Fred Holsonbake

Fred Richard Holsonbake, born April 17th 1923 to William and Georgia Holsonbake of Oklahoma. He was called home to his Lord and Savior April 22nd 2023. Fred was the seventh of eleven children, having nine brothers and one sister. They worked the family farm, eventually moving to Texas and then California in search of prosperity. At the age of 17 Fred enlisted in the U.S Army. He was a survivor of D-Day, landing on Omaha Beach during the second wave. He was awarded the Purple Heart and Bronze Star Medals. After WWII Fred came back to California where he worked as an autobody man at his brother’s dealership. Fred eventually had a successful career as an insurance adjuster for many years. He was married to his wife Marion for 65 years. They enjoyed traveling the country, and after retirement, settled in East Wenatchee. They were blessed with years of fellowship attending the Eastmont Baptist Church. Fred was preceded in death by his parents and all but one sibling; his wife, Marion Holsonbake; two sons, Regis D’Emidio (Buddy) and Fred Holsonbake (Freddy); daughter, Tina Sikes. He is survived by his wonderful brother, Seldon Holsonbake; his beautiful daughter, Lynda Mullins and her daughter, Lisa Runion; as well as many grandchildren; great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. We would like to express a special heart filled thank you to so many people, including Fred’s neighbors Nita and Rick for all your help with Grandma and Grandad over the years. His two great friends Barry Keller and Bruce Brown, to Pastor Don Azevedo for the years of fellowship and prayer, to Chaplain John Defreeze, to Brett Huerl and everyone with Hospice for the years of care and support. Thank you also to those of you who visited as he was called to his Heavenly home. A private memorial will be held at a later date for the family. Arrangements by Chapel of the Valley, East Wenatchee.

Fred Holsonbake

April 17, 1923 - April 22, 2023