy -- Julie Mckinney