Derek Anthony Holley

Derek Anthony Holley obituary, Livingston, TX

Derek Anthony Holley

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Feb

28

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2873 E. FM 1988, Livingston, TX 77351

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Derek Holley Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Cochran Funeral Home - Livingston on Feb. 24, 2026.
Derek Anthony Holley Age 65 of Livingston Texas passed away on February 8, 2026
Peacefully in his sleep

Born on October 26,1960 in Nashville Tennessee to Bill and LaHoma Holley [Brother's Marc, Troy, Scott, Rex, Lance was a beloved brother, son, and Father and a cherished member of the Livingston community. He graduated from Livingston High School in 1979 and went on to have a fulfilling career Selling Cars in the Auto Industry for 40 years.

Known for his Cowboy Ways, infectious laugh, heart of gold, and Cowboy sense of Humor, Derek was happiest when he was talking about his children, life adventures(which he had plenty). He loved to hunt and fish, he was an Awesome Cook and he loved to TALK. His family will always remember the way he would NEVER change for anyone or anybody and he was THE BEST SALESMAN we had ever seen.

He is survived by his children, Hayne, Harrison, Hunter and Sterling; and his siblings, Marc, Troy, Scott, Lance. He was preceded in death by his parents Bill Holley and Lahoma Holley and his brother Rex Holley.

Service Information:

Date: February 28,2026
Time: 1PM till 3PM
Location: Peebles Cemetary 2873 E. FM 1988 Livingston Texas 77351

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Upcoming Events

Feb

28

Funeral service

1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Peebles Cemetery

2873 E. FM 1988, Livingston, TX 77351

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Only 3 days left for delivery to next service.