About Holder Drug
In business for your health since 1952
Jim Holder accepted a job with J.W. Montfort as a pharmacist for Montfort Drug and Bookstore in 1950. In 1952, Mary and Jim purchased Hester Drug on the south side of the downtown Alva square. L.O. “Doc” Southern and his wife Elizabeth joined them after the Montfort fire and Holder-Southern Drug was formed. When “Doc” retired, Mary and Jim repurchased Holder Drug. Jim and Mary were energetic boosters of the Alva community through their active participation in church, civic organizations, NWOSU and economic development projects. Most of all, they loved being accepted in this wonderful community.
Today, Holder Drug is owned by Susie Simpson (Kansas City), Sally Eggleston (Waynoka) and Todd Holder. “We do our best to fill our parents shoes but ultimately that is impossible, but we love trying. We thank this community for their loyalty and love throughout the years.”
Holder Family Gallery
