Viola Holt Obituary
Viola Holt (Branson, Missouri) passed away on August 16, 2026. Viola, born on September 11, 1934 in Gainesville, Missouri, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Viola Holt to show support.
Viola will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Viola will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Viola’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.
She was predeceased by: her fathers, Elijah L. Strong and Louie Elizabeth Strong (Latham); her husband Joseph T. Holt; and her brother Kella A. Strong. She is survived by: her children, Jolene Braden of Taneyville and William E. Holt of Joplin; her sister-in-law Ila Strong Pliler (Anderson); her granddaughter Tyla Payne; and her great grandchild Elijah Payne. She is also survived by extended family including several nieces and nephews.
