Allen Holtz

Holtz - Allen R. J.

After a miraculous journey, lasting years longer than we could have hoped, Allen's death Sunday April 6, 2014 at the age of 63, came too quickly. Allen's wife of 38 years, Judith, children Alexander and Marchael (Ryan Warnock) and grandson, Malcolm are profoundly thankful for his life and his love of life. Predeceased by precious sons Jonathon and Samuel. Sadly missed by father-in-law Robert Simpson (late Isabella) and brother-in-law, John Simpson (Rebeca). Son of the late Louisa Holtz. Brother of Lynndal (Brian Conway), Bryce (Dianne Martel), James (Marianne McGrath) and Dorothy. The family wishes to thank our many friends for their prayers and constant support; our most grateful thanks to Rev. Elaine Beattie for her constant support and the gifts of comfort, hope and strength. Our thanks also to Allen's oncologist, Dr. Scott Laurie and nurse, Sylvie Marchand-Alary, who gave Allen respect, friendship and compassionate care. We thank Sue Moffett, Allen's own special nurse and friend for the past six years with whom we shared much laughter and tears. Thank you to Dr. Ann Fillingham - words cannot express our gratitude for all that you have done for this family in caring for us in order that Allen was able to die at home surrounded with love. Friends may attend a visitation at the Kars Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 1610 Roger Stevens Dr., Kars (East of Hwy 416) on Saturday, April 12th from 2 to 5 p.m. Memorial service will be held at Manotick United Church on Sunday, April 13th at 2 p.m. Those wishing may make memorial donations to the ALS Society (Champlain Region), 1150 Morrison Dr.,Suite 204A, Ottawa, K2H8S9 or to Manotick United Church.