James Holub

James “Jim” Warren Holub, 57, of Oak Grove, passed away January 3, 2026 at his home. 

Services will be held Saturday, January 31, at 11 a.m.  at the Motley Free Methodist Church.

Jim was born February 12, 1968 to Larry and Sharon Holub in Wadena.

He attended school in Motley and was a proud Motley Rocket.

He served his country in the U. S. Navy, where he was on active duty from 1988 to 1992, followed by multiple years in the Navy Reserves. He served aboard the USS Wichita. During his service, Jim proudly became a Shellback on January 1, 1990, an accomplishment he deeply cherished. 

Following his military service, Jim built a career in manufacturing sales.He  was a passionate Minnesota sports fan, especially devoted to Golden Gopher Athletics before and during his daughter’s academic time there. He also faithfully followed Naval Academy football, never missing the annual Army-Navy game and continuing a long-standing wager each year with his nephew, Jacob Holub. Outside of sports, Jim loved Bigfoot lore, 1980’s hair bands and spending time at the cabin and lake. He was dedicated to his Wordscape app and would be happy for everyone to know he reached level 10,853.

Jim is survived by his wife of 28 years, Kathy Holub; one daughter, Emma Holub; parents; one sister, Susan (Mike) Horstmann; many nieces and nephews; great-nieces and great-nephew. 

Jim was preceded in death by one brother, Dale Holub, who passed away in 2023. The two are now reunited. 

Flowers can be sent to Motley Free Methodist Church: 33 Wellwood St. Motley, MN 56466

Arrangements are by the Brenny Family Funeral Chapel, Staples.

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