Obituary: Marjorie Altshool Holland

Marjorie Altshool Holland (Margie), age 86, passed away on Feb. 20, 2025, in Atlanta, Ga.

Born on March 13, 1938, in Cincinnati, Ohio, to Stuart and Jeannette Altshool, Marjorie was raised in Ohio alongside her siblings, John (OBM) and Jane (OBM). She attended Ohio State University and moved to Atlanta in 1961. Her children, Rick, Lewis, and Lynn, were born and raised in Atlanta, Ga., where Marjorie worked tirelessly to provide a stable and loving home for them during their formative years.

Once her children were grown, Marjorie pursued her passion for travel, often embarking on unforgettable trips around the world with her close friends. She was an avid reader and deeply valued lifelong friendships, including a close-knit group of women who shared over 50 years of enduring companionship. She was a member of The Temple.

Marjorie was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She is survived by her children, Richard “Rick” Holland (Rena), Lynn Goldman (Ronnie), and Lewis G. Holland Jr.; grandchildren, Trey Holland and Anslee Thurman, Jenna and Kurt Holland, and Caroline and Isaac Goldman; nieces, Susan Arogeti (Jack), Mary Simon (Michael), Jan Atlshool (Deb LeRose). She was predeceased by her siblings, John Altshool and Jane Levy; daughter-in-law, Aymee Holland; and her parents, Jeanette and Stuart Altshool.

The funeral service was at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 22, 2025, at The Temple. A private graveside service followed. Shiva was held from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. with a Minyan service at 7 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 22, and Monday, Feb. 23, 2025, at the residence of Lynn and Ronnie Goldman, 5067 Hidden Branches Circle, Dunwoody, GA 30338.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks those who wish to make a donation to kindly consider the Jewish Fertility Foundation. Arrangements by Dressler’s Jewish Funeral Care, 770-451-4999.