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SPRINGFIELD - John Madison Holland, MD, 82, of Springfield, went to be with the Lord at 12:35 pm, Tuesday, August 24, 2010 at St. John's Hospice surrounded by family members. He was born October 7, 1927 in Holden, WV, the son of O.I. and Lou Vena Holland. He married Mary Louise Bourne in Harrodsburg, KY in 1950. They have three children; John David (wife Margaret) Holland of Chatham, Stephen Lee Holland (friend: Lois Walsh) of Saratoga Springs, NY and Nancy Louise (husband Randy) Pickett of Chatham; seven grandchildren Andrew Holland, Peter (Leanne) Holland, Charissa (Lucas) Motley, Rebecca Holland, Brent (Ashley) Pickett, Matt Pickett and Melissa Pickett and 1 great grandson Ethan.
He graduated from Eastern Kentucky University in 1949 and University of Louisville Medical School in 1952. After graduating he went into training at St. Joseph Infirmary in Louisville. He served from 1953-1955 in the US Air Force Medical Service as a Captain in Pennsylvania. Dr. Holland began practicing family medicine with Dr. Paul LaFata in Springfield, IL in 1955 which became the Physicians Group, where he practiced until 1980. He served as St. John's Hospital's first Medical Director from 1971-1995. He then served as Medical Director for St. John's Hospice from 1995-2010. He was active in developing the Community Blood Bank and paramedic programs. He served 12 years in the State Professional Medical Licensure Board. Since the 1980's he was a Clinical Professor of Family Practice with the SIU School of Medicine teaching end of life and hospice care. He was a Past President of St. John's Hospital Medical Staff and The Illinois Academy of Family Physicians. In 1970 he became a Charter Member of the American Board of Family Practice and in 2001 a member of the American Board of Palliative and Hospice Medicine. He was a member of South 7th Street-Cherry Hills Baptist Church since 1957. He was active in several building programs and Co-Chaired the Church's 100th Anniversary Committee in 2004. He was also a deacon and Sunday School teacher.
With life membership in the Sangamon County Medical Society he has chaired the Community Health Committee, leading the 1995-2005 efforts toward merging the City and County Health Departments. His Honors have included the Illinois State Medical Society, Public Service Award in 1996, the March of Dimes Humanitarianism Award in 2001, the SIU Family Practice Resident "Teacher of the Year" Award in 2003 and the Copley (Illinois State Journal Register) First Citizen Award in 2004. He received the John M. Holland, MD Community Health Service Award, which was created in his honor, and presented to him, by the Sangamon County Medical Society in 2007.
He enjoyed gardening, model trains and spending time with his family.
A visitation will be from 3-7 p.m., Sunday, August 29, 2010 at Cherry Hills Baptist Church. A lie in state will be held at Cherry Hills Baptist Church from 10:30-11 a.m., Monday, August 30, 2010 with a funeral service at 11 a.m., with Pastor Jeff Nelsen and Reverend David Holland officiating. Burial will be in Oak Ridge Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Cherry Hills Baptist Building Fund or St. John's Hospital Foundation for Hospice.
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Thomas E. Crawford
April 27, 2023
Dr. Holland delivered me @ 4:30pm 15 August 1960... Good job Doc...!
Joan Coyne(Smith)
September 2, 2010
Doctor Holland took care of me from th time I was a little girl. When I became pregnant with my first child, he took good care of me but also teased me a lot.He helped me through a difficult pregnancy and delivery with professionalism and respect.
i just found out about his passing when I spoke to a relative the other day. The funny thing about that, is he was in my thoughts anyway last week and I thought of looking him up on the internet. To me, this just shows how much he touched many people. I live in Arizona now but my thoughts will be with all of you for your loss. If we remember the many gifts he gave all of us, this might help with the loss. God bless all of you.
September 2, 2010
My sincerest sympathy for your loss. Dr. Holland was my doctor and my six siblings. I remember many times him coming out to our house to make house calls. There were seven of us so my family kept him very busy. He was a genuine article. I will always remember him with great admiration. May God comfort you in the days ahead.
