Jim Holmes
Died: August 22, 2016 | Place: Dearness Home
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HOLMES, Jim…..
Surrounded by his family on Monday, August 22, 2016 at the Dearness Home, after a long courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease, Jim Holmes in his 76th year. Beloved husband of Sandy (nee Mullins) Holmes for 52 years. Loving father of Rick Holmes (Linda); Lisa Holmes (Craig Chambers); Papa of Maeve, Sawyer, Leah and Jason. Proud great papa of Luca, Tenley and Lennon. Brother of Bob Holmes (Wynn) Ottawa; Ken Holmes (Judy) Arizona; Eric Holmes (Irene) Brantford; Sue May (Dan) Calgary. Brother-in-law of Bev Barr (Frank). Predeceased by Marlene Keeler and Jack Holmes. Jim will also be missed by many nieces, nephews, cousins and faithful dog “Mr. Magoo”. Jim and Sandy owned Holmes and Associates for 28 years in London. Jim was an avid golfer and London Knights fan. Known for a great sense of humour – he was admired by his numerous friends that he appreciated and loved dearly. Friends and relatives will be received by the family on Sunday, August 28, 2016 from 2 -4pm and 7-9 pm at A Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Monday, August 29, 2016 at 11 am, with Reverend Paul G. Knauer officiating. Interment in Woodland Cemetery, London. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Parkinson Society Southwestern Ontario, 4500 Blakie Road, Unit 117, London, ON N6L 1G5 or Dearness Home – Recreation, 710 Southdale Road East, London ON N6E 1R8. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com
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Sandy, Rick, Lisa and Family.
I want to extend my sympathy to you all during this time. Jim will be missed for his jokes, story telling and his ability to connect with people!!
Tom and Jill Heighway
So very sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. I’m sure the many, many happy memories you have will help you through the days ahead.
I always looked forward to talking with Jim at our shows.even though he led me astray to the Brantford casino, he was always a great guy to be around.
Rick & Irene – I’m so sorry for your loss
Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Wishing you comfort and peace.
Jan & Randy
Rick, Ken, Sue and Bob and your families. Please accept my condolences on Jim’s passing. Reading your names brought back memories of our youth on Victoria Street. I was just by our homesteads last weekend. I always remember Jim’s hearty laugh and sense of humour.
Sincerely
Don Blay
Sandy, Rick and Lisa. I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. Growing up as your next door neighbour, I always knew Jim as the wonderful man that he was. Always so easy going, friendly and such a wonderful sense of humour. Please know that I am keeping you all in my thoughts.
Jim was a master of dry wit. We enjoyed it at our weekly BX93 golf games with Alan Johnson and his late brother Jack. We had many a discussion about our beloved London Knights. All very fond memories of a great guy. Jim may you rest in eternal peace. My sincere condolences to Sandy and family. Larry
Sandy, Rick and Lisa,
So deeply sorry to hear the sad news of Jim’s passing. I have such wonderful memories of the Holmes’ family when we all lived on Victoria Street as teenagers. Then of course when we were young parents and our children became cousins. I remember Jim as a true family man, and a wonderful father and husband. He definitely had a great sense of humor. My heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Much love, Carol
Our deepest condolences to the Holmes family on the loss of Jim one of the nicest, funniest and special people we have known. Rest in peace Jimmy. Until we meet again . Joe Barnes and family.
Dear Sandy and family
My deepest sympathy for your loss.Jim was a wonderful man and you will have memories of him in your heart forever.
Terry
Rick and family ~ I am so sorry to hear of your dad’s long battle with Parkinsons and his passing. I’m sure you will miss him very much. So glad you have stayed in the industry to carry his torch, Rick. Big hugs to all xo
As a young sales rep I always looked forward to calling on Jim you couldn’t help but laugh at his jokes because Jim was always laughing by the end of the joke!