Herschel Eugene Holbrook Obituary
In loving memory of Herschel Eugene Holbrook of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, who departed this world on January 31, 2025 at the age of 76. Herschel leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Herschel Eugene Holbrook to pay them a last tribute.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Herschel had on those he encountered along his journey. Though Herschel may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Harry Herschel and Audrey Holbrook (Wilson); his sisters, Phyllis Massmann and Mary Farmer; and his son Brian Eugene Holbrook.
He is survived by: his wife Barbara Baggett; his daughters, Shannon Penrod (Dan) and Autumn Lane (Keith); and his sister Serena Gower (Rickey). He is also survived by ten grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; along with numerous nieces, nephews, extended family.
Visitation was held on Friday, February 7th 2025 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at the Cotrell Willow Ridge Funeral and Cremation Services (1100 Iron Bridge Rd, Poplar Bluff, MO 63901). A funeral service was held on Friday, February 7th 2025 at 1:00 PM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