Mary (Sullivan)Cullen
August 30, 2010
My deepest sympathy to the family of Dr. Holland. To a man who was an encourager and, who devoted much of his life to EMS and the advancement of all of his students. I was in his paramedic class in 1984, and his influence is still felt today. Thank you Dr. Holland--you will be missed but never forgotten! Dennis Wilham (Chestnut, Il)
Val Fay
August 30, 2010
Dear Louise and family,
You have my deepest sympathies. Doc was a truely great man. He, along with your entire family, did so much for us when our little girl was diagnosed with a deadly brain tumor in 1994. I know he was very busy as medical director at the time but somehow he made time to check on her care at St. Johns. We are so glad to have had the priviledge of knowing him.
Del & Elaine Angelo
August 30, 2010
Dr Holland was our doctor for 4 children. He was an excellent doctor, friend and Christian man. We hold him in high regard. He will be missed by all who knew him. God bless his family.
August 30, 2010
Mrs. Holland and Family: Rodger and I wanted to express our condolences on the passing of Dr. Holland. God blessed him with such wonderful gifts, and he used those gifts to bless so many families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Rodger and Cindy (Grove) Wunderlich
Peggy Donelan Goone
August 30, 2010
My deepest sympathy to the family of Dr Holland. My father, Dr Earl Donelan, worked with him over the years and had the deepest respect for him. My family was very fortunate that Dr. Holland was with Hospice when my mother passed away in 2002 and when my father went into Hospice Care a year before he passed. My father would light up when his friend, John came to see him and they would talk about the old days. Dr Holland's passing is a great loss,but I am sure that he is surrounded in heaven by a loving, grateful group of souls.
Carl Galloway
August 30, 2010
Rest in peace Dr. Holland, you will be missed.
Patty Papp
August 29, 2010
Louise & family,
I was saddened to hear of your loss. Even though I was never an actual patient of Doc's, other than maybe a few phone calls with medical questions, I still have seen and heard so many stories about him and his sincere dedication to his patients, family, friends, church, and community. He has definitely shown us how to live out a committed Christian life and served the Lord through his actions and from his heart. I feel very blessed to have known him through church and He will be greatly missed by so many. Praying that you will experience God's peace, knowing that your loved one is now experiencing all the joys of Heaven, free from pain, and in the presence of our Heavenly Father, who has definitely said to him, "Well done, thou good and faithful servant." Psalms 23:6--"I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever."
August 29, 2010
Dear Louise and family, I'm truly saddened by the news of Doc's passing. I know he's in the arms of our Heavenly Father. He helped me so much in '06, when my husband was in the truly remarkable program called Hospice. So many people loved Doc for his unselfish caring, of all who needed it. I am one of them.
Thank you, Doc. I will miss your smile at Cherry Hills.
Connie Dale
Barb Allen
August 29, 2010
I, as many others, do not know your family personally but I want to send my condolences on the loss of this wonderful person. Dr. Holland was with my sister and I at Hospice when our mother went to be with God. Dr. Holland was a calming and caring person and touched our lives as I know he did many others. I was blessed to know him. God bless you!
Dan and Joan McInroe
August 28, 2010
Dear Louise and Family, We came to Springfield in 1959 as directors of Youth for Christ. One of the first families we met at the old South Seventh Street Baptist Church were you and dear Doc Holland. You have been special supporters of us and our ministries as we went from YFC on to New Tribes Mission, and we are eternally grateful to the Lord for your friendship and love. May our Loving Shepherd give you extra strength and grace during these days.
Laura Sweat
August 28, 2010
Nancy and family, our deepest sympathies on the passing of your dad. We know firsthand what a wonderful physician and humanitarian he was. He embodied the values and mercy that he professed as a man of faith. We pray that the love of family and friends will help to comfort you and bring you peace.
Barbara, Tom, Tommy, Nancy (Hamende) and James Schuh
August 28, 2010
Dr. Holland delivered all three of my children, Thomas jr.,Nancy (Hamende)and James. When he told me that "I am no longer going to be a "Baby" doctor, I was devastated. He said "Barb, there are many other good doctors out there". I told him then and I will say it again "No, there is no one like you".
God will surely welcome you with open arms and bless your family during this time.
