Service Information
William “Bill” Holtz, age 60, of New Auburn passed away Sunday, November 14, 2021, at his home.
Funeral Service will be Wednesday, November 17, 2021, 11:00 A.M. at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church in New Auburn with interment in High Island Cemetery in New Auburn.
Visitation will be Tuesday, November 16, 2021, from 4:00 P.M.-7:00 P.M. at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church in New Auburn and will continue one hour prior to the service on Wednesday.
Obituary
William “Bill” Allen Holtz was born on April 21, 1961 in Hutchinson, Minnesota. He was the son of Alvin and Marion (Plath) Holtz. Bill was baptized as an infant and was later confirmed in his faith as a youth, both at Peace Lutheran Church in Hutchinson. He received his education in Hutchinson and was a graduate of the Hutchinson High School Class of 1980.
On July 30, 1994, Bill was united in marriage to Vickie Polzin at Peace Lutheran Church in Hutchinson. After their marriage, the couple resided in New Auburn. He was employed as a fork lift driver at 3M in Hutchinson for 38 years, retiring in 2018. This union was blessed with three children, Michael, Nicholas, and Catherine. Bill and Vickie shared 27 years of marriage.
Bill was a member of Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church in New Auburn.
Bill enjoyed fishing, hunting, vacationing with his children, and having coffee and visiting with family and friends. He cherished the time he spent with his family, especially his children.
Bill passed away on Sunday, November 14, 2021, at his home in New Auburn at the age of 60 years. Blessed be his memory.
Bill is survived by his:
Wife, Vickie Holtz of New Auburn, MN;
Children, Michael Holtz of New Auburn, MN,
Nicholas Holtz and his special friend, Bryn Blanchet of New Auburn, MN, and
Catherine Holtz and her fiancée, Nicholas Schultz of Hutchinson, MN;
Siblings, Barb Holtz of Hutchinson, MN,
Sandi Kay Schlecht of Hutchinson, MN,
Greg Holtz and his wife, Deb of Hutchinson, MN,
Mark Holtz and his wife, Dawn of Hutchinson, MN;
Father-in-law and mother-in-law, Robert and Naomi Polzin of Hutchinson, MN;
Sister-in-law, Amanda Dorendorf and her husband, Neil of Stillwater, MN;
Brother-in-law, Michael Polzin and his wife, Cheryl of Mooresville, NC;
Nieces, Nephews, other relatives and friends.
Bill was preceded in death by his Parents, Alvin and Marion Holtz.
Dawn Haupt says
My deepest sympathies to Bill’s family. Nick, Michael and Caity your dad was so proud of you, whenever he would talk about his kids his face and smile would light up so much!
May he rest in Peace
Donna(Ondracek)Engelen says
My sympathies to Bill’s family. I am a classmate and former 3M employee. Years back I did overtime in his area, so I’m glad we got to chat again. He still had his sense of humor!
Hugs and prayers to all of you.
Kim and Charlie Schimmelpfennig says
Our sympathies to the family.
Deb Carlson says
My sympathies to Billy’s family. He was such a sweet man and I really enjoyed all the years I worked with him at 3M.
Marj+I+Frieler says
My deepest sympathy to the families.
NITA TOTUSHEK says
Sympathies to Billy’s family and siblings.
Jane Dressel says
My sympathies to the family
Kristine REINERT says
Mr. Bill
The Sweetest and Most Kind-as Big Hearted Family Man I’ve ever Come in Contact with during my Career at 3M
And the Greatest Supplier that Took Great Pride in his Family
“When the kid started worked as summer temp it was great fun to see them laugh and joke around “ together
And talk very positive about Brother and MoM
May You Rest In Peace Mr.Bill
You’ll be Deeply Missed
Kristine Reinert
Dr Steve DeKoster says
So sorry to hear of Bill’s passing
Always enjoyed his visits to the office
Susan+Olsen+(Schneider) says
Vickie and family,
I’m so sorry for your loss. Many thoughts and prayers for you and your family.
Marlys Schimmelpfe says
My deepest sympathies for Bill’s family. I enjoyed working with Bill at 3M and he always had a good sense of humor. I just talked to him a few months ago in the grocery store. He will sadly be missed by his friends and family.
Rose Fonder says
My thoughts and prayers to the family. Bill was one of the nicest to work with. We had alot of good times at 3m. He will be missed. RIP my friend.
Jon Herlund says
My thoughts and prayers to the family. Bill was a great guy and amazing friend.
Lori Pichotta says
Heartfelt sympathies to Bill’s family. Always a smile & a hello from Bill in the halls or work area at 3M. Quiet & heartfelt soul who will be missed. Thoughts & Prayers.
Lori & Jim Pichotta
Bonnie Vik says
Vickie and family- Bill had a great personality and humor in the years I used to cut his hair. (Yours too Vickie) when I had my salon in Glencoe, I am very sorry for your loss.