IN LOVING MEMORY OF

Javian "Jay"

Javian "Jay" A. Holt Profile Photo

A. Holt

March 27, 2004 – December 22, 2022

Obituary

Javian Atiq Holt was born on March 27, 2004 in Columbus, MS to Stacey Staples and Otavian Holt. He accepted Christ at the age of 10 years old at Greater Mt. Olive M. B. Church in Crawford, MS.

Javian attended Memphis City Schools and completed his high school requirements in December. He finished ranked #5 in his class at Northwest Prep Academy in Memphis, TN. He was awarded a full scholarship to attend Tennessee Tech College next year. His passion was in the technical career field of HVAC and Diesel motors. Javian was an athletic youngster that loved football and basketball. He excelled in football beginning from pee-wee leagues all the way through his high school career. Javian's favorite football team was the Seattle Seahawks. He also enjoyed his family. His greatest joy was spending time and travel with his family. Javian was a beacon of light to his his family. He was a bright young man with a word of laughter and encouragement for all.

Javian departed this life on December 22, 2022 in Memphis, TN. He is preceded in death by his great-grandparents: Annie and L.H. Williams and Alfred Taylor. Javian transitioned to eternal rest with his grand- mother, Sonia Holt.

Javian's memories will forever be cherished by his mother, Stacey Staples; father, Otavian Holt; grandparents: Mary B. Staples, William J. (Mary P.) Staples, his brothers and sisters: Mar'Kayla Staples, Edwin Summers, Jr., Malaysia Summers, Ja'Kater Holt, and Jaceon Holt; a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends.

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Funeral Services

Visitation

January
6

Carter's Funeral Services - Columbus

602 14th St N, Columbus, MS 39701

2:00 - 6:00 pm

Funeral Service

January
7

Greater Mt. Olive M.B. Church

1856 Carson Road, Crawford, MS 39743

Starts at 2:00 pm

Burial

January
7

Starts at 4:00 pm

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