Photo courtesy of Boxwell Brothers Funeral Home - Perryton
Perryton, Texas
Jul 17, 1940 – Sep 23, 2019
Gerald Lane Holmes, 79, of Perryton, Texas, died Monday, September 23, 2019 in Amarillo, Texas. His body will be available for viewing at Boxwell Brothers Funeral Home in Perryton Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, September 25, 26, and 27, 2019 from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. The family will receive visitors at Boxwell Brothers Funeral Home in Perryton on Thursday and Friday, September 26 and 27, 2019 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. A celebration of life service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Home, Inc. of Perryton, Texas.
Mr. Holmes was born on July 17, 1940 in Hobart, Oklahoma. He graduated from Oklahoma State University and subsequently married Carol Morrison on August 24th, 1965, in Healdton, Oklahoma. He was an accomplished artist. He was the illustrator for Hank the Cow Dog since the beginning of the series. He loved fishing and hunting and loved fly fishing and tying flies.
Mr. Holmes is survived by his wife Carol of Perryton, Texas; two sons, Christopher Holmes of Santa Fe, New Mexico, and Heath Holmes and wife Danette of Grandview, Texas; one sister, Francis Hall of Waurika, Oklahoma; and two grandsons, Garrett Holmes and Paden Holmes.
Mr. Holmes was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters.
The family requests memorials be to one’s favorite charity.
I worked with Gerald at Kencope for six years. He was one of the kindest people I have ever met. Carol will keep you and your family in my prayers. My love to all of you!
Denise Morrow
September 27, 2019 | Perryton, TX | Friend
Our thoughts and prayers. With sympathy, Lynn and Waynetta Jordan
Lynn and Waynetta Jordan
September 26, 2019 | Follett, TX | Friend
Though we didn't know Mr. Holmes personally, we knew him through his illustrations of Hank the Cowdog. It was clear he understood humor, had an appreciation for children, and knew how to compliment the written word perfectly through his art. We have been blessed by his handiwork and efforts through the years, and are grateful for the inspiration and enjoyment he added to our lives. May the Lord comfort you during this time of separation, and give you hope and assurance for a joyful reunion...
Bonnie White
September 26, 2019 | Terrell, TX
Gerald was the kindest and best neighbor a person could have. I will miss my friend so very much. Carol, there arent enough words to describe how much I love the two of you
Wanda DeWitt
September 25, 2019 | Perryton, TX | Neighbor
We love you Carol. Our prayers are with your family. Gerald was a great man!
Richard&Michele Smith
September 25, 2019 | Sulphur Springs, TX | Friend
So sorry for your loss!!! My thoughts and prayers are with you all!!!
Kay Merkel
September 24, 2019 | Perryton
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Carol.
Jody Morris
September 24, 2019 | Rockdale, TX | Friend
