Jayce Zy’Kell Holmes

Jayce Zy’kell Holmes, beloved son of James and Dr. Artoryia Holmes,

was born on September 1, 2018, in Raleigh, North Carolina. He

entered eternal rest on November 30, 2025.

Jayce was a fighter from the very beginning. At birth, he faced

serious kidney complications. Through every challenge, he showed

strength far beyond his years. As his condition progressed from

Stage 2 Chronic Kidney Disease to end stage kidney failure, Jayce

began dialysis at just four years old. Even during the hardest

moments, he kept a bright smile and a joyful spirit. His happiness

could light up a room. He especially loved watching his favorite

movie, The Bee Movie.

Affectionately known as Jayce Man, he worked hard at his therapy

appointments and never backed down from a challenge. His

courage, joy, and determination touched everyone who knew him.

Jayce was preceded in death by his grandparents, Dr. Billy H.

Newton, Larry D. Sanders, Anne-Marie Holmes, and Michael Holmes.

He leaves to cherish his memory his loving parents, James and Dr.

Artoryia Holmes; two brothers, Sire Holmes and Zavien Holmes;

four sisters, Zaya Holmes, Jayla Holmes, Alaya Holmes, and Aleiya

Holmes, all siblings of the home; grandmothers, Lady Clara Newton

and Olivia Sanders of Smithfield, North Carolina; four uncles,

Christian Maas (Manu) of Germany, Mitchell Holmes Jr. (Karen) of

Raleigh, North Carolina, Dwayne Sanders, and Kenneth Howell

(Michelle) of Smithfield, North Carolina; three aunts, Tesa Sanders

Lackey (Jeffery) of Smithfield, North Carolina, LaQuada Sanders of

Raleigh, North Carolina, and Pamela Nicholson of Smithfield, North

Carolina; along with a host of cousins, great aunts, great uncles,

other relatives, and friends.

Jayce will be remembered for his strength, his smile, and the love he

brought into this world.