Paula Jimenez
August 28, 2010
I have never met any of Dr. Holland's family but I would like you all to know what a presence he was in my life. It began when he and Dr. Lafata recruited my father into Physician's Group in 1962. I often heard my dad speak very highly of him. In the 70's, I was working as an RN at St. John's, where he was Medical Director. He WAS the face of St. John's for many,many years. In the late 80's I became the head nurse for District 186. I could always count on Dr. Holland to volunteer to do free school physicals on many kids who could not afford it. I remember working with him and Sr. Anne Carlino to start the St. John's Clinic for Kids at around the same time. I had the utmost respect for him and enjoyed Dr. Holland's demeanor and slight southern accent very much. He lived his faith by serving others. He will be remembered well!
Blessings, Paula Jimenez
Reva Dawdy-Goodall
August 28, 2010
Nancy and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. Your dad was a much loved man and touched the lives of many people in the community. May good memories comfort you.
Kimberly Shores-Corbett
August 28, 2010
Dr. Holland was my doctor when I was born. He was also the doctor for my siblings. When my mother would take me to see him he would tell the nurses to "come in and see my little fat baby". My mom said he would say it with warmth in his voice never in a bad way. He also was there when my brother was in hospice. It was nice to know that he cared for him when he entered the world and also when he left this world. That comforted us all that he was there. My sincerest condolences to his family. He was a wonderful person.
Steve & Judy Richardson
August 28, 2010
We were very sorry to here of Dr.Hollands passing. He was a great freind to The Lloyd and Alma Richardson family. Our deepest sympathy.
Alice Post
August 28, 2010
Dear Louise and family,
Although I have not kept in touch with Dr. Holland over the years except through conversations with Wilma, I have always had in my mind what a wonderful person he was. I took every child I knew to him for treatment or sent the parents to him with the child during the time he was with the Physicians Group. He was the great listener and diagnostician. May the Lord bless and keep you in your loss of a wonderful husband and father.
ROSE KRUGER
August 28, 2010
DR. HOLLAND DELIVERED MY FIRST SON ON JUNE 26, 1964 I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER HIS SMILE AND KINDNESS HE SHOWED TO EVERYONE HE MET. MAY HE NOW HAVE THE ETERNAL PEACE THAT HE DESERVES. MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY. ROSE KRUGER UC CPU UNIT ST. JOHNS HOSPITAL
August 28, 2010
DR.HOLLAND WAS A GREAT MAN, HE WAS THE DOCTOR FOR MY LAST TWO SONS THAT WERE VERY SICK.HE TOOK GREAT CARE OF JOEY AND KENNETH SNYDER .WE ALL THANK HIM FOR WHAT HE DID FOR ALL OF OUR 7 CHILDREN.
HE WAS A CARING DOCTOR AND A GREAT MAN.
EVERYONE IS GOING TO MISS HIM,I KNOW I WILL.
MARLIN & DARLENE SNYDER SPRINGFIELD,IL
TAMMY,MAURICE,SUZANNE,MARK,DONALD, TOO OUR CHILDREN.
August 27, 2010
Louise and family, you know Doc was a mentor to many and always gave the devotion needed for stewardship in our community. He will hear the words of our Lord saying, "Well done, thou good and faithful servant." May I just add my amen. Rodger Birnbaum, CHBC
August 27, 2010
Louise and family, was sorry to read about John passing on, we all know he is with the lord.
Sincerely, MaryAnn Newquist
Pat Howie
August 27, 2010
To The Holland Family,
Like many others Doc.H. took care of my children. My first was very sickly & he was always there when I needed him.
I was very sadden when I saw he had passed but knew he is with GOD.
He not only was a Great Doctor he was a Great Witness to everyone.
My deepest sympathy goes to the family.
August 27, 2010
TO THE FAMILY HE WAS A GREAT MAN. I WORKED ON TCU AND WOULD HAVE SMALL CONVERSATIONS WITH HIM IN THE HALL WAY. YOU ARE ALL IN MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS WITH HIS LOST.
CATHIE MULLER/ CLERK FOR TCU -STJOHNS HOSPITAL.
Larry and Marlus Kasper
August 27, 2010
We were so sorry to hear about Doc. We know he is with The Lord and all is well with him now. He was Hope's first Doctor and he named Wyatt's condition even before the specialists at Barnes in St. Louis. He will always hold a special place in our hearts.
Cheryl Thrasher
August 27, 2010
To the family of Dr. Holland & his Hospice family...
Like so many others have posted, Dr. Holland was a pediatrician for both my children until he left that practice. Then, in 1999 I was priviliged to have him caring for my mother in hospice and again in 2008 for my father-in-law.
