Kathy Holman
December 31, 1969 - December 31, 1969

"Jerry, Cat and Jason,My thoughts and prayers are with you. I have so many fantastic memories of Kathy and all of you, which I shall continue to cherish. I value having Kathy and Jerry as my friends. Hugs and love to you."

"My heart aches for your loss. Kathy was so gifted, and loving. I loved her openness and freedom, she was one of a kind. Her ability to comfort and guide people was such a blessing, she always made me feel "normal". I am so thankful that I knew her. We will miss her so very much.Amy Lickliter"

"Junior high school is hard, but sometimes you're lucky and you have a teacher that sparks your interest in a subject that can be very difficult. Mrs. Holman was one of those teachers...her love for the students made learning biology (a required course) so much more enjoyable. She may not have inspired me to become a biologist, but she did inspire all her students to do their very best in all their studies. I work in education in southern Indiana and would like to think that she is one of the people who influenced me along the way. She will be missed. P.S. I graduated in 1976. "

"JERRY, CAT AND JASON,KATHY IS NO LONGER HAVING TO STRUGGLE. KNOW YOU ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. DURING THESE TRYING TIMES, MAY YOU SEE THE EYES OF CHRIST IN ALL YOU MEET, AT THE STORE, GETTING GAS WHEREVER YOU ARE. KNOW THAT GOD IS WITH YOU, CARRYING YOU, AND GIVING YOU COMFORT.BLESSINGS,SUSAN FERGUSON, AND EVERYONE ELSE IN OUR HOUSE"

"I am truly sorry for your loss. What a great person. She was one of the most caring people I have ever known. She was simply the best.love bif ward"

"Dr. Holman was the most influential teacher I have ever had. She inspired me to pursue a career in psychology and I am now a psych major at IU Bloomington. She was always very genuine and cared for each and every student. I often saw her out around town and she always made a point to ask about my life and how my family was doing. She will be truly missed and I am so greatful that I was fortunate enough to have her in my life, if only for a short time."

"Dr. Holman was truly one of the most caring people I have ever met. North Central students will never understand what they missed out on by not having her as a psychology teacher. She convinced me to pursue a career in psychology, and I am a psychology major at Indiana University in Bloomington. I have never been happier, and I know it was Dr. Holman who led me to where I am today. She will be missed greatly, and to her family whom I know she cared about dearly (she showed us pictures of you!)--thank you for sharing her with us. No other person can match the impact she had on so many young lives."

"To the Brinkerhoff and Holman Families,You are in my thoughts and prayers. I have such a happy place in my memories for Kathy and all the Brinkerhoffs from St. Lukes to North Central to Purdue and beyond. My love to you all."

"My heart goes out to your family. I was blessed to have had Dr. Holman as a teacher first semester last year. Although I only had her for a short amount of time, Dr. Holman was one of the best teachers I've ever had. She was such an interesting woman, and she always kept the class entertained. Her love for her family, her students, and her work was something I always looked up to her for. She inspired me to be an individual and to follow my dreams. She will certainly be missed. God Bless,Chris Panyard"

"I am terribly sadden by your loss. Dr. Holman was a wonderful educator. She was always so animated. I absolutely loved that her glasses always matched her outfit! I will truly miss her presence. She was the one teacher that inspired me to pursue a career in psychology. And I am ever indebted to her. You all are in my thoughts and prayers."

"Cat and Jason and Dr. Holman,My deepest condolences are with you and your families during this most trying of times. You are in my thoughts and prayers,Joel Johnston"

"I admired Kathy as a person and professional. We worked together on many cases involving adolescents. She was a fabulous person who always held my confidence in serving my referrals. We agreed on our approaches and strategies in working with the youth in our community.Since I took early retirement to take care of my ailing parents, I missed the involvement we had in the past. What a shock to read that we lost such a wonderful woman and community leader.Kathy sure lived life in the spirit of God and was such a positive role model. She certainly lived a life of ministry in serving the needs of others.I hope she did not find suffering at the end of her life. She now is at peace. May my condolences extend throughout her family as each treasures their memories."

