Brian Alan Holdt was born on December 19, 1967 in Harper, Kansas to Lanny Raymond and Carolyn Ann (Barnes) Holdt.  The youngest of three boys, Brian grew up in Harper.  This is where he went to school, graduating from Chaparral High School with the class of 1986.  Brian went on to attend Wyoming Tech, where he obtained his Automotive Tech Certification.

Working for KDOT for several years out of the Medicine Lodge sub-area, Brian worked highway maintenance and was an equipment operator specialist.  He was also a self-employed general contractor.

Blessed with two daughters, Lanni Jo and Samantha, being a father was important to Brian.  He was dedicated to caring for these two girls and loved them very much.  The three of them spent time fishing, hunting, shooting, and trapping.  Brian loved riding his motorcycle and shared that with his girls as they enjoyed riding on the back.  A few years ago, Brian and his girls were baptized at the Harper United Methodist Church.  Appreciating nature, Brian was an avid outdoorsman.

On August 26, 2020, at the age of 52 years, 8 months, and 7 days, Brian passed away at his home in Harper after a long battle with his health.  Preceding Brian in death are his parents, Lanny and Carolyn Holdt; grandfather, Chester Barnes; brother, Robert Holdt; and aunt, Cheryl Ward.  He is survived by his daughters, Lanni Jo and Samantha Holdt; brother, Dennis Holdt and his wife, Shana of Harper; grandmother, Maxine Barnes of Harper; aunts and uncles: Marilyn (Dennis) Albright, George (Debbie) Barnes, and Fred (Charlotte) Barnes; nephew: Derek (Emily) Holdt and their children, Ryan and Micah; niece, Jessica Holdt; sister-in-law, Ronda Holdt; other relatives and many friends.

Visitation is from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 Sunday at the funeral home.  Please wear protective face covering if able to do so.

Funeral service is 10:00 a.m. Monday, August 31, 2020 at Prairie Rose Funeral Home, Harper with Roy Jacobs officiating.  Interment will follow at Harper Cemetery.  Please wear protective face covering if able to do so.  Service will be live streamed on our Facebook page.  www.facebook.com/prairierosefuneralhomes

The family is starting a fund for Brian's girls.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Lanni & Samantha Holdt Education Fund and can be sent in care of the funeral home.  Prairie Rose Funeral Homes, 613 W 14th ~ Harper, Kansas 67058.  www.prairierosefuneralhomes.com