Howard Allan Holley

Howard Holley, age 83, of Lawrenceville, GA died on October 10, 2021 after a lengthy struggle with Alzheimer’s disease. Howard was born in Pisgah, AL on September 18, 1938 to Paul and Lois (Rains) Holley, both deceased. The family lived primarily in Five Points, La Fayette, and Auburn, AL. Howard graduated from Auburn University in 1960 with B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and a 2nd Lieutenant Commission in the U.S. Army Signal Corps. Following 2 years of active duty at Fort Gordon, GA and 3 years of reserve duty, he resigned with the rank of Captain.

Howard married Carolyn (Cramer) Holley in 1965 and through 56 years of marriage they have 2 adult children and 5 grandchildren. Howard is survived by Carolyn; daughter Cara Montrief of Suwanee, GA; son Travis Holley of Grayson, GA; grandchildren Lauren Holley, Zachary Montrief, Bryant Holley, Nicholas Montrief, and Caitlyn Holley; sisters Judy Holley, Martha Hall, and Debra Henzey; and brother Rodger Holley.

During his 39-year career, he worked in various facets of mechanical design, manufacturing, and hospital engineering. While in hospital engineering, he served as Engineer of the Year (1997) and President (2001) of the Georgia Society of Hospital Engineers. After retiring from full-time work, he continued another 10 years as a consultant in the Atlanta, GA area. He retired fully in 2012.

Howard loved his wife and enjoyed spending time together in their favorite activities. He has always been extremely proud of their grandchildren and their many accomplishments. Howard’s hobbies included woodworking, fishing, hunting, and antique clock restoration. The family has been active in their local church wherever they lived – SC, KY, CA, WI, and GA. Howard was honored to serve as a deacon for a time.

Visitation will be held October 17, 2021 at 2:00pm and the funeral service will follow at 3:00pm.