Roger O. Holt Jr.

1964 – 2018

POLAND – Roger O. Holt Jr., “Punk”, 54, of Poland died unexpectedly at his home on Saturday, Nov.10, 2018. He was born in Norway on Sept. 24, 1964, the son of Roger Sr. and Betty (Hanscom) Holt. Roger attended Poland schools. He was a skilled mechanic and a jack of all trades. He could do a little of everything and was always there to help. Roger enjoyed his time at the casino with his friend Barbra and listening to old country, especially Dwight Yoakum. More than anything, Roger enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He always made sure they knew how much he loved them. Roger was predeceased by his father; and both sets of grandparents. He is survived by his mother of Poland; his sisters, Jane Barnaby of Minot, Cindy Rowe and husband Robert of Poland and Diane Richards and husband Bruce of Hartford; his brother, Bill Holt of Poland; three nephews, Randy Rowe, Sean Barnaby and Kyle Stetson; five nieces, Brandi Rowe, Anna Richards, Jessica Herrick, Tracy Barnaby and Brittany Richards “Boop”, who was also his best friend; 18 great-nieces and nephews; one great-great-niece; and his very special extended family, Rhianna and Hunter.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Dec. 1 at 10 a.m. at Chandler Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, 26 W. Dwinal St., Mechanic Falls. Interment will be in the spring at Pine Grove Cemetery in Poland.

In lieu of flowers the family asks that you make donations to:

The Dempsey Cancer Center

29 Lowell St., Ste. 5

Lewiston, ME 04240


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