William Kenneth Holden, age 81, of Florence, passed away November 15, 2021. Visitation will be Friday, November 19, from noon until 2:00 p.m. at Killen Church of Christ. The service will follow at 2:00 p.m. in the church with Brother Stan Dean officiating. Burial will be at Barkley Cemetery.
Kenneth was preceded in death by his parents Arlow and Thedry Holden, and brother, Harlon Holden.
Survivors include his loving wife of 62 years, Glenda Kelly Holden; daughters, Rhonda Lard (Jeff) and Machelle Holden Bevis (Chris); grandchildren, Alan Lard, Ashley Gist, Fallyn Bevis, Zane Bevis, and Tyler Lard; great-grandchildren, Brieann Lard, Peyton Gist, Paxton Gist and Ezra Lard, great grandchild on the way Preslyn Gist; and brothers, Aaron Holden, Gailon Holden and Barry Holden .
Kenneth was a member of Killen Church of Christ. He enjoyed tinkering with classic cars. His first love, however, was spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren, who were the light of his life.
Pallbearers will be Zane Bevis, Alan Lard, Tyler Lard, Chris Smith, Jeremy Gist and Chris Bevis.