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"I am so sorry for your loss. Kathy was such a lovely person with such a caring heart. I had Kathy for my Psychology course at North Central High School. I vividly remember how amazing a teacher, mentor and role model she was. She always bragged about how awesome her husband Jerry was and how much she cherished their relationship..I also remember her talking about Cat and Jason and how much she loved them dearly. I thoroughly enjoyed having her as a role model in high school. I told her I was considering majoring in Psychology at Purdue and she told me to reach for the stars and to endure in anything my heart was for. On behalf of North Central High School, teachers and students, Dr. Holman will be truly missed and we will always remember her kind and loving ways and how she cared so much for her family and friends. She always knew how to make our class laugh when she paused class so she could take time out to answer her daughter's phone calls or when she told us it was necessary to have a diet coke in class. :) Kathy Holman was a great lady with such a passion for life.She will be missed. Abby Hood, 2007 graduate of NC"

"I didn't know Dr. Holman; I knew Kathy Brinkerhoff, and she was one of the best, the very best. I always admired her and will always remember her with a smile. I was blessed to know her.Ginny Walsmith Hart"

"I was fortunate to have Dr. Holman for AP Psychology senior year of high school...she was one of my favorite teachers, so caring and intelligent and funny, and always ready to discuss anything....one day I remember she brought us a whole breakfast for finals, donuts and bagels and fruit...she'd always have hilarious stories or anecdotes...she was such an amazing person with a great spirit, as well as an excellent teacher. I'll miss her."

"Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. "

"Dr. Holman was truly an inspirational teacher and friend in all the lives she touched. I was shocked to hear of her passing, and know she is resting peacefully in heaven with a fridge stocked full of Diet Cokes and a table piled high with good books. From the class parties to the basketball games, Dr. Holman was involved with North Central as much as any other teacher, and she will be missed dearly."

"We will all miss Kathy B. She was truely gifted and blessed to be taken so young. We graduated from NCHS together and really enjoyed reminising at HS reunions. See will be terribly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with all of her family and friends. Kathy"

"To the Brinkerhoff/Holman families:My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Kathy is with God now, but she will remain in our hearts always. My God be with you during these difficult times.My Love to You All,Sarah Bonneau(Daughter of Sue Hisey)"

"Dr. Holman was one of my favorite teachers at North Central and definitely one of the best. I still talk about her to this day and truly loved her. My thoughts and prayers are with your family."

"Jerry, Cat, and Jason:My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. The bottom line is that she was taken too soon from this world. Jerry, I have been looking back through old pictures of my parents with you and Kathy. Wow- you had such amazing times together. I know those memories are special to all of you still. I love that you and my dad are still such great friends too. Life long friends are not common, but it just goes to show what special people you all are. Take care of each other. I hope there is some comfort in knowing that Kathy has moved on to her next adventure- one that doesn't come with the pain that I'm sure she's been living with. All our love from Southern Indiana. Meredith Sisk Alderson"

"Jerry, Cat and Jason.I hope that my prayers too, for you and your families, add additional comfort during your time of sorrow. Kathy truly inspired many of us from NCHS."

"Many times I have thought of Dr. Kathy, which is something that I do not tend to do too much when it comes to teachers I have had in the past, but she was different. I truly loved being in her class. She was always encouraging and open with you. Many times she made you feel like her equal and not and inferior student. Although I was not inspired to go into the Psychology field ( a saw I didn't have the passion that others like, Dr. Kathy , had) I was inspired, to do whatever I was passionate about. To see how much Dr. Kathy enjoyed not only her job but those that she helped and taught, made we realize that no matter what I would end up doing I had to have love doing it. I will forever remember her walking around with no shoes on, her colorful glasses, and her out of the box attitude and look at life. Truly I could go on and on, but I will end saying that Dr. Kathy will forever be missed my many.My thoughts and prayers go out to her family, who we heard about so often. May God Comfort and Keep you all."

