It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Barbara A. Holland of Ashland, Massachusetts, who passed away on September 30, 2022, at the age of 78, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by : her parents, Beatrice Greene and Douglas Greene. She is survived by : her former life partner Ronald S. Holland Sr.; her stepchild Darmone Michelle; her children, Darmone Holland and Ronald Stuart Holland Jr.; her granddaughter Salako (Nundi); her sister Beatrice Greene; her cousin Len Teasdale; and her nieces, Lynnea Greene-Hutton and Karen Greene. She is also survived by nieces, nephews and cousins.

In lieu of flowers the family asks that contributions be made either directly to the family ℅ Darmone Holland, 393 Seymour Ave Newark NJ 07112 and/or to Barbara's favorite charity– Voices Against Violence* Attention: Esther Powell 7 Bishop Street, Framingham, MA 01702.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Davis Funeral Homes Inc

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October 15, 2022

Jan Krause Greene wrote a sympathy message

“Barbara was a colleague, a mentor, an inspiration and a friend to me. She lived her beliefs and worked for tirelessly for social justice. Definitely a "good trouble-maker," she also was funny and kind, and always willing to lend an ear to a friend in need. My sincerest sympathy to Darmone, Salaka and Stuart and all the other friends and relatives who will miss her dearly. See you in the light, my friend.”

October 11, 2022

Patti DeRosa wrote a sympathy message

“My sincerest condolences to Darmone, Salako, Stuart, & the entire family. If I was not living in Italy, I would be there with you on 10/15. We worked & played together for 3+ decades. Our extraordinary one-of-a-kind Barbara. Visionary. Warrior for justice. Compassionate. Courageous. Risk-taker. Energetic. Good Trouble maker. Empathetic. Loving. Funny as hell. Passionate. Lover of good music & sun-filled days at the beach. So much more, but most of all, my DEAR FRIEND. I miss you already. xoxoxo”

October 10, 2022

Marty Marquez wrote a sympathy message

“To Barbara's friends and family. Please allow me to share a few words to honor my fear friend. I was privileged to have known and worked with Barbara for a number of years with our mutual friend Patti DeRosa. She was always a joy and an inspiration to me. Barbara was very kind and a person of great faith. She was so supportive as I struggled with the illness and death of my wife this past May. I welcomed her prayers and kind words of support. I trust she is in God's loving embrace forever.”