Bettie's Dedication: A Gift to Special Olympics

Bettie Vanhoozier Holdman departed this world on April 12, 2025, quietly in her sleep. Born on December 16, 1939, Bettie had a remarkable life and touched so many lives. She married William Holdman and had a son, Marvin Holdman. She continued her education and went on to obtain a Master’s Degree, which she used to help pioneer the special education system in Enterprise, Alabama. Her most prized accomplishment was helping her students excel in their lives. Once retired, she moved to Fort Walton Beach, Florida, where she was active in her church, traveled extensively, and participated in continuing education. Bettie is survived by her son, Marvin Holdman of Fort Walton Beach, Florida, and her sister, Barbara Gibson of Eubank, KY.

We will be having a memorial service in Fort Walton Beach, Florida in mid-May. Check by here for details.

As a tribute to Bettie's commitment to her children, we are doing a small fundraiser to benefit National Special Olympics. We feel that she would have wanted one of her final memories to be helping her kids one more time. Thank you.