Jay Holm

Resided in Rapid River, MI
Died July 27, 2024

Jay R. Holm, age 65, of Rapid River, passed away on Saturday, July 27, 2024.

Jay was born on August 21, 1958, in Escanaba, the son of John “Jack” and Lois (Soderstrom) Holm. Jay was raised in Gladstone and graduated from Gladstone High School in the class of ‘76. Jay was a true outdoorsman. He loved hunting, fishing, and trapping. He was a great friend to all, and was always ready to help with anything. He was a member of the Laborers Union and worked construction until his retirement at age 50.

Jay is survived by his mother Lois Holm; siblings Jody (Cathleen) Holm and Jerry Holm; niece Rachel Holm; aunts Beverly (Larry) Williams and Sally Soderstrom; as well as many cousins, and cherished friends.

Jay was preceded in death by his father, John “Jack” Holm; uncles William “Bill” Soderstrom and Gene Holm; and aunt Sandy (Norm) Boutillier.

Family will receive friends on Saturday, August 3, 2024, from 10 AM to 1 PM. Funeral services honoring Jay will begin at 1 PM with Pastor Mike Markwell officiating. A luncheon will follow at the Gladstone American Legion.

17 Tributes for “Jay Holm”

    Jay was a wonderful friend and neighbor. He would do anything to help anyone who knew him. We will miss him in our neighborhood greatly. Prayers for his family. Dave and Marie Roth

    We are so saddened to hear of Jay’s passing. Truly one the good ones, gone WAY too soon! Our love and prayers to you all for strength and comfort during this difficult time.

    I haven’t seen Jay in years, probably since Jim passed away…. He was always so mellow and calm… Sorry to hear this. My thoughts are with your guys..

    Debbie Seger/Holm/LeBlanc

    Very good dart ball player. I enjoyed his enthusiasm. I knew he was a trapper and and a hunter. Didn’t know him for a very long several years, but I consider him a very good person. We will all miss him.

    I graduated with Jay in ’76, we were both starting safeties for the Braves, officially calling ourselves “The Safety Buddies”. Jay has since become one of my brother Victor’s closest friends, and we all will miss him so much. My condolences to the Holm Family, Jay had to leave us far too early. One of the best and nicest people I have ever met.

    What a sad time for all who are his family and dear friends. Jay was such a big and constant part of his Stonington family and to all he shared time and precious memories with. Whether throwing a game of shoes, sitting around the bon fire or on one of many of his adventures, he always had a gentle smile and an ear to listen. He was generous and kind. Enjoyed a laugh or three as well as a beer. Jay became my friend while I lived out in Stonington and was always a part of the gang through many years. I feel blessed to say he was my friend. Many laughs were shared , memories made and drinks were had. There will be a missing piece with him gone that will be only filled with all of our fond memories of him. May you rest in peace, Jay.

    Jay was a wonderful friend…the ultimate outdoors man. I will cherish the many adventures we shared.
    There is a large piece of Stonington just missing.

    Sending our thoughts and prayers to all of Jay’s family, friends and everyone who had the privilege of meeting him Rest In Peace
    Our Deepest Sympathy
    Dennis,Mary and Kyle Eastman

    So sad to hear of Jay’s passing he was always such a kind and good guy.
    My sympathy to his family may he Rest in Peace.

    We did not know Jay personally but we did know his brother and wife, Jody and Cathy Holm. We are sending our sympathies and prayers to the Holm’s family. Kirk and Michele Alexander.

    Jay, my new friend – you will be missed by all. I met you several years ago while visiting my brother Bill and his wife Mary. We drank beer together numerous times and recently fished together, trolling for perch on Little Bay! Also fished for eyes, a passion of yours that you were a master at.
    I loved hearing your stories, of which there were many! It is with great sadness that I say “farewell my friend”. I look forward to fishing with you again ! Thanks for your friendship and the memories. Farewell my friend! ⛳️

    Jay was a great friend.I was fortunate to spend countless hours hunting fishing and golfing etc… with Jay..He is sadly missed .My prayers go out to the Holm family

    I often asked Jay “when do you sleep”? It seems he was always on his way to help somebody and then help someone else. I know I’m better for the time we had and so are the people he helped. God bless you Jay. You are a great friend.
    Terry and Cindy

    Jay was a close friend to my late husband Bob . After the Bob’s death he was generous with his expertise and time helping me put it a cement patio and a roof on the house. Hope your having a good time with Bob now. <3 you will be sorely missed here .

    I hunted many years with Jay. He was great to have in our group. He truly loved the outdoors. He was always willing to help pack out an animal or whatever needed to be done to in order to help. We are going to truly miss his friendship and comradery. He truly was a great guy, willing to help anyone, with anything. Rest easy my friend. I know you probably already have a couple bucks down.

    There are not enough words to get across what a friend Jay was to so many people. He will be so sorely missed in Stonington.

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