Eleanor HOLMES Obituary

HOLMES, Eleanor L.
Age 95, passed away Dec. 18 in the presence of her husband, daughter and grandson James Thomas. She was the daughter of the late Manuel and Maria Lopes. Wife for 35 years to her beloved husband Lionel. Mother of Barbara Thomas (Ben), Stephen Androvich (Leann), and the late Jon Dale Androvich. Grandmother of six, great-grandmother of sixteen. Sister of the late Manuel, Joaquim, John, and Angelo Lopes, Mary Silva, Johanna Garcia, and Hilda Dias. She also leaves behind many nieces and nephews.
She retired in 1979 after some 30 years as a State employee, serving as secretary to Lt. Gov. Glenn Anderson and Assemblyman Alan Sieroty, secretary to the Board of Equalization's executive secretary, and administrative assistant to Board member William Bennett.
Active in the Sacramento Portuguese community, she was a member of the Portuguese Historical & Cultural Society, and Cabrillo Civic Club. In earlier years she was active in the Girl Scouts of America, serving as leader of Girl Scout Troop 246 (girls who attended what was then El Dorado Elementary School in the East Sacramento area.)
Eleanor was a kind and generous person, always giving to those less advantaged. She was dearly loved and will be greatly missed.
Thanks to the ACC Nursing Home and Yolo Hospice for the excellent care they gave. Friends are welcome to join the family for inurnment services on Dec 30 at 2pm at St. Mary's Cemetery, 65th Street and 21st Ave., Sacramento

Published by The Sacramento Bee from Dec. 21 to Dec. 25, 2010.
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Grandma, I can't believe that on the 18th it will have already been a year since we lost you. I miss you terribly, and think about you every day. I will never forget everything you ever did for me, will always miss our conversations, and just knowing you were always there for me. My little ones miss you; I am sorry they didn't get a chance to know you as well as Brad and Zachary. I hope you're at peace and that maybe someday we will meet again.

Love Jim

James Thomas

December 16, 2011

Aunt Eleanor, We'll always remember you with love.

Debra Dias

December 22, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I remember how gracious and helpful Eleanor was when we both worked at BOE.

Beverly Amaral

December 22, 2010

Grandma, I hope you know how much you always meant to me; you were like another mother, and I hope you know how much I appreciate all you ever did for me (and my family). You were the one I could always count on, the one who was always there for me, even if it was just to talk. I miss you so much already, knowing I will never see your face or hear your voice anymore, knowing I can't just pick up the phone and tell you how things are going in my life. I know you wouldn't want me to be so sad, and in time it will pass.

I love you and will always remember you.

James Thomas

December 21, 2010

Eleanor was a friend, mother-in-law and served as a role model to many of us, including my daughter (her grandaughter), Kristen Holmes. We enjoyed many meals, gatherings, and discussions with this truly remarkable woman. She will be remembered as a strong, caring woman who loved reading! Rest in peace, Eleanor. You will always be held in joyful memories with us.
Denise Holmes
Kristen Holmes

December 21, 2010

Eleanor was a great step-mother, and I will miss her. She was one of the most positive and good-hearted people I've ever known.

Lucy Ang

December 21, 2010

Eleanor was very kind and always saw the best in others. All that in spite of lifelong chronic pain from multiple back surgeries. I will miss her. -Don Holmes

Don Holmes

December 21, 2010

Barbara, please know my thoughts and prayers are with you today. Your mom is in God's hands now and he always takes care of one of his children. Love, Roberta Purser

Roberta Purser

December 21, 2010

Eleanor was a wonderful mother-in-law and she blessed me greatly in having her become part of my family as I became part of hers. She was always gracious and hospitable to everyone who visited her home. She loved many and will be greatly missed.

Sherri Reese

December 21, 2010

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