Edward Vincent Holley

Obituary of Edward Vincent Holley

With heavy hearts, the family announces the unexpected passing of Edward Vincent Holley at the age of 69 on March 25, 2026, in his home in Houston, Texas. He was born on October 15, 1956, raised, and graduated in Marion, Indiana. Edward was a father, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend. He gave generously, was strong-willed, loved to read novels, enjoyed cooking and feeding people, kept a large collection of music, enjoyed art, travel, woodworking, and technology. Edward became an avid saltwater fisherman and was always excited about going on fishing tours.
Mr. Edward Holley proudly gave and devoted his entire life to serving this country (including war/campaigns) in the U.S. Army until retirement (1975-1996) as E-8 Master Sergeant (1st Sergeant, Combat Engineer, Senior Sergeant, and Instructor for Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge).
Edward is the father of Byron and Samantha Holley, and he has one granddaughter; Brother - Millard Holley; Sisters - Nancy Jolynn Holley, Una Regina Holley-Washington, and Sylinda Holley; Nephews - Corey Black, Chance Washington, and Stephen Holley; Niece - Lindsay Holley; great- nephews and nieces; Special Cousin (Syvilla Pristel); and Terry Hawkins, his best friend and brother. Edward had wonderful, caring friends all around the world.
A celebration of life will take place at a later date in Houston and Marion.