Erna L. Holland

Erna Holland Obituary

Erna L. (Jensen) Holland, Erna was born in Denmark on March 24, 1914. Her family moved from Denmark to South Dakota in 1920. She was an excellent student and it didn't take her long to learn the English language and to excel in school. She went to business school after high school, and then worked as secretary to the Administrator of Veterans Administration in Michigan. She married James Holland in 1955 and they moved to Washington D.C., where they both worked for the Federal Government. Erna had the distinction of typing President Dwight D. Eisenhower's inaugural speech. Erna and Jim were living at the Watergate Apartments at the time of the break-in. After spending many vacations in Sun City West they decided to make their permanent residence here in 1984. Erna passed away peacefully on June 30, 2008. She is survived by her husband James, sister Norma Wright of Surprise, AZ, and brother Harvey Jensen of Ann Arbor, MI. The family wishes to thank Hospice of the Valley for their loving care.-

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Jul. 9, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Erna Holland

14 Entries

David & Blythe Heffelfinger

August 2, 2008

Erna was always pleasant, appreciative and spoke well of others every time that I recall being around her. Her care for Jim was constant and inspiring. She will be missed.

Harvey Jensen

August 1, 2008

I missed a lot of school due to illness as a child. My sisters Erna and Norma helped me study at home so I could keep my grades up, and they also helped care for me. For many years Erna and I exchanged phone calls every Saturday....it's a day when I shall miss her the most. Since Erna and I were the youngest in our family we were very close throughout our lives. I'm happy she is at rest, but I sure do miss her. I love you Erna. Your brother Harvey.

Chris Luettecke

July 27, 2008

Thank you for always sharing your smile. Enjoy your wings. I look forward to seeing you again, but I hope to beat your record. Maybe you can help me accomplish that goal.

David &Vincenza Holland

July 10, 2008

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

James R. & Vivian Holland

July 8, 2008

Our thoughts go out to all the family during this time. We are so happy we were able to spend time with both Erna and James recently when we visited them in early June. Erna remained bright and cheerful until the end. Our family will miss her.

Hope Rockwell

July 8, 2008

I remember when you joined our family. Growing up I remember your visits to us with Uncle Jim and Grandma, and our trips to Cooper's Rocks (one of my favorite places). Our last visit was when we brought Daddy to see you. I'm glad we had our talk just on Saturday before your passing. Give my parents my love when you see them. Will miss you!

Love,
Hope & Jim

Chip Heffelfinger

July 7, 2008

Cousin Erna was a gentle blessing to our family. I remember the quiet calm she presented to family get togethers. She will be missed.

Jeff & Drene Heffelfinger

July 7, 2008

Erna, will be missed in all of our hearts & lives. She IS Jims angel & is still watching over him, you are already missed !

Sherri Williams

July 7, 2008

I enjoyed getting to know Erna over the past year here at Freedom Inn at Sun City West. She had so much care and compassion for others even though she had so many challenges herself. She always had a kind word, a genuine smile, and more patience than I ever knew existed. I will remember her always.

Marti Luettecke

July 7, 2008

Our dear beloved Aunt. We had many wonderful visits over the years and (in more recent years) many long
phone visits. We will truly miss you.
Love
Marti & Herbert

Sherry Dunn

July 7, 2008

Erna's smile and warm and gentle personality will be missed by us. She truly was a special lady.

John Heffelfinger

July 5, 2008

We already miss you Erna. Rest well dear one, knowing that you provided love and excellent care to Jim, especially the past several years while his memory was declining, and you also arranged to continue quality care for those remaining years while you await for him. We love you very much. John and Ione Heffelfinger (cousins)

Frank & Eleanor Muscari

July 5, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Frank & Eleanor Muscari

July 5, 2008

Mr.& Mrs. Frank Muscari would like to express our sympathy to her husband James & Sister Norma Wright,she was a wonderful lady and we loved her very much,we will continue to see James at the Freedom Inn, May God console the other Relatives,& Bro.Harvey Jensen .

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