Annie "Ann" Bernice Holt

Annie “Ann” Bernice Holt, 68, passed away at Robin Johnson Hospice House in Dallas, North Carolina on Saturday, November 7, 2026.

Ann was born in Hartland, Maine on July 11, 1958, to the late Frank, Sr, and Arlene B. Holt. In addition to her parents, she is proceeded in death brother Frank Holt Jr. Ann is survived by her siblings, Ezra Holt, Ila Libby and Leroy Holt. Ann is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

Ann volunteers at Transylvania County American Red Cross in the capacity of volunteer CPR instructor, board member, and treasurer. She received the Volunteer of the Year award in 2000. Years later she worked for the American Red Cross as the Health & Safety Director in Gaston County. The American Red Cross also presented Ann with the Certificate of Merit Award signed by President Obama for saving a life.

Ann enjoyed the theatre and volunteered backstage on many productions for Brevard Little Theatre in 1998 – 1999. Ann’s sense of humor shone through when she acted in one play portraying a real estate agent.

Ann also was a member of Toastmaster International and served in many leadership roles at the Gastonia Toastmaster. She served as Club President 2013 – 2014 and earned Distinguish Toastmaster status in 2013. She used these skills in many aspects of her life speaking in public with confidence.

Ann enjoyed hiking to view waterfalls. While on the hike, Ann was often heard to say, “Life cannot get better than this.” Being in nature was Ann’s favorite place to be.

Ann worked in the field of Developmental Disabilities for 42 years. Ann was a strong advocate for people who could not advocate for themselves. The last 8 years of her career she served as Guardian for people with Development Disabilities and Mental Health issues.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Cancer Services of Gaston County by contacting https://gastoncancerservices.org.

Sisk-Butler Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Annie "Ann" Bernice Holt.