He was a gentle, kind, caring doctor and person. He was one of those people that made this world a better place. Please accept our condolences.
Kathy Chepulis
August 27, 2010
I had the pleasure of working with Dr. Holland for years at St. John's. He always focused on our patients and made sure they received the best care. Years later he cared for my father in Hospice and touched all of my family with his kindness and compassion. He was a great physician, leader and colleague! My thoughts and prayers go out to the Holland family and to Doc Holland's "extended" family. We will miss him very much.
August 27, 2010
He was a great physician to our children. May God continue to bless the family we know he is in a better place.
The Beard Family
Brad Smith
August 27, 2010
My prayers are with all of your family. John was such a great man and walked with God in close fellowship. Though he was a wonderful physician, his real measure was in his compassion, energy, empathy and enjoying the fun things in life. We are all so much better for having known him and now Doc can ask God those pesky questions that only God can answer.
Jeannette Forgas
August 27, 2010
To the Holland Family,
My dad was in Hospice last spring. He died June 5, 2009. Dr.Holland was so good to my dad and my family. He was truly a blessing to have working in Hospice. My thoughts and prays are with you.
Mary Jane Painter
August 27, 2010
To the Holland family,
Our deepest sympathy goes out to your entire family at this sad time.
Years ago Dr Holland was my childrens pediatrician. A year ago we crossed paths again when he took care of my mother in hospice. He was so kind and caring. He truly cared about his patients.
Also our deepest sympathy goes out to the medical staff at hospice. They loved him.
Over the years he has touched so many lifes and will be missed by many.
May the love of family and friends comfort you now and in the days and weeks a head.
Deborah Freesen
August 27, 2010
As a rep for the ACS, I worked with Dr. Holland back in the 80's. His dedication to the community will always be remembered. Truly one of the kindest human beings I've ever known. He will be missed.
Tom Armstead
August 27, 2010
God Bless you Doctor Holland and all your family.
Ann Law
August 27, 2010
To The Holland Family,
I was blessed to know Dr. Holland, first as a Pedi Doc to my son, then I worked at St. Johns Hospital and would see him from time to time, and the last time was approx a yr ago when he took care of a special friend of mine and my dear father when they were in hospice. He had a heart of gold! He was an angel on earth as he is now in heaven. What a special guy. Thank you Doc. My heart goes out to your family-at home and at hospice. They will all miss that bright smiling face. You will always be remembered as a man of God and a wonderful, compassionate doctor who understood the patients and their families needs. Rest in Peace and I am glad you dont have to suffer any more. You were a miracle gift from God and I am so happy we crossed paths in life.
Mary Jo Enlow
August 27, 2010
Dr. Holland's Family:
I first met Dr. Holland at The Learning Nook Pre-school. He would come and talk with the children about smoking and how it was not good for you. He had a such a way with the children. In later years our paths would cross again as he would see my mother through her journey to Heaven making her last days as comfortable as could be. What a remarkable man, I am sure his kind soul is welcomed into the arms of God.He will be sadly missed.
Darlene Eastep-DeLay
August 27, 2010
So sorry to hear of the passing of Dr. Holland. He was both my sons pediatrician. He was a wonderful man who helped me thru many hard times. I think the world of him. Sure will be missed by all. May he rest in peace.
August 27, 2010
What a GREAT Human Being and GREAT Doctor. I remember Dr Holland delivering my 1st born in Oct. 63 and coming to my home in Dec 63 to take care of her when she was sick. My prayers are with the Holland family He will be missed. Elmer Needham Nanning, China
Sandy Schinneer
August 26, 2010
Dr. Holland provided tremendous comfort 2 years ago when my husband Chris was in hospice. I was privileged to come to know this man who had dedicated his life to the care and comfort of others. The world has lost a compassionate soul who obviously touched many lives. Peace and comfort to Dr. Holland’s family.
Sister Chaminade Kelley
August 26, 2010
To those who knew and loved Doctor John Holland: The last time I saw Dr. Holland was at the ground breaking for the new HSHS facility in Rochester, IL. As usual, he was there, heart and soul, in the mission of meeting and greeting old friends and new. He was "a doctor's doctor". A sincere Thank You to the Holland family for sharing him with us for so many years!
