Talkeetna resident Rob Holt passes away at 56
Talkeetna resident Rob Holt, age 56, passed away on Wednesday morning. According to the Alaska State Troopers, Holt called 911 reporting a medical problem and collapsed while EMS was on-scene.
Talkeetna resident Rob Holt, age 56, passed away on Wednesday morning. According to the Alaska State Troopers, Holt called 911 reporting a medical problem and collapsed while EMS was on-scene. CPR was initiated, but Holt could not be revived. Next of kin and the state medical examiner’s office were notified.
Rob Holt was a retired hunting guide as well as an artist. He was the featured artist for the KTNA art auction in 2006, and his works can be found in galleries around the Talkeetna area.
According to Rob Holt’s son, Elias, a celebration of life will be held on Sunday afternoon at Northern Susitna Institute.
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