Larry Ellis Holdren
Ocean Pines

Larry Ellis Holdren, age 83, of Ocean Pines, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 29, 2025, at Bayhealth Hospital in Milford, Delaware. Born in Sedalia, Missouri, he was the beloved son of the late Dr. Kenneth Leroy Holdren and Geneva Marie (Ellis) Holdren.

Larry was a highly respected figure in the coastal real estate community. As the founder of Larry Holdren Real Estate, Inc., he faithfully served the region for 54 years, maintaining professional licensure in both Maryland and Delaware. Since 1971, he dedicated himself to the real estate market in Ocean City, Maryland, with particular focus on the Montego Bay Community. Through decades of service, he not only witnessed Montego Bay’s growth but contributed meaningfully to its development, including his service on the Montego Bay Civic Association.

A man of deep Christian faith, Larry was a devoted and long-standing member of Atlantic United Methodist Church in Ocean City, where he worshipped and served faithfully for over 52 years. His commitment to the church and its mission was a central part of his life. Larry will be remembered for his unwavering faith, professional excellence, and enduring love for his family, church, and community. His legacy will live on in the lives he touched and the community he helped build.

Above all, Larry was a loving and devoted father and grandfather. He is survived by his four children: Carrie Holdren-Serrell, Larry E. Holdren II, Scott L. Holdren, and Donna C. Holdren. He also leaves behind three cherished grandchildren—Hannah, Philip, and Erika; his brother, Robert L. Holdren; his son-in-law, Philip Serrell; and his daughter-in-law, Nery Holdren.

In addition to his parents, Larry was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 52 years, Donna K. Holdren, with whom he shared a life rooted in faith, family, and service to others.

A visitation will be held on Thursday, October 16, 2025, from 6-8 p.m. at The Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin, Maryland. A memorial service celebrating Larry’s life will take place on Friday, Oct. 17, 2025, at 2 p.m. at Atlantic United Methodist Church, located on 4th Street in Ocean City. An additional visitation will be held one hour prior to the service.

Expressions of sympathy and letters of condolence may be shared with the family at www.burbagefuneralhome.com. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to The Burbage Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that memorial contributions be made to the Donna K. Holdren Prayer Shawl Ministry at Atlantic United Methodist Church, a ministry dear to both Larry and Donna’s hearts.