Don Holden, 67

Donald A. Holden, age 67, of Constantine, passed away Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at his home.  He was born September 13, 1957 in Three Rivers, a son of Clarence and Anna (Mercer) Holden.  Don graduated from Three Rivers High School in 1975. He worked  for Chenoweth Roofing in Three Rivers, and at Days Molding. He later retired as a  truck driver, working for American Metal Fab in Three Rivers and TTS Trucking in White Pigeon.

Don was a member of the American Legion Post #223 S.A.L. in Constantine, where he  volunteered many hours working Bingo and the Sunday breakfasts as well as many long weekends with the boat racers during the summer. He was also a member of the St. Joe Valley Old Engine Club. He was a member of  Boy Scout Troop #410 for over 20 years, where he served as  Scout Master, helping develop 17 Eagle Scouts, including his two sons. Don also enjoyed racing and wrenching with his sons.

Surviving Don are his wife Penny Holden, Constantine; sons Shawn Holden, Constantine and Matthew (Katelyn) Holden, Sturgis, grandchildren Nolan, Braxton, Dylan, Miley and MaKenna; brothers Douglas (Rebecca) Holden, Kalamazoo, Jeffrey (Sherrie) Holden, Three Rivers, many nieces and nephews and his beloved dogs Izzy and Rusty. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister Judith Holtz; and niece Ruth Nicholls-Bernyk.

Cremation has taken place. Relatives and friends will be received  at the American Legion Arthur E. Stears Post #223 on Saturday, March 29, 2025 from 4 to 5 PM, with a Celebration of Life – Sharing time to begin at 5:00. A dinner will follow the Celebration.  In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be directed to the American Legion Post #223. Sign Dons guest book and leave a message for the family at www.eleyfuneralhomes.com.