James Laurence Holden, 75, of McKinney, Texas died on Sunday, March 10, 2013 at his home. He was born to George and Joy Holden on October 16, 1937. Mr. Holden is survived by his children Toni Calandrello and Mark Holden; grandchildren Kyle Holden, Marci Holden, Chris Sawtelle (Julie), and Heather Sawtelle; great grandchildren Tristan Sawtelle, Damien Holden and Lilly Holden; brother Gary Holden and sisters Eve Holden and Lynn Swanson. He was preceded in death by his wife, Thela Louise Holden.