David Holshouser
David Holshouser, 68, of Dalton, Georgia, departed this life Saturday, August 1, 2020 at a local hospital.
He was born Nov. 25, 1951 in Winston Salem, N.C., a son of the late John and Alma Myrtle Holt Holshouser.
David proudly served his country in the United States Marines stationed in Okinowa by way of Camp Lejune. He had an adventurous free spirit. He enjoyed hobbies such as hiking, rock climbing, caving, and hang-gliding. David had a fond appreciation for anything and everything to do with nature and loved being an outdoorsman. He and his wife were always both passionate about rescuing and loving their fur-babies.
He is survived by his wife, Gloria Holshouser of the residence; daughters and sons-in-law, Heather and Brad Hancock of Calhoun, GA, Kim and Jimmy Wheeler of Wiston Salam, NC; stepchildren, Humberto Perez of San Antonio, TX, Fernando Perez of Dalton, GA; Erica and Steve Sinnott of Blue Springs, MO; sister and brother-in-law, Kim and Jorge Quintal of Winton Salam, NC; special aunt, Shirley Saunders; special cousin, Nancy Milholand of Winston Salam, NC; grandchildren, Thaxton Hancock, River Hancock, Jessica Brook Maner, Taylor Dupaquier; four great-grandchildren, and many local and North Carolina family and close friends.
At his request he will be cremated and a memorial service will be announced at a later date.
Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.pondersfuneralhome.com.
Arrangements will be announced by Ponders Melrose Chapel 138 Melrose Drive Dalton, GA 30721, (706) 226-4002.