Owen Michael Hollar, 3, of Harrisonburg died Tuesday June 17, 2008, at the Rockingham Memorial Hospital in Harrisonburg. Owen was born Dec. 29, 2004, in Norfolk, Va.

He is survived by his parents, Travis Michael and Dena Carrier Hollar of Harrisonburg. He attended the Pre-school program at South River Elementary School in Grottoes.

Owen was diagnosed with Leigh’s Disease, a form of Mitochondrial Disease, two years ago.  His courage battling this illness brought family, friends and community together giving the entire family a sense of strength.  Owen could light up a room with his bright smile and big, blue eyes.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by a brother, Andrew “Drew” L. Hollar, age 5; maternal grandparents, Raymond and Wanda Carrier of Mount Sidney; paternal grandparents, Michael and Shelby Hollar of Edinburg; a great-grandfather, Eugene McIlwee; great-grandmother Ruth Hollar;  two aunts and uncles, Chad and Michelle Carrier Sligh and Matthew and Stacey Hollar Smith.  His three surviving cousins, Lynsey and Cole Sligh and Madison Smith shared lots of smiles and giggles with Owen.

He was loved by his entire family and will be missed by all who knew him.  

A private Graveside service will be held on Friday June 20, 2008, at East Lawn Memorial Garden. A memorial service will be held at 6 p.m. on Friday, June 20, 2008, at the Harrisonburg Baptist Church located at South Main and Liberty Street. Pastor David Burch will officiate the services. A reception will follow in the church’s fellowship hall. In honor of Owen, the family has asked those attending the service to wear something blue.

Memorial Contributions may be made to the United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation, 8085 Saltsburg Road Suite 201 Pittsburgh, PA 15239 or www.UMDF.ORG

Online Condolences may be sent to the Hollar Family at www.kygers.com

Arrangements entrusted to the Kyger Funeral Home in Harrisonburg. 

	61. 27-06-2008 17:50
	Dena, Travis, & Drew,    Our hearts go out to you and your family during this time. Owen was a blessing and such a joy to be around. Austin will never forgot his walk at the pumpkin patch and talks about him as his friend with the big blue eyes. Owen is your guardian angel looking down on you and giving you the love and strength to make it thru each day.

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	62. 11-07-2008 14:52
	Hello Dena & Michael: Please accept my sincere condolences. There is nothing sadder than hearing about the death of a child and worst when you lose your own child to a terrible disease. It is so sad that a child has to be sick and suffer before the good Lord calls him to be with him in heaven. Even though I never had the pleasure of meeting the little fellow you can tell from his picture he was happy and enjoy his short life.  I know your heart along with the Grandparents and all that knew him is heavy but you will always the rest of your life have and cherish memory and the joy that this little brought to you.  Very sorry and my heart goes out to you and your family.  Owen's 1st Cousin, 3 times removed.  Jim S.

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	63. 11-07-2008 14:55
	Your family is in our prayers at this difficult time. Our hearts go out to you.  In Love and Faith,  Laura Shreckhise  (Lynsey and Cole's First Grade Teacher)

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	64. 14-07-2008 08:01
	Dena, Travis and Drew,  We only learned this past weekend of Owen's passing. My heart breaks for you. Our Brady was critcally ill a few years ago and we merely glimpest the pain and agony of almost losing a child. I cannot even imagine the pain that you all are going through. No parent should ever have to lose a child. He was truly beautiful. We will continue to pray for each day.   Matt, Amy, Hannah and Brady Ettinger

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