Carlton L. Holst of Franklin, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 79 on Friday, February 11, 2022, with family by his side at RI Hospital in Providence, RI. He was the husband of the late Janet E. (Howe) Holst.
Carlton was born in Milford, MA on January 27, 1943, the son of the late John O. Holst and the late Theresa M. (Farrow) Longbottom.
Carlton graduated from Franklin High School in 1961, served in the United States Navy, and later worked at Garelick Farms in Franklin, MA.
He leaves his two daughters, Kira L. O’Shaughnessy and her husband Christopher of Bentonville, AR, Laurie B. Glennon and her husband Christopher of Bellingham, MA, and 4 grandchildren. He also leaves his siblings, Paul Holst of Franklin, MA, John Holst of Hendersonville, TN and sister Bonnie Masi of Naples, FL, as well as several nieces and nephews.
Carlton enjoyed reading, politics and was an avid Red Sox fan. He loved spending time with his family, and taking family vacations. He was a lifelong learner and enjoyed visiting historical sites around the country such as the Washington DC museums and monuments and Civil War battlesights.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend his funeral Thursday February 17th at 10AM from the Charles F. Oteri and Son Franklin Funeral Home 33 Cottage St. followed by a service in the Franklin Federated Church 171 Main St. at 11AM.
Calling hours are Wednesday, February 16th from 5-7PM at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made to Dana Farber Cancer Institute in memory of Carlton Holst to support cancer research and patient care at Dana-Faber Cancer Institute, PO Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284 or via www.jimmyfund.org/gift
A private family burial will take place on Friday at the Massachusetts National Cemetery.