Tom Holt Obituary (1945 - 2024) - El Dorado Hills, California

Thomas Baynton Holt (Tom), a devoted husband, loving father, and respected professional, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2024, at the age of 78. Tom is survived by his wife Carole and daughters Marianne and Claire, as well as by his two surviving brothers, Anthony and Steve. Tom was the second youngest of six children born to Thomas Witham Holt and Violet Yvonne in Wolverhampton, UK. His early years in England shaped his character and instilled in him a love of music and learning. He was especially fond of Maths which led to his later career in computer science. He was very talented musically with a special love for playing the piano and the saxophone, even having a brief stint playing in a local jazz band in his youth. Tom's adventurous spirit led him to Switzerland, where he met the love of his life, Carole, in 1972. They married on January 20th, 1973, beginning a journey together that lasted 51 years and spanned two continents, making many friends along the way. Tom distinguished himself in the field of technology, serving as a Chief Information Officer (CIO) in various software companies. After Switzerland, his career took the family to Germany and France before settling permanently in the United States. Tom was highly respected by his colleagues and became a mentor to many. He was known for his humor, dignity, and always standing strong in his beliefs. Outside of his career, Tom was an avid runner, completing his last marathon in New York City, at the remarkable age of 62. After retiring and settling in El Dorado Hills, Tom spent his days indulging in his passion for hiking and dedicating himself to giving back to the community. He volunteered his time teaching seniors how to use Apple products at the Senior Center in El Dorado Hills and through the Renaissance Society in Sacramento. Tom loved being the captain of his bocce team, the Wolverines. He was also an avid soccer fan, especially of the Wolverhampton Wanderers who held a special place in his heart as his great grandfather, John Baynton, was one of the co-founders. It is also to whom he owes his middle name. Tom is survived by his devoted wife Carole, and their much-loved children Marianne and Claire. His children were his greatest source of joy, he was always proud of their accomplishments and demonstrated constant support in achieving their life goals. Tom's memory will forever be treasured by his family, friends, colleagues, and the community he enriched through his kindness, humor, and generosity. A private service was held at the family’s request, with a celebration of life being held at a later date. In honor of Tom, memorial donations can be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma society. Click this link to view additional details about Tom's Services, including any available live streams: https://my.gather.app/remember/tom-holt