Naples/Honeoye: March 10, 2016 at age 45 years. Survived by his sons; Mikey Holton, Cory Holton, and Tyler Holton; his parents, Michael Sr. and Nancy Holton of Hardy, VA; sister Susan Holton (Wendy Rodwell) of Honeoye Falls, and lifelong friend and brother Lloyd Trexler III. Also survived by his Aunts Cathy VerSluis and Geraldine Deming, many cousins, friends, and two amazing cats Spanky & Pamela.
Mike was a beloved father, son, and brother. He was a coach for many years with the Naples Babe Ruth Baseball, and a dedicated employee at Carestream Health in Rochester, NY.
Friends may call on Tuesday, March 15th, from 4-6pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 8624 Main Street, Honeoye, where services will follow calling at 6pm. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Naples Babe Ruth Baseball, C/O Amy Hulbert, 6303 West Hollow Road, Naples, NY 14512. To send a condolence please visit:
www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
I worked with Mike for many years, and he was such a pleasure to interact with. He happily helped our Service Engineering group whenever there were issues with warehouse stock. When he said “We’ll get it done.”, it got done!
My heartfelt condolences to his family and friends…he will be missed.
Dear Nancy and Mike,
Words fail me but know that we pray for peace for you, may you look back at the loving memories and hold them in your heart.
With deepest sympathy and love to you,
Vince and Betty
We were sorry to read about Mike’s passing. Our prayers go out to all of you. Mitch and Carol Poklinkowski
To the whole Holton family, my deepest sympathies and prayers are with you. Mike was one the happiest guys I remember from high school. In reading all the notes made from people who knew him later in his life, it seems he hadn’t changed. Cherish those memories and remember he was a wonderful, much loved man. RIP Mike.
The following is a moment in time, 25 years ago, with Mike Holton…
“Mike, is one of your Mom’s cats blind in one eye?”. “What?”. “Is your cat blind in one eye?”. “What?”. “IS YOUR CAT BLIND IN ONE EYE?”. “No, but I’m deaf in one ear.”
I’ll never forget that moment, or the man who made me laugh so hard I had an asthma attack.
I just want to say how very sorry I am to hear about Mike’s sudden passing. I enjoyed working with him and had many awesome conversations with him about our families and his Dad, who I worked with at Kodak for many years. I will miss him very much. He was an awesome guy and co worker and he will be missed! Mike Sr. – I just wanted to let you know how much I enjoyed working with your son! He carried on your legacy. Take care and I’m sorry for your loss.
Mike was part of our Kodak family. He will be missed, my heart goes out to the family. Rest in peace with the Lord.
To all that loved Mike my thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.. good bless the family and close friends. To the boys I love and miss you all. ..I’m praying we can all rejoice in Mike’s life and the happy times each and every on of us shard with him.
I’m so sorry for your loss of Mike , Mike was a co worker at CARESTREAM. He was always a sweetie to me and was a funny nice guy. I’ll miss seeing him at work. He was well liked by all. May ur memories ease your grief in coming months . 🙁
To the Holton Family and those Mike loved,
Such a sad and difficult time for you. Our sympathies are extended to all of you. Cherish the memories and celebrate that he was a part of your life. Watching him play soccer, basketball or baseball was such a joy. He brought so many laughs and great memories to so many. RIP Mike
Condolences to the Holton Family on the passing of Mike, I remember your Family from when you lived in Macedon many years ago.
Our deepest Sympathies to Mike, Nancy, Mikey, Cory, Tyler and family,
Our hearts go out to all of you!! We will miss Mike, he was a great guy to all of the boys he coached and we will miss his sense of humor and his good personality.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you!!
Sincerely Brent, Lori, Tyler & Nicky Phillips
Sue and family I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Dear Mike, Nancy, Sue, Mikey, Cory, Tyler & Family,
We are so saddened by the news of Mike’s passing. It’s so hard to believe he is not with us anymore & are hearts are aching for all of you. You are in our thoughts & prayers at this time; wishing you love & hoping for peace & solace. Barb, Bobby & Austin Ashmead
To the Holton Family
I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. I am sending thoughts and prayers to your entire family.
Didn’t get a chance to know Mike as a adult. But if he was the same as he was as a teenager. It must have been great. I spent plenty times at the Holton house. Both east lake rd and Candice . Hanging with his sister Sue and my long time friend Jim. He was very funny. My heart and prayers go out to the family and friends. Rest with the angels Mike.
“Grief is the last act of love we have to give to those we love. Where there is deep grief, there is great love.” We know that nothing that is loved is ever lost. No one who has touched a heart is ever truly gone as the beauty they brought to this earth, lingers in every memory shared with you. Thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Hugs…. Tracy
As one of just many kids who were coached by Mr. Holton in Naples Babe Ruth Baseball, I’ll forever be grateful for his service to the community and his personal mentorship as a coach. I have countless fond memories of Mr. Holton from growing up, both on the field and off. His passing is a reminder of the importance to always cherish such memories and never stop making new ones with the loved ones in your life..
My best wishes and condolences go out to Mikey, Cory, Tyler, and the rest of his loved ones.
RIP Mike.
A great person with a sparkle for life and a positive outlook toward what ever was next. Best wishes to all Mikes family and friends.
Liked I texted you last week, your my buddy my pal my friend and I’ll love you right up to the end and wherever you go I want you to know your my buddy my pal my friend. (Willie Nelson)
There may be 3 Mike Holtons, but only one had “the ear grabbing” laugh of the original Jr. I will miss the stories the jokes and the laughs, love you!
I’ll never forget the great times we had with Mike hunting deer with the gang.
Mike was a great guy. RIP Mike.
Our prayers are with Mike & Nancy and the rest of the family.
Very sad news to learn of Mike’s passing. I will miss his sense of humor and above all, friendship. RIP Mike.
A good and kind man
Sending heartfelt sympathies to you all!
I was deeply saddened to hear of Mike’s passing. I spent 3 hours a day for two years riding to work with Mike and Pete Goff. It was quit the experience for sure. What one didn’t think of the other did. Our rides were filled with Howard Stern and humor mostly aimed at me. I don’t think I will ever meet another man with the sense of humor that Mike had. Mike was also my go to guy in the warehouse and if you needed anything solved or a part found Mike was the man for the job. RIP Mike!!!!
Sue, Wendy and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Mike’s passing. I pray that his sons and entire family finds comfort in knowing he is not suffering any longer and is now an angel watching over you all. Mike, may you rest in peace.
Sincerely and with love,
Christie Garbin and John Heberle