James Edward Holmes's obituary , Passed away on December 5, 2024 in Gilbertsville, Kentucky

James Edward Holmes

January 24, 1936 - December 5, 2024 (88 years old)

Gilbertsville, Kentucky

James Edward Holmes's obituary , Passed away on December 5, 2024 in Gilbertsville, Kentucky

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Pagel Funeral Home

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James Edward Holmes

January 24, 1936 - December 5, 2024 (88 years old)

Gilbertsville, Kentucky

James Edward Holmes Obituary

We bid farewell to James Edward Holmes of Gilbertsville, Kentucky, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on December 5, 2024 at the age of 88. James touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In the sacred silence of farewell, James is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that his light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of his loved ones. And as his memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that James' spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Lester B. Holmes and Madonna M. Holmes (Curry); and his brother-in-law Earl Yocum. He is survived by: his wife Nelda Holmes of Gilbertsville, Kentucky; his sons, James L. Holmes (Debbie) of Olney, Stephen Holmes (Kelly) of Council Bluffs and Benjamin Holmes (Dawn) of Altamont; and his sister Jeanie Yocum of Effingham. He is also survived by 3 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren, and 1 great great-grandchild.

Visitation was held on Wednesday, December 11th 2024 at 10:00 AM at the TBD Pagel Funeral Home -Edgewood (701 Broad St, Edgewood, IL 62426). A funeral service was held on Wednesday, December 11th 2024 at 12:00 PM at the Pagel Funeral Home -Edgewood (701 Broad St, Edgewood, IL 62426).

Memorials may go to Edgewood Cemetery or the donor's choice.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Pagel Funeral Home



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Dec 11

Visitation

TBD Pagel Funeral Home -Edgewood
701 Broad St, Edgewood, IL 62426

Wed

Dec 11

Funeral service

Pagel Funeral Home -Edgewood
701 Broad St, Edgewood, IL 62426

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