Submit a PhotoAlyn Eugene Holstad passed away peacefully on December 25, 2025 in Gilbert, Arizona. Al led a very happy, active life filled with family, friends, and many activities, such as water skiing, boating, golf and time at his cabin.
In 1969 Alyn married Sandra (Hawker) and they were lucky to have celebrated 56+ years together. Blessed with 2 Children Tracy Holstad Vanpelt and Todd Holstad; and 3 Grandchildren Sarah, Amanda and Skylar.
He is also survived by 2 sisters Sharyl Rubin and Sharyn Hendrickson and brother Lynn Holstad.
A Memorial service will be held Monday January 19th, 2026 at 11am at Gilbert Memorial Park, 2100 East Queen Creek Road, Gilbert Arizona 85297.
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I’m so very sorry! My prayers are with you Sandy, Tracy, Todd and family.
Thank you Sandy. We appreciate it and see you at the memorial.
My sympathy to the familly. Al and I graduated together from Clear Lake in 1967. He was a good friend.
Thank you.
My thoughts and prayers are with Alyn’s family and friends. I knew Alyn in high school in Clear Lake.
Thank You.
I first met Al through my Mothers job at ADP. She and Sandy were co workers and then fast friends. Sandy and Al were gracious enough to let me hold my mom’s surprise 50th birthday party at their home, the surprise was mine as mom was only turning 49! Al would rib me with this morsel at our annual get togethers for the holidays which were many. We lost touch when we moved back to Maryland but the magic of the internet allowed us to keep tabs on each other. They are having a party with Al up there for sure, his stories can entertain an eternity! Rest easy Al and thanks for the laughs!
Thank you John. We all had a special bond and had many good times. I appreciate your stories too! Keep in touch.
I was so sorry to hear that Al has passed away. We graduated from Clear Lake High School in the class of “67, and I always thought he was a very nice guy. My prayers are offered up for Al’s family.
Thank you so much.
Sandy, Tracy and Todd and all family and close friends – we extend our most sincere sympathy to you for Al’s passing. Chris and I plan on attending the service next Monday the 19th. Our prayers will continue all the family. I’m one of the number of Holstad family cousins.
My Condolences Sandy, I was doom scrolling today and came across Alan’s obituary. When I think of him the first thing that comes to mind is “ fun loving “. It’s been a very long time but I still have good memories of our trips to visit you in Cedar Rapids. I wish you well, Paul