Richard LaVerne Holt, 67, of Cornelia, Wisconsin, died on Sunday, October 22, 2023 at his home. A Celebration of Life will be from 4:00 – 6:00 PM, Saturday, October 28, 2023 at the Melby Funeral Home & Crematory, Platteville, where military rites will be accorded at 6:00 PM. Online condolences can be made at www.melbyfh.com.

Richard was born on September 8, 1956 in Platteville, Wisconsin, son of Arthur and Jean (Shaw) Holt. He graduated from Platteville High School, Class of “74” and served in the Wisconsin National Guard 229th.. Richard worked many years as a self employed carpenter, where he owned and operated Lit'l General Home Improvement Specialists. He really enjoyed Indian spirituality and learning about it, dream catchers and eagles. He liked the outdoors fishing, hunting and riding motorcycles. He especially loved to spend time with his daughters, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and friends.

Richard is survived by two daughters, Tammi (Robbie) Schaver and Michelle Holt; seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; three brothers, Eldon (Lucila Hechanova) Holt, Harry Holt and John Holt; two sisters, Connie (Hollis) Stoltz and Susan (Martin) White. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Melissa Moore and his parents.

Richard Holt

September 08, 1956 - October 22, 2023

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