Christopher Allen Holleman

Christopher Holleman Obituary

Chris Holleman, 45, passed away Thanksgiving Day after a relatively brief illness, surrounded by his family. Chris is preceded in death by his grandparents, JA (Pete) and Margaret Holleman and Bruce and Reba Malpass and uncle Jimmy (Pete) Malpass. Survivors include his wife, Brenda Staton Holleman; two sons, Jesse and wife, Brandy of Franklinton, and Brandon of Youngsville; three grandchildren, Ben, Jenna and Logan. Also by his mother Judy Malpass May and husband, Roger; father, J. Allen Holleman and wife, Barbara; sister, Lisa Jensen and husband, Bob and children, Chelsea and Couper all of Raleigh; step-sisters, Johanna Song, Chalene Fleming and Lisa Edmondson; step-brothers, Scott Batko and Roger May, Jr.; mother and father in-law, Donna and Frank Griffin; brothers in-law, Monty and Mike Staton. Chris was blessed with a large family including aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He loved his work as an electrician and his association with the friends he worked with over many years, and his large extended group of close friends. A memorial service and celebration of Chris’ life is planned at Hayes Barton United Methodist Church on Saturday, December 5, 2009 at 4:00 p.m. Visitation will be at the church from 3:00-4:00 p.m. As Chris was so easy going, casual attire is most appropriate for the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one’s choice. Arrangements by Bryan-Lee Funeral Home, 831 Wake Forest Rd. Raleigh.

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Published by The News & Observer from Nov. 29 to Dec. 3, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Christopher Holleman

6 Entries

Melissa Woodall

December 10, 2009

My deepest sympathy to all of Chris's family. Chris was a good man and has two wonderful son's who are in my prayers as well as his wife and mother ,father and sister too.We will all see you again one day and go ridin in that pinto again!

December 4, 2009

My friend, Virginia, shared one of her first memories of Chris with me.

Thought you all might enjoy knowing how
he got his start in the electrical field.

"We were visiting with Butch and Judy in Morehead when Chris was just a little toddler.

I recall that all he wanted to do was
flip the light switch on and off so my
husband, Bill, held him there for a long time as he was really into seeing the light come on and go off. What an adorable little guy he was."

My sincerest condolences to all of you.

Virginia Watson

November 30, 2009

When I look at his pitchure all I can think of is the good old days. We had some good times. Even though I had not seen Chris in a while his passing on is such a shock, Looking at his face I just can't believe it. Life is short, never let a day go by that you don't tell those close to you how much they mean to you and how much you love them. Brenda, Jesse, and Brandon my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love you all very much. Chris will be so missed by all those who knew him. He will always be in our hearts, and left so many memories. Love you all.

Ginnie

November 30, 2009

The first time we met Chris he must have been around five or six years old. Chris and my son Walt became friends and spent lots of time together. He went for weekends with us to White Lake and always was such a easy child and so sweet. I can see that cute little fellow now with the blond hair and my son with all the dark hair playing in the water and having fun. We just do not think past those good times. I can truly say though that they were enjoyed and have been talked about often. I looked at my son Thanksgiving day and thought how I take each visit and time spent together for granted. Not any more. We must all make each visit and time together special and cherish the minutes. It was a bitter sweet day for us once we learned that Chris had gone to something better. As we grow up we lose touch with friends and then it is too late. If you have a friend you have not spoken to in sometime, stop and give them a call. We never know what that call may do to help a friend through the day or through a bad time. Friends are hard to come by and we need to cherish the ones we have.

Butch and Judy we are thinking about each of you and your families during this time. James and I both were so sad to hear Chris had passed on. Even though we know he is in a better place is still is hard. We were with Walt and his family and Walt was also quite sad.

We will think of all of you during this time of sadness.

Linda and James Clark, Cary, NC.

Ann Collier

November 29, 2009

The first time I met Chris was at his father-in-laws funeral in 2005, he smiled at me when Brenda introduced him to her Aunt Ann, just like he knew me forever, he'd been in the family for years he was either working or we were in a hurry to get back to Ohio, he gave me the biggest hug ever, and invited us out sometimes, well that sometimes never came life is to short, we need to love one another and tell one
another that we love them we sure can't rock the casket and shake it to tell our loved ones "I Love You", take time out and give someone you love a hug and tell them you love them. To the family of Chris may God be with you and take care of you, (Chris's Mom and Dad), Brenda, Aunt Ann loves you and always will, Jessee and Brandon, Aunt Ann loves you guys take care and God Bless.

Ken Harris

November 29, 2009

Brenda and Family,
My deepest condolences. I have been thinking about you alot lately but was not sure where you were living. I have always thought alot of both of you and I'm really saddened to hear about Chris! Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Ken Harris

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