" Dr. Kathy as we liked to call her is the single most person that I owe my love of psychology to. I am now a Neuro-science Psychology major at Purdue University, but I was a student at North Central and I was in her AP Psychology course. I learned so much from her, and over the semester became not just a student but a friend. Even during the time of my back surgery senior year, she made the class send me positive energy, and the whole time while at the hospital I was smiling and laughing even though I was about to have a major surgery. Dr. Holman was and is loved by so many people. Her personality touched many and I guarantee that she will never be forgotten. She will not be forgotten especially by every student that she taught over the years as she came in the room everyday with her cup of ice and her diet coke. I can only speak from what I know; she was always there for her students and was always patient and willing sit and talk with anyone about anything. Her spirit always shined, even when she wasn't feeling well, she always had a smile on her face. Her smile, personality, love, and spirit are things that I will cherish for the rest of my life.We love you Dr. Kathy, I know that you are resting in a better place now. "

"Dear Jerry and Daughters:It is obvious that we missed a great experience by not knowing Kathy personally. It is quite obvious Jerry, why you pursued her to be your Mate and we can only imagine how much you will miss her. If there is a blessing with her demise, it is that she know longer is suffering and now rests with her Lord and Savior, Jesus. She waits with anticipation of her family joining her when God decides the time is right.Please accept our condolences on your loss and we pray for His strength to sustain you during this time of grieving.God Bless you all, Tom and Carmen"

"Like many of Dr, Holman's students, I, too, was inspired by her to become a psychology major. Her enthusiam and love of life has also made me consider becoming a teacher. This is a great loss and hopefully her spirit will remain in all of our hearts. Thank you, Dr. Holman, for you words of encouragement, your inspiration, and your laughter. "

"I am soo sorry for your loss, I have known Dr. Holman since I was young. I truly wish you all the best, and my sincere condolences. She will be greatly missed."

"What a VERY special person we have lost . . . I have always admired and loved her since our first meeting in high school. She always had a smile and a warm heart and I know that I am a better person for having known her as a friend. The world is a lesser place without her. My thoughts and prayers are with her family. I will always remember and keep the good times we had together in my heart."

"I am so sorry for your loss and my heart goes out to you. Dr. Holman was an incredible woman who put everyone before herself. She helped and supported everyone through their good and bad times. She encouraged students to do their best in whatever they did and to be themselves no matter what was going on in their lives. She always made me feel loved and supported me in all my theatre endeavors. Everyone loved her and she will be truly missed."

"Firstly, my deepest condolences to the Holman family. I only had Mrs. Holman for one semester. She was my homeroom teacher and I was only there for a few weeks before I switched homerooms. Regardless, she was a great homeroom teacher and I remember talking to her about what her Psychology class was doing and how grading was going. I am currently a junior at North Central and although I never actually took Psychology, I loved her as a teacher nonetheless. She might not remember me because I was there for such a little time, but I certainly remember her. And she will continue to be remembered and missed. I will keep your family in my prayers.Jessica Hill"

"My sincere condolences to you all. I never had Dr. Holman for an academic class, but she was my homeroom teacher. She always remembered me and made me feel valued and intelligent. Even years after she my homeroom teacher, she always said hello. She originally piqued my interest in psychology, though I never took her class. I'm now a psychology minor at my university. My heart goes out to you in your loss.- Brit Prince, NCHS '07 alumna"

"Kathy was such an amazing woman, on many levels. I knew her as a counselor, a friend, a teacher, and a mentor for living life to its fullest. There was immediate energy and enthusiasm in any room when Kathy walked into it. To her husband and family, I want to thank you for the time and energy you allowed Kathy to share with the students and parents at North Central, which clearly was an act of love for her. Her students adored her. I well remember my senior daughter last year commenting that it was wonderful how Dr. Holman treated each student as an adult, responsible for their own work, and educational experience in her class. She treated them as responsible college students, and helped to launch them on that path. This fostered a mutual respect. She expected great things and they delivered with all their might. She was such a gift to their education as a result.As a parent, and professional myself, I appreciate the experience and example she offered my daughter. I can admire Kathy even more for her willingness to juggle her time, and sacrifice appointments from a very successful private practice to come back into the classroom, clearly motivated by things of higher value than money. She has left a lasting impression on so many lives as a result of this gift.She will be greatly missed, and my heart and prayers go out to her family, her friends, and her students. . "

"To everyone in the Family. My heart goes out to you. It was very wonderful that Kathy got to come to Los angeles and visit Jason last month. Know it meant the world to him. Only wish I had that chance to meet Kathy them. I have heard so many beautiful stories of her. With much Love. You are in my thoughts. "

"My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. I knew Mrs. Holman way back in the 70's as she was my Biology teacher, homeroom teacher and study hall teacher back in the Northview and North Central days. She was always one of my favorite teachers and was so great with all her students and was such a great teacher and even better person. I am so sorry for your loss and she will be missed by all of her friends and former students. What a great life she lived! God Bless her!"

