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Kenneth HOLMES Obituary
A native of Waterville, Maine, he was enlisted in the U.S. Army from 1967-1969, where he trained with the 82nd ABN. He was an Army Ranger and served in Vietnam during which he received the Purple Heart. He was a senior vice-president with Chesapeake Homes and loved the building trade. He also enjoyed fishing, boating and anything involving the water.
Kenneth was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Rose Marie Holmes; and his brother, Michael Holmes.
Survivors include his wife, Gricelda Patricia Holmes; two daughters, Jennifer Holmes Miller and Ashley Holmes Wagoner (Arthur); three sons, Scott, Nicholas and Patrick Holmes; stepson, Juan Gallardo; stepdaughter, Linda Gallardo; two grandsons, Harrison and Christopher Wistock; granddaughter, Olivia Wehrli; his brother, John Holmes (Deborah); and sister, Linda Marie Holmes Hannon (Bill).
The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2012, at Altmeyer Funeral Home, Riverside Chapel. A memorial service will be conducted at 7 p.m. Inurnment in Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veteran Cemetery will be held at a later day.
Cremation Society of Virginia is in charge of arrangements. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kenneth HOLMES
Anita Holmes
October 22, 2012
Ken, you will always be in my heart. Rest in Peace, you're not suffering anymore. You'll never be forgotten.
Carolyn Greaud, Realtor
September 25, 2012
Safely home, Ken...you fought well. Talented builder! Enjoyed selling those houses. Thank you for serving our country. Rest in peace.
William M Hannon
September 25, 2012
Ken my friend, You have had a long hard journey, now You rest in peace. I will always remember the many happy times that were had at the Outer Banks. Rest peacefully My Friend.
ralph & lorraine pisani
September 24, 2012
our prayers are with you ken rest in peace and thankyou for your heroic service to our country you shall never be forgotten
Bernard and Jeannette Gore
September 24, 2012
We are very sorry to have to say goodbye to a wonderful neighbor and friend. We really enjoyed our times together out on the bay or in our backyards. Towing you off sand bars will always be a fun topic when your name comes up and believe us, you will not be forgotten. We honor you for your service in Vietnam. God Bless You --- Bernie and Jeannette Gore
Deborah Holmes
September 23, 2012
Ken, You will be greatly missed,You are finally home, I have lit a candle for you brother a sign of knowing that your candle will always be burning,Rest in Peace now,May God be with you...Love you Ken
John Holmes
September 23, 2012
To my brother Ken, as I have always said, Welcome Home, God will take care of you know, I love you brother, You will be truly be missed.
John Holmes
September 23, 2012
To my brother Ken, You will truly be missed, as I have always, Welcome home, God will take care of you now. I love you brother.
John Holmes
September 23, 2012
To my brother Ken, You will truly be missed, as I have always said, Welcome home, and God will take care of you know. I love you brother.
September 23, 2012
I love you brother Ken you were like a father to me.I will miss you dearly and know you are with Mom,Dad and Micheal.We will love and miss you always. Love Billy,Linda Bosco and say Hi to Scoutie...
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