Vera Catharine Holman (nee Whitworth)
Posted By Egan Funeral Home On March 9, 2022 @ 5:28 pm In Bolton Area,Obituaries | 33 Comments
Cathy was born on June 10th, 1941, and passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 6, 2022, at home, surrounded by her husband of 62 years, Merv Holman, and her three children, who will forever love and miss her.
This beautiful soul was the mother of Laura (Kenneth), Bruce (Julie) and Holly. Adored Nana of Alanna-May, Kerrie-Ann and Bradley. Proud GNana of Morgan, Moses, Elizabeth, Brenna, Gavin, Austin and Arlen. Cherished sister of Arlene (John), Bonnie, Gladys, Penny and Shirley (deceased).
Cathy will be fondly remembered for her contributions to the Girl Guides of Canada, Bolton Minor Hockey, the Humberdale Rebekahs Lodge Chapter 163, The Bolton Skating Club and the Albion Bolton Agricultural Society. She was involved in local Bowling Leagues, Ladies Softball and was the inspiration behind a local cancer support group. Cathy’s creativity was shared and valued by the community she loved.
While she enjoyed travelling and being adventurous, many of her favourite memories were made during her 42 years of fun and friendship at the Pigeon Lake Trailer Park.
She will be fondly remembered by her nieces and nephews, her dear friends and all who knew her throughout the community.
Cathy’s family will be hosting a celebration of her life on Sunday, June 26 at 2 o’clock at the Caledon Seniors Centre, 7 Rotarian Way, Bolton. Please RSVP to Laura by June 17.
If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or Breast Cancer Society of Canada.
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Sorry for your loss. Thinking of you during this difficult time.
Merv and family
So very sorry for your loss.
Cathy was mom’s best friend and they will now be together again.
Hope you can find some comfort in that.
She will be missed.
Tom and Family
Merv and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Cathy’s passing. She was a lovely Lady who fought a long and hard battle. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Connie Vanstone
Merv and family
We are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences to all. She was a lovely lady. Our thoughts and prayers.
Merv, Laura, Bruce, Holly and families.
It was with a sad heart to hear of Aunt Cathy’s passing. After a long fight and many battles to live life.
I will always remember our close family ties and Aunt Cathy’s warm smile with warmest heart full of love. The good times we had growing up at the cottage, on boats, snowmobiling and later years camping trailers.
After years of fighting to live and love you all. May she rest in peace. And rest from the battle.
Jim and Estelle Phillips
Dear Merv ad family
We were sorry to hear the news that Cathy had passed away. She was a lovely lady, but memories of all those happy years together will keep you all going and warm your hearts.
Dick and Marian Kennedy
Dear Merv and Family,
Cathy will be missed by all who new and loved her and will be missed by her family and freinds.
May God Bless you and give you strength in this time of loss.
Merry, Laura, Bruce, Holly & families
We were so very sorry to hear of Cathys passing. She fought a hard fight , may she now Rest In Peace.
Treasure your memories as they will help you through this difficult time
Our deepest condolences
So sorry to hear of Cathy’s passing .
Dear Merv and Family
Walking around the Gym at the Wellness Centre won’t be the same .Cathy was a regular when ever she was able . May Cathy rest in peace and may you Merv be strong.
Blessings to you and your Family
Murray
Our condolences
Sorry for your loss
My sincerest condolences to Merv and family.
Nancy Moffatt
and family
To Merv and family .I am so sorry to hear about the passing of dear Cathy . I have many fond memories of the fun times and laughs together working at Bolton Florist with Cathy many years ago.
Sincerely Marilyn (Belcher ) Smith
Dear Merv and family: My sincere condolences on the passing of Cathy. She really fought a hard battle. I have so many great memories of her……….. working together, playing and socializing. What a talented lady…so creative. She will; be missed by so many of us.
To our best of friends, Bruce and Julie, it was heartbreaking to hear of your Mom’s passing. We know that recent times have been very difficult but your strength was upheld by the best memories you have of your Mom, cherish those memories for ever.
Please extend our condolences to Brad, your dad Merv, Laura & Ken and Family, Holly and to all who will miss your Mom, an especially nice Lady
Sincerely Barb & Larry King
Merv, Laura, Bruce, Holly and families,
Our sincere condolences to you on the loss of Cathy. She was such a lovely, kind and gentle person.
We fondly remember her visit with us in Mexico and the fun times working together at Bolton Florist.
She has touch many hearts throughout her life and greatly admired for her great strength through her long
battle with cancer. May she now rest in peace and be forever loved and cherished by you, her loving family.
The passing of a beautiful, gracious and kind friend is hard to understand, but all the beautiful memories of her will remain forever in your hearts, God bless
The loss of such a beautiful courageous lady is such a terrible loss, but the memories will help keep her alive in your hearts. What a lovely picture that is posted. God bless, Merv, she is no longer suffering.
Dearest Laura, Bruce, Holly and Merv. Plus all your lovely families.
We are saddened for your loss. Cathy will be in peace now. Treasure the happy memories and Cathy’s beautiful smile and laughter. Our thoughts are with you all. Sending love and God’s blessings. XXXX
Brian and I (Carol) send our heart felt sadness for the loss of an amazing woman sending love to Merv and his family
God Speed Cathy
Love Brian and CAROL
Sincere condolences to Merv and family on Cathy’s passing. Cathy was a long time treasured volunteer member of Homecraft at Bolton Fall Fair. One particular memory comes to mind- of her expertise in arranging the flowers around a rose arbour for the historical wedding display. We remember her dedication fondly, and miss her.
May Cathy rest in peace after her long illness.
The Homecraft Division of Bolton Fall Fair
Merv, and family.
Thinking of you with sympathy, and hoping you find comfort in you special memories of Cathy.
Laura and Family
My sincerest condolences to you and your family. Thinking of you during this difficult time. Hold onto all the good times you had with your mom and keep her beautiful smile in your heart.
Dear Merv and Family
So very sorry to hear of your loss. Cathy was truly a wonderful woman. We enjoyed our times at the trailer and get togethers at Martha Cres. You were both such dear friends to Mum and Dad. We will never forget both of your love and loyalty when Mum got sick. We will hold those memories in our hearts. Rest in peace to a beautiful soul.
Jacky, Val and Geoff Simpson
My deepest sympathy to all the family.
My deepest sympathy to all the family
Our condolences to Merv and family
Joe and Ann Phillips
Laura and Ken,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and you family during this difficult time. May the wonderful memories you shared together always keep her close in your heart and may you find comfort in knowing you have a loving angel up above. God bless her and all of you always!
Hugs and Prayers,
Louise & Robert Donato
My deepest condolences during this difficult time.
So sorry to hear of Cathy’s passing. My families prayers are with the Holman’s
Cathy was a life long friend of my mother. They shared many adventures together. Some can even be re-told. I have no doubt they are sitting in a couple Muskoka chairs with a bottle of wine, watching a sunset. No doubt having a good laugh.
God Speed Cathy.
Bill, Linda, Emily and Sophie Barber
Laura and Family,
Your mother was an amazing lady. I was lucky to have known her. She always had that beautiful smile and sense of humor. Big hug.
Merv and Family
My deepest sympathy to you and your family . May your memories help you in the days ahead.
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Laura and family
My sincere condolences on the loss of your mom
She sure did fight a hard battle for a long time to stay with you all.
May she Rest In Peace
God Bless
Friend and Neighbour