"I truly can't put into words how much Dr. Holman means to me. She was one of those people who makes you realize how amazing life can be and how it should never be taken for granted. Every time I spoke with her, she made me feel so much happier and uplifted. I truly cherish every moment I spent with her. She helped me overcome obstacles and, even after, remained a friend in whom I could confide. I'll never forget one day at North Central: I was having a terrible day and was walking through the crowded halls when I saw Dr. Holman. She reached out, in passing, and gave my hand a little squeeze, as if she were telling me, as she always did, to be strong. That's how I will remember her; someone who knew what I was feeling before I even spoke.Dr. Holman was strong and confident and inspired me to be the same. I'll never forget her sense of understanding, her passion, and most of all, her faith. She loved God and found peace in his presence. She was an amazing, inspiring, and caring person whom I was lucky to have known. I will miss her so, so much.My thoughts and prayers are with you."

"I am a graduate of North Central High School and had Dr. Holman for AP Psychology. I will never forget her uncanny ability to inspire passion in even the most unlikely of students. I am so thankful for the time I spent learning from her and for all that she had to offer."

"Jerry,Cat and Jason, I was blessed to have spent time with Kathy..She was very loving and taught me that you can endure suffering through the mercies of God..In our sharing of laughter, prayers and the word of God she became my friend in Christ...I truly miss her and will always remember her...She enriched my life with her life..Remember the God of all comfort (Jesus) is with you...I am praying for your strength in the LORD...He truly is the rock of your strength and your refuge.."Cast all your cares upon him, because he cares for you.""

"There are certain people that you meet in life who, no matter how long you know them, influence you. Dr. Holman was my AP Psych teacher my senior year and certain one person who has influenced me in my life. I am currently a freshman at Indiana University and majoring in psychology and I cannot say that having Dr. Holman had no influence in that decision. She was just an amazing person/teacher/mother/mentor. I know of no NC student who can say anything but positive things about her. Our hearts go out to her family and we hope they understand how truly inspiring she was. God Bless,Chris Kleckner"

"I was blessed to have known Kathy for several years not only as a professional but as a friend. She taught me new ways to enjoy life and to never underestimate the power of taking a drive alone to clear my mind as she always did. She never hid her feelings about the importance of God, family and friends, and finding beauty in the world. I can only believe that her impact on this world will carry on for years to come. I will miss her advice but I will not soon forget her kind-hearted character and her simple, yet free-spirited approach to life."

"At the rising of the sun and at it's going down, We remember them.At the blowing of the wind and in the chill of Winter, We remember them.At the opening of buds and in the rebirth of Spring, We remember them.At the blueness of the skies and in the warmth of Summer. We remember them.At the rustling of leaves and the beauty of Autumn, We remember them.At the beginning of the year and when it ends, We remember them.As long as we live, they too will live;for they are now a part of us, We remember them.When we are weary and in need of strength, We remember them.When we are lost and sick at heart, We remember them.When we have joys we yearn to share, We remember them.When we have decisions that are difficult to make, We remember them.When we have achievements that are based on theirs, We remember them.As long as we live, they too shall live,for they are a part of us, as we remember them.LOVE"

"I have been in school for 15 years and can say with no hesitancy that Dr. Holman cared about her students more than any educator I have ever met. She listened to everything I had to say (whether it was meaningful or not, in or out of class), and I believe she actually respected my opinions. Dr. Holman went out of her way to make young people like me feel good about themselves which is one of the many reasons she was such a special person. She will always be in my heart. "

"It was my pleasure having the opportunity to have had Dr. Holman as a teacher. She inspired so many people in so many ways including myself. She brought out things in students that they could not find on their own. Her class was always one that I looked forward to. I had fun talking to her about Counterpoints, which I know she enjoyed so much....she had such a loving and genuine personality which will truly be missed by many including myself. I am deeply sorry for the loss of her. My thoughts and prayers are with her family. "

