Agnes Rae Holloway

Agnes Rae Holloway, 91, a longtime resident of Ephrata, Washington, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, February 5, surrounded by her loving family. She died of natural causes. Agnes was born on July 15, 1933, in Elko, Nevada, to Ray and Rose Goodwin of Clover Valley, Nevada. She was the eldest of three daughters. She graduated from Wells County High School in 1951 and later earned an Associate of Arts degree from Big Bend Community College in Moses Lake, Washington, in 1970. She continued her education at Central Washington State College in Ellensburg, where she received her Bachelor of Arts degree in 1971. On November 9, 1953, Agnes married Robert W. Holloway, with whom she shared 54 years of marriage until his passing. She worked briefly as a dental assistant before dedicating much of her life to managing the Holloway Farms finances as an accountant. She also served as the first female President of the Grant County Farm Bureau, bringing strong leadership, perseverance, and dedication to the agricultural community. Her ability to navigate challenges with resilience and determination made her a respected figure among her peers. Agnes was a licensed pilot and served as Justice of the Peace. Agnes has provided many scholarships through Big Bend Community College and Central Washington College for Nursing and Aviation Students. Agnes is survived by her Daughter, Cindy L. Robledo of Mead, Washington; three grandchildren, James Robledo of Kennewick, Washington; Jonathan Robledo of Hermiston, Oregon; and Benjamin Robledo of Mead, Washington; and four great-grandchildren, Jaxson Robledo, Logan Robledo, and Emilia Robledo, all of Hermiston, Oregon, and Penny Nokes of Kennewick, Washington. She is also survived by her sister, Amy Svoc of Wells, Nevada. Raised on a working ranch, Agnes developed a lifelong love for horses, treating them as cherished companions. Her final years were spent with her beloved horse, Shanni, who will surely miss their time together. She was also a talented artist, creating drawings, paintings, and clay sculptures. Agnes will be remembered for her radiant smile, wry sense of humor, and steadfast determination a strength of character that served her well throughout her life. Per her wishes, no formal services will be held. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her honor to Southeast Washington Ghostbusters at swghostbusters.com and/or Moses Lake Animal Outreach Organization 6725 Randolph Rd. NE Moses Lake, WA. 98837. (509) 762-9616 thegcao@gmail.com.

Agnes Rae Holloway

July 15, 1933 - February 5, 2025