Beloved Local Musician Passes Away; GoFundMe Account Set Up To Help With Expenses

  • Monday, March 24, 2025
Mark "Porkchop" Holder
Mark "Porkchop" Holder
Mark "Porkchop" Holder, a beloved local musician, has died under hospice care at his Dayton home. 

Mr. Holder was known for his expertise on guitar, which he played without a pick, as well as for his talents on harmonica and as a songwriter. 

A GoFundMe account has been started to help his family with funeral expenses.
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