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Eldridge Holland Obituary

Eldridge McArthur Holland, 65, of Boones Mill, died Saturday, November 15, 2008. He was born December 11, 1942, a son of the late Mary and James Holland. He was also preceded in death by brothers and sisters, Christine Virginia Witcher, Jewell Holland, John Henry Holland, James Leonard Holland, Edward Thomas Holland, Ora Bell Starkey, and James Holland. Mr. Holland is survived by his wife, Kathryn Webb Holland; adopted daughter, Eugenia Marsallas; brothers and sisters, Margaret Smith, Ruth Green, Charlie Robert Holland, Andrew Holland, Edna Price, and Agie Holland. Funeral services will be conducted from Faith Fellowship Church 1 p.m. Tuesday with the Rev. Gary Hoffman officiating. Interment will follow in Mountain View Memorial Park. His family will be receiving friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Flora Funeral Service, 665 South Main Street, Rocky Mount.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Nov. 17, 2008.

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Sue huff

November 19, 2008

Katherine,
I was so sorry to hear about Mac as I wasn't there last Sunday. He is going to be missed by many. I know he was a great inspiration in my life.He was such a joy to talk to and always had an encouraging word when needed. You are in my prayers and thoughts Katherine and may God confort you during this time. Love you Katherine and love you Mac and I know you are rejoicing in Heaven

jo ann perdue woody

November 18, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Judson and Melody LeViner

November 18, 2008

Mac, we are so happy for you, now dancing with the angels. Your voice will stay in my heart and mind, you always made me happy, being the "voice" of the services. We'll never forget the time you came up to Judson and told him that the Lord came to you and told you to tell Judson that he would be blessed. We have been so blessed by you and so much in our lives. We love you and can't wait to dance with you in eternity.

Eyvette Robertson

November 18, 2008

Katherine,
Mac was such an inspiration to our church family. I recall so many times hearing his voice as Pastor would speak and say, "That's All RIGHT". He was a great man and my thoughts and prayers are with you!!

November 18, 2008

Katerine, there are no profound words to express my sadness over Eldridges' passing. He was always a delight and a determined gentleman.You are in my prayers. God's blessings to you
Dana

Annie Gravely

November 17, 2008

Our prayers and thoughts are with you and the family

Melissa Lempeckski

November 17, 2008

Mac is so special and such a role model to so many - I don't even think he realized how much so! I can't imagine the number of crowns he has been given. I can almost see him now jumping, running, and shouting his strong "GLORY's" in Heaven! If I have ever met a man of faith and God's love it was Mac Holland!!! We'll see you again in Glory my friend! :*)

Henry and Sherrie Foley

November 17, 2008

Mac,
Thank you for the blessings which came through you. We love you and we'll miss you, but we will see you again someday.

Joni & Chris Bryant

November 17, 2008

Katherine,
We are thinking of you during your loss. Mac was SUCH an inspiration to us all at Faith Fellowship. He was a man who loved the Lord, and we can all be comforted knowing that he is shouting his praises and "glory to God" in Heaven. We love you.

Winfred Hopkins & Family

November 17, 2008

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Jenny McKillip

November 17, 2008

Mac,
You were a blessing to me. I was just picking about throwing those cruches in the dumpster, I know now you have and you are dancing and singing in heaven with Jesus.

Vanessa Perdue

November 17, 2008

Church wont be the same without Mac being there to shout out "glory" or "amen" I'm going to miss that big smile that you always can count on seeing on his face when you first walk in. He was always such a happy person no matter what his troubles and he always always gave God all the praise!! I know the praise and worship in Heaven is so much better with him there now....but I'm sure going to miss having him down here on ours... :( ... I love you Kathy...just remember Mac's words... "God is good all the time, and all the time God is good" God will be the one to see you through all of this! I'll be praying for you and your family!

November 17, 2008

Kathy

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and we know he is walking the streets of gold without pain and crutches and Daddy (Pop WRight) welcomed him with a hug and perfect mind. God is So Good- Love you, Bobbie, Ronnie Williams and Betty Wright

Mayree Robertson

November 17, 2008

To the family,
Thinking of you at this difficult time.
You have our sympathy.
The last time we saw Mac.That is what we called him.He said I have gotten my life straighten out.I said Praise the Lord!That was several years ago.Love and Prayers.
Taylor and Mayree Robertson

Sharon Gray-Garrett

November 17, 2008

Kathy: My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. "Uncle Mac" you will be missed. Love ya, Sharon

Debbie Lemons

November 17, 2008

I know heaven is cheering and happy this morning to have Mac there just as he always put a smile on so many faces in church when he would shout his love for God. Peace to you Kathy, may God be your strength and comfort during this difficult time. We love you.

Blaine and Helen Walters

November 17, 2008

Kathryn, Blaine and I are sorry to hear about Mac. Blaine and I will never forget the time we meet you both at Natural Bridge for the first time. Life is a stepping stone because we both meet and started talking. You all where looking for a church and we knew just the right one (Faith Fellowship). God is so good in directing are paths in life. We pray that God will direct your path at this time, in life. You are Blessed to have Mac in your life. (A Fantastic Person)!

Rhonda Finney

November 17, 2008

His battle is over….his journey has just begun. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Our sincere condolences.

Love, thoughts, & prayers,
Rhonda, Mickayla & Darrius Finney

Sharlene Almond

November 17, 2008

God has received this man into His Holy Place. Now those of us who are left will greatly miss Mac's powerful personal expressions of love for his God and Father. May God give comfort and peace to Katherine in this time of grieving.

Rainy Grello

November 17, 2008

Mac you were an inspiration in my life
I feel very Blessed to have had you as my friend. Your presence will be missed, even though you arent here in flesh, we can be assured that you are with us in spirit
Your Sister in Christ
Rainy

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