JACK HENRY HOLLAND
April 15, 1932-May 21, 2018
Jack Henry Holland, 86, Goldsboro, passed away peacefully Monday, May 21, 2018, at his home.
Jack was born in Boston, Ga., April 15, 1932, to the late Eliza and William Daniel Holland.
For 29 years, Jack lived his dream proudly serving his country with the United States Air Force.
He will always be remembered for his incredible intelligence, his wonderful sense of humor and his patriotism. Jack’s valor and skill were recognized with numerous decorations.
Following his military career, Jack continued to work with the Base Exchange at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base and with Electrolux.
Jack had been a longtime member of St. Michael Catholic Community, and was currently a member of St. Mary Catholic Parish.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday, May 24, 2018, at 11 a.m. in St. Mary Catholic Church, with Father Alex Gonzalez presiding. Interment will be at 2 p.m. in Eastern Carolina State Veterans Cemetery in Goldsboro with full military honors.
The family will gather for a Rosary Wednesday, May 23, 2018, at 7 p.m. at Seymour Funeral Home, followed by a visitation until 9 p.m.
Jack is survived by his wife of 57 years, Maria B. Holland; children, Rietje Holland, Jack D. Holland and Maureen Holland Gresham and husband, Walter; and grandchildren, Ashley Lynn Holland, Alexandria Maria Salas and Christopher David Salas.
He is also survived by his brother, William Daniel Holland and wife, Sandra; sister, Judy Lawrence and husband, Larry; and brother-in-law, Lincoln Graham.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three sisters.
We would like to give a very special thank you to the wonderful staff at Community Home Care and Hospice for the love and care it provided for Jack during his final days. Simple words cannot express our gratitude.
Also a special thank you to the caregivers with hospice, Sheree, Judy and Carol.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to St. Mary Catholic Church, 1603 Edgerton St., Goldsboro, N.C., 27530, or Community Home Care and Hospice, 2309 Wayne Memorial Drive, Goldsboro, N.C., 27534.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.seymourfuneralhome.com.
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Published in Obituaries on May 23, 2018 8:05 AM