Richard C. Holden, 89 of Bellefontaine passed away Tuesday, January 9, 2018 at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus.

Richard was born on December 13, 1928 in Fostoria, OH to the late John "Charlie" C. and Irene (Hunt) Holden. On December 3, 1949 he married Valorie Ellen Jones in Fostoria, OH.

Richard retired from the United States Airforce after 20 years of dedicated service to his county. During his time in the Airforce he served overseas in the Korean Conflict. Richard and his wife Valorie later were the owners/operators of Isle of Pines Resort in Minnesota where they enjoyed spending most of their time. He also enjoyed many years of company with his "best buddy" Charlie, his beloved beagle. Richard was a loving, husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother and friend. He will be deeply missed by all.

He is survived by his children, Dara (Dave) Wren, Rick (Karen) Holden and Robert "Bob" (Ann) Holden; grandchildren, Christy (Al) Couch, Jillyn (Shane) Meyer, Tom Holden, Jim Holden, Lauren (Brian) Ratliff and Lynn Holden; great grandchildren, Mikaela Couch, Gabby Couch, Alex Couch, Madison Williams, Brooke Holden and Cameron Ratliff; brother, Ron (Mavis) Holden; sisters, Doris Richendollar and Betty Bella; many nieces and nephews; a close family friend, Camilla Aukerman.

He is preceeded in death by his wife, Valorie Ellen Holden; Parents; brothers, Robert "Bob" (Hazel) Holden, John "Jack" (Maxine) Holden; sister, Janet (Archie) Waltermeyer; brother-in-laws, Rollin Richendollar and Walter Bella.

A funeral service will be held Sunday, January 14, 2018 at 4:00 p.m. at Jennings Farley & Seeley Funeral Home & Crematory. Visitation will be held Sunday from 2:00 p.m. until time of service. Burial will be in Highland Memorial Cemetery at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of the donor's choice.