Doug Wayne Holmes Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Doug Wayne Holmes (Tupelo, Mississippi), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on April 14, 2026 at the age of 51. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In the vast expanse of eternity, Doug shall find rest, cradled in the arms of everlasting peace. And as we bid Doug farewell, his loved ones carry with them the precious gift of his memory, a beacon of hope guiding them through the shadows of sorrow towards the light of a new dawn.

He is survived by: his parents, James Melvin Holmes and Linda Sharon Pannell Holmes of Saltillo; his children, Allyssa Holmes of Tupelo and James Douglas Holmes (Claire) of Guntown; his sister Sharon Holmes McDaniel (Steve) of Pontotoc; his nieces, Jourdan McDaniel and Megan Holmes; his nephew Austin Holmes; and his great-nieces, Linley and Emma.

Visitation was held on Friday, April 17th 2026 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Holland Funeral Directors (5281 Cliff Gookin Blvd, Tupelo, MS 38801). A celebration of life was held on Friday, April 17th 2026 at 2:00 PM at the Sadie Holland Memorial Chapel (5281 Cliff Gookin Blvd, Tupelo, MS 38801).