South Hill, Virginia
HOLMES, Harry Randolph Sr., of South Hill, entered into resurrection life on Sunday, June 27, 2010 at his residence. He was a charter member of Southside Rescue Squad, a founding member of South Central Gideon Camp, a member of the local chapter of Full Gospel Businessmen, a member of the South Hill United Methodist Church for 61 years serving in many capacities, including head usher. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Jean Thomasson Holmes; two daughters, Ann H. Hardin of South Hill and Claudia H. Stallings and husband, Scott, of Montpelier; a son, H. Randolph Holmes Jr. and wife, Michaux, of Midlothian; five much loved grandchildren, Ben, Drew and Laura Holmes, Hannah and Emily Stallings; several nieces, cousins and devoted friends. Services, Tuesday at 2 p.m. in the South Hill United Methodist Church, with interment in Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation, Monday (tonight), from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Crowder-Hite-Crews Funeral Home and Crematory. Memorial contributions to The Gideons International, P.O. Box 272, South Hill, Va., the Southside Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 546, South Hill, Va. 23970, or the charity of your choice. Online condolences may be sent to www.crowderhitecrews.com.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
I wish I could comfort you, Mrs. Holmes, as you recently gave such sweet comfort to me. Please, just know that I am thinking of you and praying for each of you.
Love, Frankie
Frankie Coleman Doyle
July 01, 2010 | Roanoke, VA
What a wonderful, loving husband, father and grandfather! One of the best men God ever placed on earth. He will be greatly missed and loved forever. I know you are enjoying heaven and I look forward to joining you one day. Love you Dad.
Ann
June 30, 2010 | South Hill, VA
May wonderful memories be a comfort to you and your family at this difficult time. Our thoughts, prayers and love go out to each of you. Anne & Elizabeth
June 30, 2010
Our hearts share your deep and profound loss, and our prayers are for the peace of healing, for joy in memories, and for hope in the power of God that now claims Harry and promises to never let us go. Grace to all of you in these difficult days, and much love!
Charlene and Mark ~ Mechanicsville, Va
June 28, 2010
" We are thinking of you and will keep you in our prayers. Hold fast to your memories. May the peace of Christ comfort you during this difficult time." Patti and Wayne Parris
June 28, 2010
Randy and the entire Holmes family,
So terribly sorry to hear of your father's passing. Pls find solace in knowing that he is no longer in pain and suffering from the cancer with which he was stricken. While I have not seen you in too many years to count, pls. know you and your family are especially in my thoughts during this time.
Patricia Moody
June 28, 2010 | South Hill, VA
Randy -
We know its very difficult right now, but how wonderful to have your Dad for so many years! We're confident you will mix in some tears, but equally certain tomorrow will be a celebration of all the many ways he touched your lives and all the gifts (large and small) he leaves behind in your hearts. We are praying that God's grace will help you, your Mom and your family through this trial.
Bob & Kathy Lacy
June 28, 2010 | Richmond, VA
Side by side as always
Claudia Stallings
June 28, 2010
Dad, Emily and a very entertaining monkey
Claudia Stallings
June 28, 2010
