C. Hollis Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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Donna Little
October 15, 2019
I miss the good times we once had at Frontier Town and the Painted Pony Ranch in the NY Adirondacks back in the 60's. R.I.P Frank
Kathrine Thomas
December 26, 2009
Ambra,Charles and the whole family
I will always remember Frank (Bubba) with love and admiration. Gene and Eileen grew up with the whole Hollis family, and they were OUR family. I know you all with miss his presence, but I am sure there are so many good memories to last forever. Bless you all. My prayers are always with you.
Aunt Kack
BettyAnn McCloud
December 25, 2009
Ambra,Vonnie & Sloan:
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss... My Mom has been keeping me advised and said the service was a beautiful memorial to Frank's life and a testament to his devotion to friends and family. I will always remember playing "Go Fish" with him when I was about 7 years old. He asked me if I had a "10" and told him No but I had 2 "5's". He never laughed so hard in his life and I loved his laugh. You all have been in my thoughts and prayers and are very much loved! God's Peace! Betty Ann
bryan taylor
December 24, 2009
i will truly miss bronco, i worked with him in safety training with the carpenters. everyone here in california has lost a dear friend.
may he rest in gods loving peace
bryan taylor
california carpenters
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David & Michael-Ann Nuttall
December 22, 2009
We are so sorry for your loss. Bronco was one of a kind. He will be greatly missed on earth, and heaven will never be the same again! David enjoyed working on your house this summer and seeing what a wonderful family Bronco has. He was also great to work with at Clancy & Theys. He was very special. God bless you all. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Ken Jordan
December 22, 2009
Vonnie,
My father and his brother have always spoken highly of your parents. I knew and liked Bailey very much, but I regret never meeting your parents. Neither my family nor yours are strangers to the sudden loss of loved ones, so PLEASE rest when you can and remember to eat something!
Only my best wishes are with you during this, the most difficult of times.
Fredda Jernigan
December 22, 2009
Bronco was such an inspiration to the safety community. He will be greatly missed. Your family is in my prayers.
Fredda Jernigan
Virginia OSHA
Norfolk Office
Judy Throckmorton Davis
December 22, 2009
To the Hollis family: We grew up together in Varina many years ago. Our mothers were best of friends, and I have heard of his life on the Rodeo circuit throughout the years. I was saddened to hear of his passing, but glad to hear of his love of life, family, and God. May the Lord surround you with his love through friends and family at this difficult time. Sincerely-
Larry & Denise Horton
December 22, 2009
Deepest sympathy, love and prayer during this difficult time. Give everyone a hug for me.
Emil Lippert
December 22, 2009
The first time that I met Bronco was over 20 years ago, and was impressed with the way that he could get people to listen what he had to say,3 years later we both went to work for the United Brotherhood of Carpenters,being on the road as we were for so many years we became close, we confided in how we both loved our children and family and our faith. He is gone but will never be forgotten.
Katie (Hatchell) Fuzy
December 22, 2009
I can remember Frank all the way back to my days as a small child @ fort lee baptist and referring to him as 'the cowboy man'. He is a very special person and will be missed by all who were blessed enough to have known him!
Ambra and family - you all are in my thoughts and prayers as you get through this difficult time.
Kathy Colgin Nolte
December 22, 2009
I am truly sorry to hear of Frank's passing. He was a wonderful man. His strong faith was something to admire. Everyone will cherish special memories of him. Now he no longer suffers and walks among the angels. My thoughts and prayers are with the Hollis family during this difficult time.
Page Rice Davis
December 22, 2009
Ambra,
I just wanted to let you know how sorry I am for your loss. My dad always spoke highly of Frank and when he visited with us and did daddy's funeral service back in June, I realized just how special he was. I wouldn't have gotten through that day without Frank. It meant so much to me knowing he actually knew my dad and cared about him. He made me laugh when I thought there was no laughter left in me and he cried with me when I thought I couldn't go on without my dad.
My friends still comment on how much they enjoyed daddy's service - they felt like it was personal, real and kept light-hearted.
He took care of preparing mom and dad's house for daddy to come home after his massive stroke - he widen doors and put in handicap bars to make daddy's life alittle easier. I will never forget him.
He was a very special person and I am thankful to have known him. He will be missed by all - take care and know that he is no longer suffering or hurting. He will be missed by so many!
Amanda Renfroe
December 21, 2009
Ambra,
We will never forget Frank's laugh and all the hilarious stories he told us. He is not a person who will be easily forgotten; he will live on in the lives of those he touched. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Gayle Overman
December 21, 2009
I am so sorry to hear of Frankies passing. But I know he's with his heavenly father and giving all who beat him there big hugs. He will be missed so very much.My prayers are with your family. (Virginia and Raymond Throckmortons daughter Gayle T. Overman)
Jackie Cannon
December 21, 2009
Ambra and family: We have been friends for a long time and I'm so sorry to hear about Frank's passing. He was a great person and a longtime rodeo friend. I just found out today so I can't come to the funeral, but my love and heart is with you all.
