Harold Dean Holcombe

November 12, 1936 - April 25, 2022

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Woodlawn Memorial Park

1 Pine Knoll Dr.

Greenville, SC 29609

Thursday 4/28, 10:30 am - 11:00 am

Harold Dean Holcombe, 85, devoted husband of 64 years to Gladys Holcombe, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, April 25, 2022.

Born in Greenville, South Carolina, he was the son of the late Walter and Susie Holcombe. Harold was a United States Navy Veteran where he served on the U.S.S. Hector AR-7 repair ship.

Harold was a world-class Taxidermist, mounting a wide variety of trophies including African game. Some of his mounts are featured in Roper Mountain Science Center, Clemson Department of Natural Resources, and Heritage Education Trailers.

Harold had an intimate relationship with Jesus and was a strong man of God. He was always an inspiration for anyone who met him, and knew the value and power of prayer.

In addition to his loving wife, he is survived by his children, Roxann Hopkins (Henry), Letitia Holcombe; grandchildren Jason Beheler (Cat), Keith Campbell; his sisters Norma Hendricks (Dan), Shelby Ross and numerous other loving family and friends.

In addition to his parents, Harold was preceded in death by his brother Furman Holcombe, and sister Better Crumley.

A graveside service will be held Thursday, April 28, at 10:30 a.m. at Woodlawn Memorial Park and officiated by Pastor Tim Yale.

Memorials may be made to: Pelham Road Christian Fellowship, P.O. Box 25881 Greenville, South Carolina 29616.

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Woodlawn Memorial Park

1 Pine Knoll Dr.

Greenville, SC 29609

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Thursday 4/28, 10:30 am - 11:00 am

Harold Dean Holcombe, 85, devoted husband of 64 years to Gladys Holcombe, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, April 25, 2022. Born in Greenville, South Carolina, he was the son of the late Walter and Susie Holcombe. Harold was a United States Navy Veteran where he served on the U.S.S. HectorContinue Reading

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Rest In Peace Harold. A true gentleman and a leader for Christ. Harold did some mounts for me and I’ll cherish my memories in his little museum of a workshop! He gave my little daughter a bear claw too. They don’t come finer than Harold. Blessings and comfort to his family.

Unable to attend Harold’s graveside service due to Covid, I wanted to let Harold’s family know that I considered Harold a dear friend. Our association started back in the mid- 70s when I met Harold through Gene Sheek. I managed property in Allendale county and was happy to have Harold come down to hunt. We became fast friends and remained so even after I stopped managing the property after it’s sale. Harold will be missed but we will see one another again. Each time I see the beautiful turkey mount on my wall, I think of Harold. Blessings to you all

Harold had a great sense of humor, was kind, and generous! He will be greatly missed but his taxidermy skills live on with the deer my husband shot in Canada and our daughter affectionately named "Jimmy the deer". Lots of love to the entire Holcombe family, and may you find comfort and peace in dealing with your loss in the days ahead.

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