Louis Edward Holmes

Louis Edward Holmes, 95, of Bonham, TX, passed away on November 21, 2025. He was born on October 23, 1930 in East St. Louis, Illinois. Arrangements are under the direction of Wise Funeral Home Bonham, TX. 

Louis joined the U.S. Army in 1949 and achieved the rank of Sargent. He was a Korean War Veteran. His military service and dedication to his country was something he was very proud of. Louis married the love of his life Edna Earl Holt on June 10, 1951. Louis became a Christian on December 9, 1956, and in1962 became the minister at Bethel Baptist Church in Grapevine, TX. He faithfully served there as pastor for 42 years. His walk with the Lord was evident to all that knew him.  Louis retired from the pulpit 2004. At the time of his passing Edna and Louis had been married for 74 years. He has left a legacy of faith and devotion to his family and friends. 

Louis was preceded in death by his parents Johnny and Virginia Holmes, sisters Jesse and Phyllis, and brothers Leonard and Gene. He is survived by his wife, Edna Holmes, and his children, Louis A. Holmes (Jan) and Jeanne Peterson (Jeff). He also has left behind five grandchildren, Eric Holmes, Erin Jacobus (Shane), Michelle Herb (Karl), Michael Peterson (Cassandra), and Crystal Kolb (Scott). He also has five great grandchildren, Jovie Jacobus, Zed Jacobus, Emma Herb, Ryker Kolb, and Heidi Kolb.

Services will be at Central Baptist Church, Bonham, TX, November 26, 2025, at 2pm. Viewing will be 1hr prior with burial following at Willow Wild Cemetery, Bonham, TX.