Janice Marie Holt, Longtime Nunnelly Resident, Passes Away at 64

Holt was known for her kind heart and love of family gatherings.

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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Janice Marie Holt, a 64-year-old resident of Nunnelly, Tennessee, passed away on February 20, 2026 at Maury Regional Medical Center. Holt was the daughter of the late Mary Ellen Chessor and was married to her husband Eddie for 44 years. She is survived by her three sons, two daughters, two brothers, and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Why it matters

Holt's passing marks the loss of a long-time community member in the small town of Nunnelly, Tennessee. Her obituary highlights the importance of family and simple pleasures in life, values that are cherished in many rural communities.

The details

Janice Marie Holt was born on August 29, 1961 in Linden, Tennessee. She was described as a "simple, kind-hearted woman" who enjoyed sharing meals at restaurants like Olive Garden and LongHorn Steakhouse. Holt is survived by her husband Eddie, their three sons and two daughters, as well as two brothers and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

  • Janice Marie Holt passed away on Friday, February 20, 2026.
  • Holt was born on August 29, 1961.

The players

Janice Marie Holt

A 64-year-old resident of Nunnelly, Tennessee who passed away on February 20, 2026.

Eddie Holt

Janice Marie Holt's husband of 44 years.

Mary Ellen Chessor

Janice Marie Holt's late mother.

Robert Tidwell

Janice Marie Holt's brother.

Tom Tidwell

Janice Marie Holt's brother.

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The takeaway

Janice Marie Holt's obituary highlights the importance of family, community, and simple pleasures in life - values that are deeply rooted in many small towns across America.