[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 62 (Monday, May 6, 2013)]
[Senate]
[Page S3089]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        TRIBUTE TO EARL HOLDING

 Mr. HATCH. Mr. President, today I wish to pay special tribute 
to a man I have admired for many years, Earl Holding. Sadly, Earl 
passed away April 19, 2013 leaving behind a lasting legacy that 
garnered the respect of many throughout our State and Nation.
  Earl was a Utah icon--a businessman who reached the highest echelons 
of the business world--yet spent time to help people from all walks of 
life, and in many pursuits and interests. His work ethic is legendary. 
From a young age, Earl put in long days at whatever business he 
pursued, and he was truly an example of someone who wasn't afraid to 
roll up his sleeves and get his hands dirty--right along with his 
employees.
  In 1949 Earl married his life's partner and eternal sweetheart, Carol 
Orme. Their marriage was a testament to their partnership as 
companions--at work and at home. Carol was almost always found at the 
side of Earl working the land, running hotels, and raising children. 
They are the proud parents of three children and twelve grandchildren 
whom they deeply love.
  Earl's strength as a business leader has been witnessed by many 
employees he tutored and led in many successful and important companies 
including the Little America and Grand America hotels, the Snowbasin 
Ski Resort, and Sinclair Oil.
  In the 1990s Earl was a driving force in helping to bring the Winter 
Olympic Games to Salt Lake City. His willingness to build world-class 
facilities to help stage the games cannot be overlooked as one of the 
key factors in the utmost success of the 2002 Winter Olympics. His 
contributions will never be forgotten.
  Earl and Carol loved the land and enjoyed spending time at their 
ranches or property throughout the West. He loved to hike, bike, fish, 
or just enjoy nature in our wonderful part of the world. He had a great 
reverence for the beauty of our country and always sought to build 
edifices that paid tribute to that splendor.
  Utah and our Nation lost a truly great business leader and giant of a 
man when Earl left this earthly existence. I know that many people will 
truly miss his strength, leadership, and commitment to excellence. I 
will miss all of those things, but I will also miss a cherished friend. 
I am grateful for the relationship Earl and I have enjoyed for many 
years and the support and wisdom he always shared.
  Elaine and I convey our deepest sympathies to Carol and their family. 
May our Heavenly Father bless them with peace and comfort at this time. 
The contributions and impact Earl made on his family, his community, 
Utah and our Nation will be felt and appreciated for generations to 
come.

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