With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Robert Ray Holmes Sr. (Harrisburg, Illinois), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on April 24, 2024 at the age of 82. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Lowell Ray and Julia Savanna Holmes (Newell); his former life partner Geraldine "Geri" Lucas; his stepson Troy Don Harrelson; his great grandchild Michael Robert Holmes; his grandson-in-law Gonzalo Sabogal; and his sister Delia Alice "Deed" Hollerson (Jean).

He is survived by : his wife Gail Harrelson-Holmes of Harrisburg; his children, Robert Ray Holmes Jr. (Joanne) of Wildwood, Missouri and Trena Lynn Black (Brent) of Norris City; his stepchildren, Christina Ann Wheeler (Larry) of Oregon and Robert Glenn Harrelson of Eldorado; his stepdaughter-in-law Marie Harrelson of Eldorado; his grandchildren, Rebecca, Amanda, Trenton, Sophia, Travis, Olivia, Colton, Sheree, Dylan, Nicholas, Chelsea, Jacob, Tyler and Angelica; his great grandchildren, Paizlee, Adilyn, Harper, Gianella, Gunner, Lucas, Adien, Wallen, Arthur and Connor; and his siblings, William Holmes of Marion, Betty Parton (John) of Marion and Gary Holmes (Kim) of Creal Springs. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Visitation was held on Monday, April 29th 2024 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Stricklin Funeral Home (503 E Sloan St, Harrisburg, IL 62946). A funeral service was held on Monday, April 29th 2024 at 11:00 AM at the same location.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Reed Funeral Chapel

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Apr 29

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Stricklin Funeral Home
503 E Sloan St, Harrisburg, IL 62946

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Apr 29

Funeral service

Stricklin Funeral Home
503 E Sloan St, Harrisburg, IL 62946

April 28, 2024

Barbara Salyer wrote a sympathy message

“Bob, Trena, and Gailene,If words could heal your hearts I would say all of them, they do help tho knowing people are hurting for you. Bob’s spirit will always be with you, treasure the memories. I am very sorry for your loss. Barbara Salyers (niece, daughter of Hazel.”