Vern Holzman

Vern Holzman, age 97, passed away on Sunday, March 15, 2026, in Wichita, Kansas.

He was born on February 1, 1929, in Wichita, Kansas, to the late Leo and Emma Holzman. Vern was one of ten children.

Vern proudly served in the United States Marines for two years. He was a dedicated employee of Belger Cartage for 27 years. Vern loved driving anything that would go fast. He spent countless hours in the garage and many weekends at drag strips throughout the Midwest.

Vern was a beloved member of the drag racing community, where he helped countless racers and would talk cars with anyone who would listen.

In addition to his parents, Vern was preceded in death by nine siblings.

He is survived by his loving wife Toni and two children, Kelly Holzman (Ed Stillwell) and Rob (Carol) Holzman; his grandchildren, Chad (Nicole), Jimmy (Heather), and Danny Holzman; and his great-grandchildren, Ginna, Cory, Jake, Aharon, Rebecca, Hattie, Eddie, and Erica; and many nieces and nephews.

Visitation: Friday, March 20, 2026 from 4 to 7 pm at Reflection Pointe Funeral & Cremation Services, 3201 S. Webb Rd., Wichita, KS 67210. Funeral Service: 10 am, Saturday, March 21, 2026 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 2300 E Meadowlark Rd, Derby, KS 67037. Interment to follow at Branson Cemetery.

The family will host a celebration of life to following the services at the Holzman residence on Greenwich Road. All who attend are encouraged to drive their hot rods, wear their favorite car shirt in honor of Vern, and bring a lawn chair.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Kansas Humane Society, 3313 N Hillside St, Wichita, KS 67219 in care of Vern Holzman.