Joseph H Holdman

May 28, 1945 - August 1, 2018

Joseph H. Holdman, 73, passed away after a brave battle with his sickness. Wednesday, August 1, 2018, at his home in Kankakee Illinois. Joseph was born May 28, 1945, in Pulaski County to the late Mary Margett and Johnny Holdman. He was also preceded in death by his loving wife Joyce; brother Albert Holdman; son John Keeler. He is survived by his son Mark Holdman and wife Melissa; son Joe Holdman and wife Tammy; daughter Becky Shabazz and wife Brandi; daughter Roseanne McCune and husband Reginald; daughter Kimberly Keeler; daughter Tabitha Haverstick; son David Keeler and wife; sister Mary Jane Cobb and husband Harlem; brother Billy Holdman and wife Debbie; brother Lloyd Holdman and wife Judy; brother Patrick Holdman and Linda; sister-in-law Katherine Holdman; seventeen grandchildren and an abundance of great-grandchildren. He was a family-oriented man and an extraordinary man. For many years he worked for Hubly’s Towing and was always one of the first on the scene of any semi-truck accident. There are many in the community who will deeply mourn his passing as he was a caring man who did more for others than himself. He will forever be remembered as a loving husband, father, brother and grandfather. The family will receive friends Friday, August 3 from 4-6pm for a viewing and services 6-7pm at Manteno Church of God, 126 E 1st St, Manteno, IL 60950. Burial will be the next day Saturday, August 4 at 11am at Mound Grove Cemetery. Jensen Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. Please go to www.jensenfuneralhome.com to sign Joe's guestbook.