Brett D. Holaday

Brett D. Holaday, 44, of Forreston died Saturday in his home following an extended illness. He was born December 24, 1969 in Geneva, Illinois the son of Edwin and Doris (DeVries) Holaday. Brett married Rebecca "Becky" Bork August 31, 2002 in Freeport. He was last employed by Walmart Distribution Center, Sterling. He graduated from Byron High School in 1988. He attended Forreston Grove Church. Brett was a avid basketball player and enjoyed following the Green Bay Packers. He also enjoyed collecting toy tractors. Brett was a wonderful, caring husband, father and son. He was very proud of his family. He is survived by his wife and parents. His son, Ethan Holaday and his daughter, Grace Holaday. Two brothers; Alan (Barb) Holaday of Oregon and Chad (Lisa) Holiday of Byron. His sister, Eddy Lynn (Tom) Grove of Mokena, Illinois. He is also survived by aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his grandparents. A funeral service will be held Tuesday, 10:30 A.M. at Forreston Grove Church, Forreston. Rev. Jeremy Cheezum, pastor will officiate. Visitation will be Monday, 3:00-7:00 P.M. at Burke-Tubbs Funeral Home, Forreston. Visitation will also be from 9:30 A.M. until time of service Tuesday at Forreston Grove. A memorial has been established in his name. Burial will be in Forreston Grove Cemetery. Please visit www.burketubbs.com to sign the online guestbook.