December 21, 2009
Frank{Bronco} life was a trip that so many people will remember for a life time. He came to my house with a goat in a sack and laid it on the floor. He taught me to fry frog legs when Robbie was home during hunting Bronco ask me for six eggs stirred in a glass raw and drank it for breakfast what a man. When Robbie passed away Bronco was there and never forgot I needed that 10oclock phone called every week. Ambra is so special to have shared him with so many of us. Holly and I have really good memories. He lived what he preached. What a legacy he left. Chris VandeRiet- Thacker
Juanita & Larry Adams
December 21, 2009
Our thoughts & prayers are with all of you. Give Charles a big hug for us.
Wilmer Rice
December 21, 2009
FRANK,
What can I say, it is all said in this guess book. But he was so good to Harold, me and our family when Harold had his massive stroke in 2006 and giving us strangith right through the service he did for him, on June 3, 2009. He was a special Buddy to Harold and I new he would want him to do the service. People still tell me what a great job he did and how thy enjoyed his service. That was just Frank, a person I will alway love for the man he was.
May God be with all of you at this time
December 21, 2009
Ambra, I had been trying to get ahold of you and Lena. I am so sorry that Frank has lost his battle with cancer, but know he is in God's hands pain free
and keeping them laughing in heaven. He was so much larger than live and the
relationship you shared is evidenced by
all the friends and family who mourn with you. Sorry I cannot be there to
hug you but know I am there in spirit.
Please either you or lena call me. I know this is rough on her too. I don't pray often enough but this is one where
I can say honestly my prayers are with you all. love----Craig Ormand
Robert Shearer
December 21, 2009
To the Hollis Family. Frank was one of the most incredible men I have ever met. It is truly an honor to call him my friend and my Brother. My heart and my prayers are with you. God Bless you and may His peace be with you. Robby Shearer
Ashley Porch Seal
December 21, 2009
I am so sorry to hear about your loss!! Frank will be greatly missed.....You all are in my thoughts and prayers!
Rick Shrum
December 21, 2009
My deepest sympaties to the Hollis Family.
I had the pleasure to serve on the Old Dominion chapter of the RMEF w/ Frank for several years. His outgoing personality and big heart were a big part of who we were as a Committee. His stories, jokes & zeal for enjoying life, & having a good time were great inspiration for all of us. It was a priviledge to have had Frank as a friend. He will be missed.
Edie Aigner
December 21, 2009
I read, in one of the other remarks that Frankie "was one of a kind" - and he surely was. He took being a cowboy a step further than the hat and boots, which anyone can don in a second. He took on the heart, the nature and the creed as well.
He loved to walk in , perch by your fire and tell "a couple" of stories.
He sold us a saddle one time and raised cain when we didn't dicker with him over the price - spoiled all his fun.
He loved Ambra and his family and always spoke so proudly of them. He was a christian gentleman. He was someone Willson and I are blessed to have known.
Edie Aigner
JOHN REGENSBURG
December 21, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Faith, Raymond & Chelsea Hooper
December 21, 2009
Dear Vonnie and family, my heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family during this most difficult time. Keep all the memories close at heart. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
melissa allanson poh
December 21, 2009
My deepest condolences for your loss
Steve Rice
December 21, 2009
My prayers are with the family. I know Frank touched a lot of people in his time here on this earth. Just a few short months ago he eulogized my father, it was then over a couple of days I saw what a strong faith in the LORD Frank had, I know he misses the family but also he is happy to be home and no longer in pain.
Becky Lee-Snoddy
December 21, 2009
Ambra, Vonnie, Sloan and the rest of the family....My sympathies go out to you. Frank has been called home. I pray that the love he had for God, family and life will carry on in each of you. God bless.
Jody G. Harris
December 21, 2009
To Amber and family,
I first met Frank in our little town of Tazewell, Va. in the early 70's when Diamond World Championship Rodeo came to town. He and my Dad became best of friends. At that time I was in High School and thought Frank was bigger than life. I loved to watch him dance in the ring as he and the old bull "Major Lewis" attempted to out do one another. His ability to fight bulls and ride saddle broncs was something to behold however all that was overshadowed by the man himself! He could tell more stories make you laugh harder and could always get the best of anyone that wanted to play along. My family and I always enjoyed you all coming to Tazewell and staying on our farm. May God Bless you all.
Douglas Holman
December 21, 2009
To the Hollis Family
Bronco will remain forever embeded in my memory and heart--- it was such a great thing to get to work with him over the years. he was one of those people you come accross just once in a life---- seems he was bigger then life----- such a loss for all of us. The wisdom and dedication he had for teaching and all that he did will remain alive, through his hundreds---even thousands of "students" over all those years.The United Brotherhood of Carpenters has lost a great educator.
May God Bless you all
Douglas A Holman
Sevierville TN
Jack Partridge
December 21, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with Ambra and the family. I have had the pleasure of working with and traveling with Bronco for more than 20 years. I have always considered Bronco my best friend. He loved his family more than most people could imagine. Whenever finished a class and were going to the airport, he always said, I can't wait to see my Indian Princess. Bronco is one of a kind and will be missed by all.
