In Loving Memory of
James R. Holland, Sr.
James "Ron" Ronald Holland, Sr., 78, passed away July 7, 2010 in Norfolk after a long and valiant fight. He was the son of the late Oscar Alec and Rose Elizabeth Holland. Ron is predeceased by his first wife, and mother of his children, Ann Joyner Holland.
Born in Suffolk, Ron was a 1951 graduate of Suffolk High School and was a charter member of Nansemond-Suffolk Rescue Squad. He was an avid golfer and was a member of Red Wing Seniors Golf Association. Ron retired in 1999 from Horton & Dodd Survey Engineers, Chesapeake, VA.
Survivors include his loving wife of 13 years, Mary Leeper Holland; sons, James (Jim) Ronald Holland, Jr. and wife Donna of Raleigh, NC, William "Andy" Andrew Holland of Virginia Beach; grandsons, Nathan Holland, and Seth A. Holland; step-children, Patricia Hewitt and husband Darryl of Virginia Beach, Michael Pitts and wife Sherry of Virginia Beach; step-grandchildren, Chris Hewitt, David Pitts, and Grace Pitts.
Funeral services will be conducted Saturday, July 10, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at St. John’s United Methodist Church, 2709 Greendale Ave, Norfolk, VA, 23518 by the Rev. Jim Maddox with burial in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Suffolk, VA following the service. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church. The family would like to thank family and friends for all their prayers. R.W. Baker & Co. Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family. Condolences may be registered at www.rwbakerfh.com.
Condolences for
James R. Holland, Sr.
Andy, I'm so sorry to learn of the loss of your father. Please know that we will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. With deepest sympathy, Dina O'Neal Willoughby & Family
Dina O'Neal Willoughby
Dear Mary, It is with so much sorrow that we convey our deepest sympathy to you and the family upon Ron's passing. I used to miss him when he didn't show up to play golf. Now I'll miss him even more. Sylvia will always remember Ron's sweet and funny ways.
George & Sylvia Williams
Jim and Andy, I am deeply saddened to hear of your Dad's passing. Ron taught me how to do design work when we were at John E. Sirine's and I that helped me be where I am today. He was my main golfing buddy when I was a member of Red Wing Golf Association. I will never forget the closeness and companionship we shared. I loved him and will miss him dearly. I'm sure you both know that he was a great man and would do anything to help a friend. I'm sorry for your loss.
Ron & Vikki Malbone
I was very saddened to learn of the passing of Ronnie. We were very good friends over many years beginning with our high school days. Ronnie was a very fine person and he will certainly be missed by those who knew him and especially the Suffolk High School class of 1951.
Jack Chapman
I was so sorry to hear about Ron's passing. He was a fine man and wonderful co-worker. He will be greatly missed. My sympathies to Mary and the family. Phyllis
Phyllis Yoder Floyd
Mary, I was so sorry to hear about Ron's illness and passing. He was a great man, a gentle giant in fact. We shared many good and bad times together. The best was him meeting you. I would ask him how he was after you two started dating and he would say "FANTASTIC". Ron said fantastic a way that I never had heard before. It was heartfelt! Mary, we love you and want you to know that if there is anything we can do for you just let us know. Love, Michelle
Michelle Hooten
Mary, Just wanted to say it was such a blessing to be able to spend time with you and Ron. I so enjoyed his smile and chuckle! You know YOU will always be a part of our lives and we are always here for you! Lots of love to you, MOM #2! and Ron will always be in my heart.
Kim Metivier
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