Linda Lynn
August 26, 2010
Dr. Holland was pediatrician for my 4 children and treated each child as tho it was his own. He was the greatest!!! He definitely earned his spot in heaven. Springfield lost a wonderful man and will miss him immensly. Rest in peace, Dr. Holland.
Tim and Sandy Smith
August 26, 2010
Louise and family, I was saddened to hear of your loss. Doc was a faithful servant of the Lord who will be missed by many. His commitment to the Lord and desire to serve was extraordinary. From knowing him as my pediatrician, to knowing him as part of my parent's church, and seeing him and Louise share their lives with my family in the last over 20 years. I am thankful to the Lord for having known Doc. His loss makes heaven that much sweeter. "Well done, good and faithful servant."
August 26, 2010
Nancy,So sorry to hear of the loss of your father. You were blessed to have such a loving and caring father who cared for so many. We wish we could visit you at Cherry Hills this weekend. Know that we will keep you all in our prayers. Blessings, Jeff and Anne-Marie Thrasher, Ormond Beach, FL
August 26, 2010
To all who held him dear,
Dr.Holland also took care of my brother & I. He always new his patients by name even 42yrs later. He was a first and last of his molded by the hands of God and knowing he is with Jesus we can feel some comfort.
Blessings & Peace be upon all who,loved him, worked with him, learned from him, and was carefore by him. Yes he will certainly be missed,sorry for your loss.
Becky (Parisotto) Williams
Timothy Conner
August 26, 2010
John was a great man of healing and a leader in the community. I join with the many who praise God for John and his influence in the world - near and far. It was easy to love and respect John as I did and to appreciate his heart for the hurting, tireless passion for improving the world, and zeal for the Lord. Thank You Lord for John! Thank You so much!!!
August 26, 2010
Nancy and family I am so sorry for the loss of your dad. I took great pleaseure in knowing your dad. Misty and Kevin.
August 26, 2010
Louise and family: I was so sorry to hear about Doc's passing. Wayne and I always thought a lot of him. I am especially thankful that Doc took care of Wayne the last 2 weeks of his life. God bless you and my daily prayers are with you all. June Fay, Palmyra, VA
Nancy Morris
August 26, 2010
Dr. Holland not only was the pediatrian for myself and my 4 siblings 40+ years ago, but he also came back into our lives almost 2 years ago when my mom spent the last 2 1/2 months of her life in St. John's Hospice. He could always bring a smile to mom's face when he came in to see her! He was, without a doubt, one of the kindest, gentlest, and most caring men I have ever met. May God bless your family and be with you during this difficult time.
Bev & Ron Byerline
August 26, 2010
I first met Dr. Holland when he was my children's pediatrician. He was a wonder doctor and very good with children. I had the privilege of traveling with him to Brazil when he went in 1996 with the Brazil Gospel Fellowship Mission. He was their medical advisor. What a great man. We enjoyed him so much. He then cared for my mom at Hospice. He went from the young to old and was gracious and loving to both. We will sadly miss him. Our prayers are with his family.
August 26, 2010
Dave so sorry for the loss of your father. my best to you and your family. sincerely gary gabehart ashland, il
Kimberly Heisler
August 26, 2010
Louise and family, Doug and I are thinking and praying for you. Doc was a great neighbor - checking on me when I was pregnant, visiting me in the hospital when I was sick, bringing over fresh vegetables from his garden or just having a friendly neighborly chat. We will miss him. Love, Kim, Kitt and Doug
Sherry Hamilton
August 26, 2010
My condolences to Dr Hollands family.
He was my daughters pediatrician when she was a baby. I simply adored that man and trusted my daughters life in his hands. I was devastated when he left his practice, but so happy for him to march forward and fulfil his dream. What a wonderful man, his legacy will be here forever.
Thank you Dr Holland, thank you!
August 26, 2010
Dr. Holland contributed greatly to our community and to many families including my own family. He came to our Mother's visitation service along with Dr. LaFata and Dr. Harp. He delivered my first child, my daughter Jill and saved my life and hers. He was the best Pediatrician to all four of my children. My youngest daughter, Monica, was his last patient at Physician's Group that day he "retired" from practice in that capacity. I baked Italian cookies to give to him at Monica's last pediatric visit and he said "Carol, you are just like your Mother, bringing pizelles to me". He worked so many countless hours helping others as a dedicated physician and a caring Christian man. We were all so blessed to know and love him. My condolences to his family.