Michele Coleman
December 21, 2009
To the Hollis Family,
Bronco was one of a kind. He was always joking and laughing, but he took safety very seriously. Upon my return to Clancy & Theys, Bronco made me feel as though he had known me forever. He will be truly missed by all that ever had the opportunity to meet him. My deepest sympathy and condolences to all of you. He will live on forever.
December 21, 2009
Dear Hollis Family,
So sorry to hear what you all are going through. I heard Frank gave testimonies recently. What a wonderful gift to comfort you. I'm afraid i lost my dear dad last year so i know how you feel. The love lives on in our hearts and minds. Frank lives on in all of you.
Love and hugs,
Elizabeth Skinner Perkins
Lyle Gurley
December 21, 2009
My condolences go out to Ambra and all of the Hollis Family for the loss of Bronco. It has been an honor not just to work with Bronco but also to have him as a friend. I will greatly miss our talks...most especially his endless library of jokes and tales of an adventurous life. Anytime you spoke with Bronco you could tell he loved God, his family, his friends, his colleagues, and even those he didn’t personally know. He was a giant of a man with a heart just a big.
Bronco,
You made a difference my friend; in my life, the lives of those at Clancy & Theys, and everyone you touched.
Your legacy lives on...
Tony Pipitone
December 21, 2009
It was a great pleasure to have gotten to Know Frank! He always had a joke or some saying for every thing that happened.
Rest In Peace,
Kevin Paulson
December 20, 2009
I had the opportunity to spend time with Frank volunteering at several RMEF Functions, banquets and outdoor shows and he was a man that inspired me. Years ago seeing my passion for the RMEF he gave me some license plates with RMEF on them and I gave him my old ones for his ATV. I will miss him with his loud booming voice, his great jokes and his willingness to get in there and get-r-done! He was a cowboys Cowboy and one that touched the lives of many many people including me!
Marian Robinson
December 20, 2009
To Bronco's Family.
My deepest sympathy and condolences on your loss. I knew Bronco as a fine, upright man at Clancy & Theys who loved regaling others with stories. He will truly be missed. May G-D comfort your hearts as he heals them.
Lee Maizel
December 20, 2009
Plain and simple ... he was the best! I am thankful that there is no more pain, but I miss you UB!!!
Keith Mingloski
December 20, 2009
To the Hollis family: I met Frank years ago bear hunting in Canada, although I had never been around Frank but after that week I felt like I had known him all my life. After several trips to Canada with Frank he was more than a friend he was a all round Great person. I know he will be missed but as Frank had told me earlier on,"Life Must Go On" Frank,you carry on and save some jokes for us when we get there. God Bless You!!
Kristi Phaup
December 20, 2009
Vonnie and Family:
I am very sorry to hear of this loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
With love-Phillip, Kristi, Dylan & Preston
Laura Fields
December 20, 2009
Vonnie, and Hollis Family,
I am so saddened to actually see the news that Frank is gone. I know he is in heaven and I am comforted by that as I know you all are. I am thinking of you all and praying for you.
Laura (Toman) Fields
Joan Harding Crummette
December 20, 2009
I was saddened to learn of Frankie's death. I graduated with him from Varina High School in 1963. I remember him well. While I haven't seen him since, I am comforted to know he knew the LORD and that he had such an exciting life which he shared with his family and loved ones. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jonah Bowles
December 20, 2009
My best friend.
Debbie Drake Hogue
December 20, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with each of you. I just found out about his illness, I'm sorry I didn't get over to see him. I have so many fond memories over the years of Frank and the whole family. He will always be missed by so many. Love to you all,
Debbie Drake Hogue
Sherrill Mulkearns
December 20, 2009
Ambra and family,
I was so sorry to read about Frank's passing in this morning's paper. Although I didn't know him well, I will never forget all those characters he portrayed so well in the VJWC Dinner Theater plays. May your memories comfort you. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time.
Gary & Mary Johns
December 20, 2009
We are so sorry to read of the passing of Frank. After fighting a long and hard battle with illness, he has now been called home to God. He is now with the friends and loved ones that preceeded him in death and will await all those that will follow.He surely will continue to entertain (and amaze) those he shares eternity with. We will cherish each and every memory of Frank, for there are many. I will never forget the pride he had when Cooper hit his first homerun playing youth league baseball. There is no greater love than a parent displays for his children. Frank had a "tough" exterior but he had a "soft" heart. We will miss him. Our heartfelt sympathies are extended to his family and many friends during this difficult time.
Myra Starnes
December 20, 2009
I met Bronco for the first time when he interviewed me for the secretary's job at Carpenters Local 388. After the interview he called to say that he had given the job to someone else. Three days later he called back and asked if I was still interested the other lady had decided not to leave her current employer. I have always joked with him that I was his second choice. I am very grateful for his second choice. He gave me the opportunity of a lifetime, to be of service to others. He was always a fair boss and Business Representative. He fought for workers rights in Virginia and their benefits are shared by union and non-workers alike. He was a great family man and never missed an opportunity to share his love and pride for his family. He had many gifts given by God and used them to be a witness to others. He will be missed.
Myra, MARCC/VA and Carpenters Local NO. 388
Kathy Isbell
December 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.
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