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His manager, Linda Knipe, says the Cambria resident died on Saturday at a care home in Morro Bay from kidney failure and complications of a stroke.
During a career that spanned nearly seven decades, Holloway's versatility and driving swing style kept him much in demand. He performed with legends such as Billie Holiday, B.B. King, Lionel Hampton and Aretha Franklin.
He played for jazz fans around the world and performed in Europe as late as last October.
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21 Entries
Cheryl Holden
February 25, 2016
Celebrating a life that spanned nearly seven decade of performing is worth remembering. So as you (the entire family ) celebrate a life well- lived, may your hearts be filled with joy and laughter, as you recall all the"happy" time you shared together (psalm 90:10)
~francine f
February 25, 2014
My sincere sympathy to the entire family. I am sorry for your loss hold tight to fond memories you have of Mr. Holloway and may they bring you joy, laughter and peace, but most of all comfort. knowing that God cares for you and your family and he will help you in your time of need. And may your family and friend be a source of encouragement At 1 Pet. 5:7, He invites you to "throw all your anxiety upon Him and."Continue to rely on God for strength during this difficult time.
Earl W. "Lil Red" Holloway
March 16, 2012
I will truly miss our talks and the sweet sounds you made.
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Anne Franklin
February 29, 2012
I enjoyed Mr. Holloway's music and met him recently in LA at a Sunday brunch he played with Plas Johnson. What a dear man he was. He brought joy to so many lives.
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February 28, 2012
“He is making wars to cease to the extremity of the earth. The bow he breaks apart and does cut the spear in pieces; the wagons he burns in the fire.”—Psalm 46:9.
February 28, 2012
Red was a member of the Lions Club of Cambria for many years. He will be sorely missed. I remember, just last year, Red was in town from one of his many worldly ventures. He came to one of the Lions dinners and performed for us for over an hour. We could not get enough of Red's wonderful sound. He will be playing his tune in heaven, now. We all will miss him dearly. Teri Lord
February 28, 2012
He will be sorely missed around Cambria: always ready to stop and chat, tell where he was off to next and of course, the memorable occasions when he played to packed audiences at the Hamlet.
God bless, Red, and God speed to your next gig.
Alyssa
February 28, 2012
Mr. Holloway was among the greatest. He will be missed. May the God of peace help you all to cope with your loss.
Philippains 4.7
Ann Dameron
February 28, 2012
To the Family of James Holloway. I am so sorry for your loss and so are many others. Melody and harmony appears to be built into all of us. And you have only to hear the cheerful melody of a songbird or the soothing rhythm of lapping waves to know that music is a loving gift from our happy Creator. Music is medicine to the soul and to be able to have such a gift is a truly a blessing. James 1:17 says: . . .Every good gift and every perfect present is from above, for it comes down from the Father of the [celestial] lights, and with him there is not a variation of the turning of the shadow.
o b
February 28, 2012
My deepest sympathy to the family for the passing of your beloved James "Red" Holloway. God comforts those in mourning. Please find comfort in prayer (Isaiah 61:2).
February 28, 2012
TO THE HOLLOWAY FAMILY WE WILL LIKE TO SHARE WITH YOU AT PSALMS 90:10 IN THEMSELVES THE DAYS OF OUR YEARS ARE SEVENTY YEARS; AND IF BECAUSE OF SPECIAL MIGHTINESS THEY ARE EIGHTY YEARS, JAMES " RED" HOLLOWAY WAS ONE OF THE MIGHTY ONES.
Scott Chamberland
February 28, 2012
Rest in Peace
February 28, 2012
To the the family of James Holloway - May God give you peace and comfort through his word and the Lord Jesus Christ during this time of sorrow, I know that "Red" will be missed by many.
Victoria~Andrew
February 27, 2012
In the eyes of
the Lord
Life continues
Time after time
life continues
Time to live
and live again
in the next one @
to Jazz music thanks
James 'RED'Holloway
Our condolences to the
Holloway Family God Bless
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
February 27, 2012
In celebration of a life well-lived and music created that shall live on forever.
ahmad abdul jabbaar
February 27, 2012
i heard the great red hollaway and art hillary along with drummer kenny dixson at the parisian room in los angeles as they were the house band for this great jazz club that had the likes of max roach ,eddie jefferson ,and many others play there.i stayed down the street on the side of the ebony showcase theatre that was owned and operated by amos and andy actor nick(lightning) stewart.very happenning part of the city.rest in peace mr.hollaway
February 27, 2012
Sorry to hear of the death of your love one may the God of all comfort give you hope at this time knowing that your love one will live again in paradise never to get sick and die again.
C. Nabor
February 27, 2012
Mr. Holloway was among the greatest. He will truly be missed. May the God of all comfort help you all to cope with your loss.
Joseph Howard
February 27, 2012
Rest in Peace Mr Holloway . Thanks for bringing joy into this world though your music . God,s blessings to the family and friends .
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