Written by

Beth Farrah, SMT Writer

Dexter, Missouri – The Hidden Trails Country Club in Dexter recently hosted the first annual Demp Holden Memorial Golf Tournament over the weekend on Saturday, May 18th. The new tradition will be held every year in honor of Demp Holden, founder of Holden Pallet Company, whose family and many friends reside in Dexter and the surrounding area.

Verlin Dempsey “Demp” Holden loved to golf, but even more than that, he loved spending time with his family. Holden passed away last year on March 27^th, 2012, but is remembered as an inspirational, caring, and loving friend to a number of people. The golf tournament was a great way to keep Holden’s passion and memory alive, both on and off the golf course.

A total of fifty-one teams participated in the 3 Person Shamble style tournament hosted and organized by the Holden family. Tee-off began at 1pm and was followed by all eighteen holes of golf, a dinner, and even some prizes. Saturday was windy but turned out to be a great day for the tournament, with nice May weather and temperatures for the participants.

The money used from the $150 entry fee was donated back to the Hidden Trails Country Club so they can begin new renovations. The first annual Demp Holden Memorial Golf Tournament was a great success and each of the teams enjoyed a great day for golfing.

A special thanks goes to Bill, Steve, Tim, Tyler, and Ryan Holden, Diane Garrett, Robert Shell, Terri Morgan, Jason and Josh Comfort, and Natalie Riley for hosting and organizing the event. Everyone is looking forward to the new tradition on the golf course!