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Deloise Hollis Obituary

affectionately known as "Lit Tut", of Gary, Indiana passed away Saturday February 8, 2020 in South Shore Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was a Gary resident for 59 years, formerly of Tuskegee, Alabama. She retired from Southlake Nursing facility and was a member of First A. M. E. Church for 53 years. Survived by Son Jerry Hollis Sr. of Charlotte, NC; daughter-in-law Davella Hollis; two grandchildren Jerry Hollis, Jr. and Stojanna Hollis and one great granddaughter J'yana Salton and a host of other relatives and friends. Visitation Saturday February 15, 2020 from 9-11:00a.m. Family hour 10-11:00a.m. with funeral services to follow at 11:00a.m. All services at First A. M. E. Church 2045 Massachusetts Street. Interment Evergreen Cemetery.

Published by Post-Tribune on Feb. 13, 2020.
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R.I.P. Dee.Heaven received a beautiful angel. To the family I am sorry for your loss. I worked with Dee several years ago and she was such a caring person. God Bless

Rhonda

February 14, 2020

May the God of all comfort sustain your family during the days ahead Psalms 119:76

February 14, 2020

I never got a chance to met your mom Jerri,but I can tell how wonderful she was just by knowing you. We reflect the best parts of our parents thanks to the loving way they raised us. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Jodi

jodi motley

February 14, 2020

Raymond Peeples

February 13, 2020

My prayers are with the Family. I remember Ms.Deloise when I was a litle girl on 21st Jefferson St. back in the 60s.She was such a nice lady. May she rest in peace.

Cathy Russell

February 13, 2020

My friend I will truly miss you and think about all the good times we shared ❤
Rest In Heaven Dee God Has Gained Another Angel

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February 13, 2020

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15

Visitation

9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

First A. M. E. Church

2045 Massachusetts Street., IN

Feb

15

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

First A. M. E. Church

IN

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Guy & Allen Funeral Directors, Inc.

2959 West 11th Avenue, Gary, IN 46404

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