Reba Dee Holder

of Lake Jackson, TX

July 29, 1931 - May 23, 2020


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Our beautiful Mother, Reba Dee Bulin Holder passed away peacefully at her home in Lake Jackson, Texas on May 23, 2020. Reba was born July 29, 1931 in Freestone, Texas to Emily and Andy Bulin. In 1942 Andy moved his family to Freeport, Texas to pursue work at DowChemical. Reba continued to live in the area until her passing, with many of her years spent living and enjoying life on the bayou. Her greatest joy in her later years was visiting with her grandchildren and watching her great grandchildren play.She is preceded in death by her parents, Emily and Andy Bulin; sisters, Maurice Bulin, Doreen Bulin Barger, Martha Bulin Denney; and her brother, Tracy Bulin. She is also preceded in death by her late husband, Glenn Thomason, whom she was married to for many years; and their son, Craig Thomason. In 1998, while attending her high school reunion (class of 1948) she was reunited with a classmate, Fred Holder and they were eventually married until his passing in 2017. Reba is survived by her three daughters, Debbie Harris Deriso (Charles), Rhonda Harris Fojtik, Glenna Thomason Makovy (Roger); and son, Gene Thomason (Cindy). She is also survived by her grandchildren, Leah and Travis Fojtik (Amanda); and their father, Bill Fojtik, Karly and Kyle Makovy, Christy Barnes, Brandon and Dyllyn Parker; and her three great-grandsons, Tre Barnes, Lane Fojtik and Maddox Molina.Pallbears will be Roger Makovy, Bill Fojtik, Charles Deriso, Travis Fojtik, Kyle Makovy and Dyllyn Parker.A life celebration will be held at Lakewood Funeral Home, Saturday May 30, 2020. Unfortunately, due to Covid 19, only family members will be able to attend

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9 Condolence(s)
Brenda Stone
College Station, TX
Sunday, May 31, 2020

So sorry for your loss. I remember Reba as my Aunt Jo Ann's neighbor. She always had great smiles to share, funny stories, and a rich laugh!

Mary Tiffany
Bakersfield, CA
Sunday, May 31, 2020

Aunt Reba, I love you so dearly. You had a big impact on my life. We shall see each other again my eloquent auntie.

Dayna Griffin Dwight
Van Vleck, TX
Saturday, May 30, 2020

Thoughts and prayers.

Linda Dowell
Richwood, TX
Saturday, May 30, 2020

I only have fond memories of Reba. She was someone I looked up to and admired. Always a smile on her face & a great sense of humor. She was a strong woman who put her girls 1st. Also, what a great cook she was. Going to their house when I was little was like going to the Hilton "eggs Benedict". I will miss you sweet lady. Love you. Linda

Kay Carson
Sweeny, TX
Thursday, May 28, 2020

There is magic in a Mother's touch, and sunshine in her smile. There is love in everything she does to make our lives worthwhile. We can find both hope and courage just by looking in her eyes. Her laughter is a source of joy, her works are warm and wise. There is kindness and compassion to be found in her embrace and we see the light of heaven shining from a Mother's face.-- Losing a parent is one of the biggest losses that can be suffered by anyone. God Bless each of you🙏❤️

Angela Fogle
Teague, TX
Wednesday, May 27, 2020

I have many fond memories of Aunt Reba,but the one that sticks out the most is her singing me the 3 lil fishies song on our vacation to Tennessee.

Ray & Vicki Graves
Buffalo, TX
Wednesday, May 27, 2020

Rhonda,Glenna,&Debbie,
We are praying for comfort of the Lord to wrap his arms around each of you. He will guide you through these difficult days ahead. I'm sorry to say we will not be with you at Aunt Reba's service . I loved her more than you know!
Love and hugs to my cousins.

Pam Denton Cutler
Brazoria, TX
Wednesday, May 27, 2020

Aunt Reba,
Thank you for our late night talks. Your advice and input into my life made a very positive difference. I will forever cherish our "after hours" conversations.
I love you to eternity,
Pam

Cynthia Adams Sutton
Leander, TX
Wednesday, May 27, 2020

I want you to know Reba I always loved how she said Cindy (Sydney). Your family has our deepest sympathy.
Cindy,Wesley, David and Laura Sutton