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Sherman Holland Obituary
He was a lifelong resident of Isle of Wight County, Va., and a dedicated member of Chapel Grove United Church of Christ. He retired from Northrop Grumman, Newport News and Dry Dock Company after 37 years of service.
He leaves to cherish his memory, his loving wife of 60 years, Betsy Briggs Holland; two sons, Sherman Holland III (Iris) of Portsmouth, Va., and William K. Holland (Melba) of Windsor, Va.; two daughters, Rita Cargill-Brown of Newport News, Va., and Beverly Holland Walkup of Suffolk, Va.; three sisters, Laura Mitchell of Philadelphia, Pa., Lucille Hatton of Suffolk, Va., and Sadie Fitchett of Hampton, Va.; three 'adopted' children, Wayne Briggs, Evelyn Artis and Vella Gilliam; eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at noon Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, at Chapel Grove United Church of Christ. The viewing will be held two hours prior to the service at the church.
Pretlow and Chapman 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 Sherman Holland
November 27, 2009
To the Family:
We send our condolences to each of you. Mr. Holland was a wonderful person and he will be missed. May God bless you and we will keep you in our prayers.
Vivian Russell & Family
November 21, 2009
Each Person is a CREATION OF GOD
Each Mind a THOUGHT OF GOD
Each Life a BREATH OF GOD
During this sad time, you are never
far from God's thoughts or His care.
May God's precious promises bring you
strength in knowing that you are in
our thoughts and prayers.
Melvin and Regina Evans
Earnest Byrd
November 20, 2009
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Earnest Byrd
November 20, 2009
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Shirley Robinson
November 20, 2009
Betsy & family,
I considered it a privilege and an honor to have had you and Sherman, and Billy & Melba as neighbours and friends for twenty years. I can still hear Sherman singing as he worked in the yard. As I shared with my fellow co-workers the other day, he was a man through whom the light of Jesus shined whether he was at work or at home. May God bring you peace and comfort through others during this time of great loss in your lives. In Christian Love, Shirley & John Robinson
helen &henry badgett
November 20, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Tammy Blackford
November 19, 2009
Ms Holland and family, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God bless.
Kim Chandler
November 19, 2009
Rita and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Rita you are such an amazing person; I know your faith and your family will comfort you. Take care of you.
Larry Eatton
November 19, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Holland family in this time of sorrow.
Joanne Byrum
November 18, 2009
Bill and Sherman and family
I am sorry about your Father,husband,grandfather,brother and members of the family.My prayers and thoughts are with the family.
November 18, 2009
MR HOLLAND WILL BE MISSED..MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE HOLLAND FAMILY..
November 18, 2009
Rita and family,
The loss of a person who has been very much loved is never easy no matter what "preparation" you may have. My prayers and heart go out to all of you. May God give you peace!!
Michelle
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