RONALD KELLY HOLLAND

RONALD KELLY HOLLAND, died at home on Wednesday, April 12, 2023, surrounded by his loving wife and daughter, after a long goodbye. He was born Nov. 12, 1948 and raised in Orleans, Ind. He studied one year at Indiana University and then miraculously survived a severe traumatic brain injury in June, 1967. He overcame many obstacles during his unexpected recovery and then God led him to Fort Wayne, Ind., where he met and married Sandra Holland, 48 years ago. He was a devoted follower of Jesus. He was a great husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He was an avid fisherman. He loved his service dogs, Morris, Bear and Macho. He was kind, gentle and faithful. He endured much pain during his life, but was never one to complain, instead would matter-of-factly state, "It will be ok when it stops hurting." "He will be greatly missed, but we will be ok when it stops hurting. We will see you again." He is survived by his loving wife, Sandy Holland; daughter, Rachel (Jason) Voorhies, with grandchildren Sierra, Jackson and Katie Voorhies; son-in-law, Brad Bultemeier, with granddaughters, Maddie and Becca Bultemeier; sister, Rae (Wayne) Conley, in Florida; many nieces, nephews, and loving friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Raymond Holland; mother, Irene Holland; two sisters, Joan Landreth and Rochelle Infante; one brother, Roger Holland; and daughter, Sarah Bultemeier. A funeral service is 1 p.m. Monday, April 17, 2023, at Covington Memorial Funeral Home, 8408 Covington Road, Fort Wayne (IN 46804), with calling one hour prior. Visitation also from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday April 16, 2023, also at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Turnstone, 3320 N Clinton St., Fort Wayne (IN 46805). Burial will take place at Covington Memorial Gardens, Fort Wayne, Ind.