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William Holley Obituary
Mr. Holley grew up in Altavista and was a peninsula resident for more than 30 years.
Mr. Holley retired from the Army as a Lt. Col. in 1972 after 24 years of service, and also served in the Navy. During his military career he served in World War II and in Vietnam.
He was preceded in death by his brother, Marvin Holley, and two sisters, Edith Dalton and Mae McRae.
Survivors include his wife, Laurel Fern Keesee Holley, of 56 years; one daughter, Faba Watts of Richmond; two sons, Marvin R. Holley of Gloucester and William T. Holley Jr. of Alexandria; seven grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter.
The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. Monday, Aug. 25, at Peninsula Funeral Home.
Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Regimental Chapel in Ft. Eustis. Please call Peninsula Funeral Home for information to access the base. Burial will be in Arlington National Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Red Cross, P.O. Box 4002018, Des Moines, IA 50340.
Peninsula Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for William Holley
The Tonon Family
August 28, 2008
Thursday, August 28, 2008
To The Holley Family,
We only met :'Papa Bill' a few times times, but we heard lots of stories from Mike and Kate about him and their wonderful relationship with him. Their memories of him will live on for ever.
Our sincere condolences to you all.
The Tonon Family, Toronto, Ontario.
Linda & Hank Robertson
August 26, 2008
To William T. Holley, Jr. and Family,
Sincere sympathy to you and your family in the recent loss of your father.
Doug Staples
August 25, 2008
To Bill's entire family,
This was a man that left an indelible impression on countless people. I will forever be grateful for the times I had the pleasure of being in his presence.A sweetheart of a a man who will be missed by many. I thank God for knowing him. My sincere condolences to all.
Leslie Little
August 25, 2008
To Mrs. Holley and all of Bill's family,
I knew Bill as a wonderful, decent and honest man. May you all take comfort knowing he was well loved and respected by all that met and came to know him.
Jane Peters
August 24, 2008
To Faba and Curtis, You're on my mind and in my heart. I understand Bill was a great patriot and certainly a hard act to follow. May you find great peace in all the wonderful memories. My sincere condolences. Jane Peters
Maurice Cooper
August 24, 2008
To Fern and all of Bill's family:
I will be forever grateful for the help, love and guidance I received from Bill over these last 29 years. He has been a tremendous influence in my life. I loved him dearly...
Maurice Cooper
Curtis Watts
August 24, 2008
One of the finest men I ever knew. I was proud that Bill accepted me into his family.
Son-in-law, Curtis Watts
Eugene Diamond
August 24, 2008
I attended the TOAC1 course with Bill in 1961 and knew Bill throughout our years on the Peninsula. He was a good soldier and an amazing athlete for his size. Bill was a family man who was proud of the family and always was quick to recognize their achievements. A devoted husband to Fern who held her in high esteem.
David Baker
August 24, 2008
To Fern and all of Bill's Family,
I was deeply saddened to hear of Bill's passing. I have no doubt that I would not be alive today if it weren't for all the effort Bill put into helping me for many years. He will never be forgotten. Your family is and will be in my prayers daily.
God bless you all,
Dave Baker
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