"Dr. Holman was my teacher at North Central High School, but she was more than just a teacher to me. She was a huge influential person in my life. I was taking her class during some really hard times in my life. With her and the help of some very close friends I was able to get out of that hard time and enroll into college majoring in psychology, which is something that I never thought I would do. I never got the chance to go back and tell her what an impact she had on my life. I want to send my gratitude to her family and to everyone that knew her. She was a great person who will be truly missed. "

"Dear Jerry, Cat and JasonI know Kathy is looking down on you embracing you with her love. My life is forever blessed having had her in my life. May God continue to watch over each of you in the days and years ahead. Sylvia Lane"

"27 years ago, Kathy was my biology teacher, the first year she went back to teaching after having Cat & Jason. She told me many times "

"Dr. Holman meant a lot to so many different people...She had a way of touching each and every one of our lives. There's no question she made a huge impact on those she was surrounded with. She was so encouraging, and enjoyed living each day to the fullest. I had Dr. Holman for class and it was definitely one of my favorites. She loved to share unique stories and didn't treat us like students but adults.She is in a better place now, but will certainly be missed."

"Dearest Jason, Cat, Jerry -My heart and thoughts are with you during this difficult time. I am so very sorry for your loss. Your mom, wife was such a beautiful person. She was always a true inspiration to me with her wisdom and kindness. Kathy inspired me to go into the field of Social Work and Psychology and has always been a light in my life. Wishing you peace and love during this time.With love,Jessica (Stein) Colvin"

"Jerry, Cat and Jason,Kathy was one of the most impressive women we've evermet. Strong, loving, transparent...and oh so healthy in heart, mind and spirit. Rich and I didn't get to spend as much time with her as we would have liked, but the timewe had was terrific. Lots of laughs and shared insights. We value wise loving people...they are spiritual gifts. Kathy was a gift to us. We miss her.Love to you,Debby and Rich"

"Jerry, Cat and Jason, Difficult to put into words how much Kathy's spirit and "Love of Life" means to me and all that knew her. Even though life does go on, Kathy will never be forgotten. God must have needed some help in heaven. God Bless!"

"I had Kathy Holman for biology at Northview Middle School back in 1970 and she was one of those teachers you just never forget. I struggled with the class and she was always very encouraging. She was beautiful from the inside - out and a very unique person. Blessings to all of her loved ones at this difficult time.Vicki "Settle" Scott - NCHS Class of 1975"

"What sadness to hear of her passing. Our friendship began at North Central H.S. (class 1964). The times in St Lukes Methodist Church youth program as teenagers. She was the one to make all of our class reunions memorable. When out and we would run into each other she always acknowledged me by name and that smile.To the Family my sincere condolence. "

"Although my time as a student with Dr. Holman was brief, I have only fond memories of her classroom. Her warmth and kindness, along with her spunk, helped make learning enjoyable. I am deeply saddened by your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with your family. Dr. Holman was not only a wonderful educator but an even more amazing woman. I will never forget her passion for life and her intelligence, and I hope to find even a fraction of the strength she possessed in my own lifetime. Even though she will be missed, Dr. Holman will continue to serve as an inspiration to many. "

"Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time of mourning. If we can be of any help, please let us know. "

"Cat, Jason and Dr. Holman, I know it's been said before, but you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Kristen"

"Kathy was a dear friend and a confidant, she was one of the most caring people I've had the pleasure of knowing. She held a measure of unconditional love and optimism not often seen. I will miss her dearly. She used to say the waves won't stop coming but you can learn to surf. Somewhere along the line I think I finally figured out just what she meant. She will be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to you; Jerry, Cat and Jason. Your wfie/mother was amazing and the way she spoke about you left me with beautiful impressions of the people you are and the person she was."

"Burt and Winnie Brinkerhoff,I was your neighbor and went to school with Kay and Kathy. Kay and I were very good friends during our school years at Westlane and North Central. I am so sorry for your loss. Kathy was the older sister and I remember her as being very smart and very sweet. I did not see Kay's name in the obituary that my mother, Ginny Blythe mailed to me. If possible, please send Kay my condolences. Blessings to you and your family."

