Terry Alan Holt
April 5, 1948 ~ April 9, 2026
Terry Alan Holt, age 78 of Chisago City, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on April 9, 2026. He was born April 5, 1948, in St. Paul, Minnesota, where he grew up. Terry was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Marion Holt; and his sister, Peggy Holt. He is survived by his loving wife, Patricia Welsh; daughter, Heather (Frank Bobick); and sister, Penny Holt.
Terry was a kind and caring man who never felt the need to follow the crowd and was all the more interesting for it. He had a wry sense of humor, and a genuine curiosity that kept him exploring and learning throughout his life. His first career was in law enforcement, from which he retired young and followed with a private business in furniture restoration.
Terry was a loving and devoted husband to Pat Welsh, his cherished companion of 48 years. Together they shared a life full of adventure, often found on the open road. The two of them loved nothing more than a long road trip with no rigid itinerary—whether driving their VW van to Inuvik or pulling off the highway to discover some small-town restaurant, out-of-the-way museum, or peaceful view. It was as much about the journey and the discovery as the destination.
He was a wonderful father to his daughter Heather. Terry taught her how to steer a canoe and pitch a tent, took her to ballets and the theater, and passed on his appreciation for hitting the open road.
No services are planned. Those wishing to honor Terry might consider taking a road trip, stopping at a new restaurant or museum, or enjoying a generous helping of ice cream in his name.
Thanks for the joy you brought to the world. My thoughts are with Dear Pat. May wonderful memories bring you comfort at a life celebrated together.
Hello to Terry’s wife and family. I am a retired Ramsey County Sheriff’s midnight patrol deputy and worked with Terry from 1987 to his retirement. Terry was a great mentor to me as a newbie patrol deputy and taught me how to be PROactive on patrol, not just riding around in a squad car, but to be proactive with securing businesses after they were closed. Terry had an interest in hand-checking closed business doors on midnight shift, and he would find open unlocked businesses and radio out that he had found an “unsecured open door.” Other deputies would respond while Terry went inside to check business to ensure there was no burglary or signs of ransacking inside. Terry would have dispatch call business owner who either came down to take custody of their business or request Terry secure/lock the door. Terry taught me how to do this proactive work which he called PR, Public Relations, in that deputy would alert business that they were vulnerable to a burglary, Terry telling me that many burglars do not “break in” they pull doors and enter when they find an unlocked door. I too performed this PR proactive task as Terry advised me and I found many business owners the next day would write a letter of commendation on Terry (or now me) to the sheriff, appreciating the work the deputy was performing by protecting their business. I will never forget the dedication of
Terry,
You will be missed by so many, it was always great to see you and Pat, you both had such a sense of humor.
Blessings are never too late, so, be blessed.
Francesca