About This Memory Space
This page was created for Mary B. Holsten's family and friends as a place to remember them, to share stories, and to keep their memory close in everyday life.
It is cared for and added to over time by the people who knew them, and everyone is invited to contribute, whether that is a story, a photo, a few words, or a simple note.
Many families visit places like this not just once, but again and again, especially on quiet days or meaningful anniversaries. This page is here for those moments, wherever you are.
A place to return to when you want to feel close again, to remember a moment, or to leave a few words for others to read. Over time, it grows through the voices of everyone who knew and loved them.
Light a Candle Growing
Light a candle to honor Mary B. Holsten's memory. Each lighting keeps their memory burning bright for 23 hours.
Candle lit burns 23 hours. Come back and light it again after 23 hours to keep the memory burning.
Limited to 5 lightings per hour to prevent abuse.
Memory Wall Growing
Stories, photos, and memories shared by people who knew Mary B. Holsten. This is the heart of this space—a collection that grows as more people contribute.
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Life & Legacy
Mary B. Holsten wove a life rich with adventure, deep family bonds, and unwavering faith, leaving behind a legacy of joy that illuminated every gathering and journey she embraced.
Born in Lincoln, Nebraska, to M. Wade and Lydia Strater, Mary grew up with a spirit eager for discovery. Her path led her to the University of Nebraska Omaha, where she crossed paths with Robert Holsten, sparking a romance that blossomed into marriage on August 24, 1957. Together, they built a world filled with exploration, as Mary pursued her passion for travel, savoring new cultures and horizons. Yet amid her wanderlust, she anchored her days in the rhythms of home, cherishing traditions that brought her loved ones together in celebration.
While specific professional pursuits are not detailed, Mary's vibrant energy and commitment to those around her suggest a life dedicated to nurturing relationships and creating meaningful connections that enriched her community.
Photos of Life
Family & Loved Ones
Mary's world revolved around the people she held dear, where she poured her boundless energy into making every holiday and milestone a source of delight and connection. Surrounded by her husband Robert, children Jeff D. (Donna) Holsten, Sara L. Clark, and Alison D. (Rick) Bond, along with son-in-law Steve Hutson, she delighted in her extensive circle of grandchildren—Brad Holsten, Bobby (Edu) Clark, Megan Clark, Alie Hutson, Jorie Hutson, Alexandra Villa, Nick Klepinger, Madalyn Klepinger, Elaina (Jonny) Klepinger, Chloe (Tanner) Pray, and Luke Bond—and great-grandchildren Addi, Riley, Bennett Holsten, Finley, Luca, Vincent Villa, Fiona Klepinger, and Francesca Rubio. Though she mourned the loss of daughter Stacy D. Hutson and brother Maurie Strater, her home remained a haven of laughter and steadfast affection.
Remembered by Friends & Family
Tributes from across Mary's circle capture a woman whose infectious enthusiasm for life and family left an indelible mark, with many recalling her as the joyful force behind countless cherished moments.
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