Carol Thomas, Chatham, IL
Donna Moffitt-Warrner
August 26, 2010
Dr Holland was my pediatrician. He was one of the most caring people I have ever encountered in my life and medical career. Heaven has recieved a true angel.
God Bless the Holland family at this time, but please know how fortunate you all are to have had such a wonderful man as a husband and father.
Donna Stone
August 26, 2010
Dr. Holland brought me into this world 49 years ago and was my pediatrician. He was a wonderful doctor who truly cared about his patients and my mom could call him day or night when I was sick and he was always wonderful! They broke the mold when they made him, may he rest in peace.
Hank & Susan Cronister
August 26, 2010
To the Holland Family,
Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of Doctor John Holland. Doctor Holland was my doctor when I was a child and he was my child's doctor until he retired. A better doctor or more caring person you could not find than Doctor Holland. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers in the days and months to come. May you find strength and comfort in the Lord during this difficult time in your lives. I know Doctor Holland is in heaven looking down and smiling on all of us. God bless.
C. Davis
August 26, 2010
The world has lost a great man. The Lord has taking home one of His best servants. Dr. Holland has helped so many pass on to eternity, including my father. He was more than any ordinary man, yet so humble. I will never forget his kind words, generosity, and demeanor. He will be greatly missed by many. God give him peace, he has surely earned it.
Mourn not that he is gone, be greatful for the many years he was here and all the memories he left behind. He was indeed a great guy.
TINA GLADDEN
August 26, 2010
So sorry about the loss. My mom Lorraine Brock worked for years for Dr Holland. He was also our family doctor. When mom's health failed, Dr Holland was there all the time and was instrumental in the hospice arrangements. Our family has always thought highly of him. He will be missed by many.
vickie roth
August 26, 2010
Year ago this month my husband was in St.John's Hospice. There were times I was there when Dr.Holland came in to check on Carl. He was so kind and caring. My thoughts are with the Hospice Team and Dr.Hollands family. I know he will be greatly missed.
Jim and Betty Grove
August 26, 2010
Louise and Family, Dr. John will be missed. His life was a blessing for his Lord. We will keep you in our Prayers at this time. Jim and Betty Grove
Craig Ewing
August 26, 2010
Dr. Holland was an outstanding physician, and a man of boundless energy, selflessness and compassion. The tender and thoughtful care he afforded my father during the last days of his life in St. Johns Hospice will never be forgotten by my family or myself. Dr. Holland has touched more lives than he could have possibly imagined. It was an honor to know him.
Bill Rath
August 26, 2010
My mom was in hospice 2 years ago and our family was blessed to have Dr. Holland watch after her. He truly was a wonderful and caring man. Words can not describe how thankful my entire family was for what he did for my mother.
Marlene DeYoung Wiker
August 26, 2010
My sincerest sympathy to you for your loss..Doc was a wonderful person and the heavens are surely rejoicing. He was such a blessing to us when my husband went to hospice...Bernadine Steil, my cousin, called him to let him know we were coming and it was sooo wonderful to see his face when we arrived..his gentleness was so comforting..May God comfort you and your family with peace!
Chelsea Pokrzywinski
August 26, 2010
I am so sorry for the loss of Dr Holland. He was my pediatrician growing up and I still remember him fondly. The family and community lost a great man today.
James Cribbett
August 26, 2010
Family of Dr. Holland.
What a fantastic person. I was in one of the first EMT classes he started back in the early 70's. I was lucky enough to have heard him speak and talked to him about the program. He will be greatley missed. I didn't realize we shared the same birthday, Oct. 7.
Bob & Betty Sneed
August 26, 2010
Dear Louise and family. We are sorry to hear about about your loss and send our condolences to you all. May God fill the void in your lives with his presence and give you the strength needed at this time. God Loves you and so do we.
Bob & Betty
Pamela Skaggs-Stark
August 26, 2010
To The Family of the Whistling Doctor,Your dad and husband was a wonderful man.You would always know when he was around,he always whistled.We're sorry for your loss.There was never another baby doctor like Dr.Holland.He took care of us ten children,did house calls for my mother,and was my son's baby doctor.He will now be the best Whistling Doctor in Heaven. R.I.P. from the Skaggs family.
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