Dr. Edward Henry Holliger III, DVM

Aurora—Dr. Edward Henry Holliger III, DVM, 86, of Aurora, and formerly of Warren, passed away on Friday morning, April 28, 2023 at Anna Maria of Aurora.

Born May 25, 1936….on to the next place.

Ed was born in Cleveland, OH, the son of the late Edward Henry Holliger II, and Pearl "Pat"' Florence (MacDermand) Holliger. He will be greeted by his only sibling, Diane H. Berger, her husband, Allan “Al” Berger, and granddaughter Anna Sophia Holliger. Wonderful family and friends, with two legs and four, will welcome him to peace and happiness in Heaven. Dr. Ed’s Holy Trinity was always there for him, which he acknowledged daily, and when he said prayers at the dinner table, being especially eloquent at family celebrations and the holidays.

Ed graduated from Avon Lake High School in 1954. He furthered his education and divine calling at The Ohio State University where he earned degrees in Bachelor of Science in 1958, and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine in 1962. Dr. Holliger began his solo veterinary practice in Warren, OH in 1964 and retired in 2006, but never stopped helping people with their pets long after retirement, with his wisdom and compassion. His community and his family were mutually blessed by each other, for generations and beyond.

During the pursuit of his academic dream, an even bigger one was realized when he met the love of his life, Thespina Antjas. They were married on August 27, 1961. Ed and Thes had a life of love and adventure, and everlasting memories. They were blessed with three children and their spouses: Maria (Tracy) Tomlinson, Edward “ Hank” Henry (Magdi) Holliger IV, and Sophia (Chip) Nail, as well as grandchildren Lauren Elizabeth Holliger, Edward “Quinn” Henry Holliger V, Lukas John Holliger, Elena Isabel Nail, Thespina “Tessa” Maria Nail, and Julia Dawn Nail. All of us will ease our grief with faith and love, family and friends, and so many great stories!

Husband, Dad, Friend, Coach, #1 Fan, Grandpa, Papou, Dr. Ed, Captain Holly, Uncle Ed…he had many talents and interests that he readily shared. He loved family time including epic family road trips to almost every state. His other joys included art, music, other travel, card games, baseball, softball, football, horses, anything Buckeye, and being a lifelong Cleveland Indians fan. He loved Mom’s chocolate chip cookies, and made great breakfasts, pies, and other baked goods himself. We will always remember his flying, fishing, and faith in God.

Miss you, love you, mean it, many hugs – Godspeed, Happy Trails, calm waters, safe landings, Aloha, and O – H! to a great man.

Calling hours will take place on Friday, May 5, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church, 429 High St. Warren, OH, with the funeral following at 12:00 p.m. Family and friends are encouraged to wear Ohio State or Cleveland sports apparel.

For those unable to attend in person, a livestream will be available via the Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church: Warren, OH facebook page.

A Trisagion Service and Burial will take place on Saturday, May 6, 2023 at 2pm at Historic Marion Cemetery, 620 Delaware Ave., Marion, OH 43302.

Donations in Edward's name in lieu of flowers may be made to either of the following: St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church, 429 High St. Warren, OH 44481, or Sts. Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 3352 Mayfield Rd., Cleveland Heights, OH 44118.

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