Elijah Holmes Obituary
Mr. Holmes transitioned into eternity Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at the age of 78.
The Commemoration of Life will begin with a public visitation, Friday, February 13, 2026, from 2:00pm until 5:00pm at Carter Funeral Home.
The Farewell Life Celebration will be held Saturday, February 14, 2026, at 2:00pm from the sanctuary of the Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 3431 Lee Loop Rd., Union Springs, AL.
The eulogy will be given by Reverend Willie Hubbard, Jr.
Interment will follow in the Mt. Zion Baptist Church Cemetery.
The Staff of Carter Funeral Home is honored to be entrusted with the End-of-Life Care of the late Mr. Elijah Holmes, Jr.
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Services
Visitation 2 PM to 5 PM
Feb
13
Carter Funeral Home
109 Holcombe Ave
Union Springs, AL 36089
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Interment
Feb
14
Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery
3431, Lee Loop Rd
Union Springs, , AL 36089
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Farewell Celebration
Feb
14
Mt. Zion Baptist Church
3431 Lee Loop Road
Union Springs, AL 36089
2:00 PM
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