Holden Viers, age 22, passed peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday, April 11, 2018. Born at Piedmont Hospital in Atlanta, Georgia on August 20, 1995, Holden was first and foremost an artist, who dedicated his life to creating beauty from tragedy through his art and thrived throughout his time at the Savannah College of Art and Design. Gifted with the ability to create thru synesthesia, Holden made the ordinary extraordinary in every aspect of his life. While art was a large part of his identity, he loved his family above all. Holden was a loving and devoted son, brother, uncle and friend who leaves in his wake so many who were touched by his genuine care for others. Adored by absolutely everyone he met, Holden was an independent and caring individual, whose quick wit and dry humor will be missed everyday. Sadly, the world is a little less beautiful without Holden, and Phish, CBDB, and the Grateful Dead have one less devoted fan. His work may be viewed at: @HOLDENVIERSART, www.holdenviers.com, and in many Atlanta homes where his commissions hang. He attended the St. James Pre-School, Christ the King Elementary School, the Marist School, and Auburn University, before finally landing at his second home, SCAD. Though his time was cut short, Holden left a mark on this world that will never be forgotten.
A memorial service celebrating Holden’s life will be held at 1:00 PM on Monday, April 16th at H. M. Patterson & Son, 4550 Peachtree Road, NE, Brookhaven, GA 30319.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established at SCAD, 1600 Peachtree St NW, Atlanta, GA 30309, to assist students studying printmaking. Please visit https://www.gofundme.com/holden-viers-memorial-scholarship or send to the “Finance Office” Attn: Holden Viers Memorial Scholarship Fund.
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