"Dr. Hollman was by far the most memorable teacher I had at probably any level. She actually cared about her students and made you want to go to her class. Of all the teachers at North Central, she was definitely the most approachable and the only one I felt comfortable talking about personal issues with. I'll never forget one day in class when she turned the lights off and had us all meditate. It was a really cool moment and showed how she was so different from other teachers. She will be missed greatly.Yale Reardon"

"Mr & Mrs Brinkerhoff,My deepest sympathies for your loss. After having read the condolences submitted by a lifetime of friends and students of Kathy's, I feel as if I missed a very special person in the road of life's travels. I was very fortunate to have known her during her 1st years at Ball State whenever she would come home to visit, as I was often a guest in your home during those years. May the Lord comfort you in your time of grief.Glenn Roberts NCHS-66"

"Jerry,I just found out about Kathy. I will always cherish my memories of Kathy at Ball State University. She always gave me such good advice and became a special friend. I will never forget the year she lived across the hall from me at BSU. Kathy, Laura, and I had such good times. Through Kathy, I also got to know you, and I always thought what a "special" couple both of you were together. You guys were the greatest! Kathy is one of the reason that I also went into teaching. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Jason, and Cat. "

"It is too difficult to sum up in words how much you helped me through my hard times. After a long time of searching for the right psychologist, I fell in love with you immediately. I looked forward to our appointments every week and could tell you any and everything. Even after our appointments ended and I headed off to college, you were still my friend and made time for me. There are no words to describe your influence in my life... Because of you, I continue my love of psychology and will be pursuing it in graduate school. You are the most wonderful person and I will be reminded of you everyday in my education and work. I've talked about you all through college and when people ask me why I am so passionate about psychology, I always have said it is because of you... You saved me. I love you and and will always miss you..."

"Jerry, Cat & Jason,I just found out about Kathy's passing and am sorry I couldn't pay my respects in person. She was such a great person. I looked to her as my teacher, my friend and a mentor. I think about her all the time and realize how lucky I am to have had her in my life. She has had such a positive influence on so many people. The world is definitely a better place because of Kathy Holman. I will miss her."

"Mrs. Holman was my 7th grade homeroom teacher. She was a bright hopeful light in my painful life. I am grateful for her life and brief friendship. With sympathy, Mary Jo"

""The beat goes on, but we miss yours"May her spirit live on in the students she inspired so much. I'll be graduating in December with a BA in Psychology thanks in large part to her for sparking the same passion for helping people in me."

"Dr. Jerry Holman, Cat and Jason,I am just learning of your loss and would be remiss if I did not express my thoughts to your family. I am at a loss for words! Dr. Holman was one of my FAVORITE high school teachers. While I was an undergrad psych major at IU (1987-1992), I would often run into Dr. Holman in the psych building or some seminar while she was working on her PhD in psych. At times, she would critique a few of my research papers and provide pointers/feedback. She was kind, compassionate and encouraged her students to always do our/their best. She was truly a class act and will be greatly missed.Derrick BarnettNCHS Class of 1989"

"Words can't even sum the grief I have! I keep on hearing my favourite teacher saying "oh kathy,kathy, KATHY!" as we prepared for class! I wanted to thank Kathy for the memorable moments, lessons and inspiration she gave me as a student and a human being. She once said "How to surf when you know the waves will keep coming - BREATH between each wave!" RIP & I promise not to 'stay in the 'know' but the mystery! To you her family, thank you for letting her share that love with us, God keep on blessing you as he blessed me in knowing Kathy!"

"omg!!!i just saw this!!! i can't believe that she's gone! but even as i take this in, i can't fully feel sad because i feel honored to have met someone that really enjoyed life and even though she took her job seriously as my dear friend gersh was saying she really did know how to enjoy hersef. shes one of the most memorable teachers i've had. i just loved how she was always so down to earth and real with everyone. i will always remember her as one of the most influencial people in my life. she showed that there is a way to live life the way you want it and to really make it all work out, no matter happens! and who can ever forget her diet coke addiction! i can't remember if she ever started the book she wanted to write that was to be titled something like:Learning to go to the bathroom all by yourself. because all she would say how she was always seeing women and girls always needing to go to the bathroom with a friend and hardly ever by herself. i had her as my psychology teacher during my graduating year of 2007."