M.F. Riley's Funeral Home | Fairfax, SC

Obituary For Maggie B. "Mutt" Holmes

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"The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: he leadth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. "Psalm 23: 1-3

Mother Maggie Copes Holmes also known as "Mutt" was born September 7, 1947, in Allendale County to the late Woodrow and the late Ruby Copes.

Her faith and belief in God expressed at an early age, when she was baptized and became a member of Gillette Baptist Church. She served faithfully until her health declined.

She was educated in the public schools of Allendale County.

Mother Holmes was united in marriage to the late Joseph Holmes in the late 1960's and to this union (2) children were born; Mark and Karen.

Anyone who knew "Mutt," knew she was a straight-up and brutally honest person. She loved who she loved and didn't mind saying who she didn't. She enjoyed riding and walking around town to visit her friends and elderly neighbors. At Pruitt Health, she would ride around to check on other residents, and made sure everyone was okay, and the staff was doing their job correctly as well. If they didn't, she would say, "I'm going to tell on you!"

On Monday, October 18th, Maggie joined her parents; (4) Brothers: Rossevelt, Murphy, Verdell, and Doc. She will rejoice with her husband; Joseph Holmes and (1) Grandson; Henry Ginn, Jr.

She leaves to cherish loving memories: (1) Son: Mark (Sheila) Holmes, Barnwell, SC; (1) Daughter: Karen Holmes, Allendale, SC; (8) Grandchildren; Deontay (Mann) Holmes, Buena Vista, VA; Tavish (Bubba) Holmes, Columbia, SC; Tiania Ginn, Orangeburg, SC; Tyrese Holmes, Barnwell, SC; Jaylen Ginn, Nyasia Ginn, both of Columbia, SC; Morgan Holmes, Aiken, SC; Melody Brown, Allendale, SC; (5) Great-Grandchildren; Devante Rasberry, Tiriana Rasberry, Kingston Doe, Niriana Doe all of Orangeburg, SC, and Tyrese (TJ) Holmes, Jr., Bamberg, SC; (2) Brothers: Brooker Tee (Geraldine) Copes, Camden, NJ, Gussie Copes, Fairfax, SC; (2) sisters: Rebecca Drayton, Camden NJ, Beartrice Mayes, Fairfax, SC; (2) Brothers-In-Law; Wilbur Holmes, Fairfax, SC, Turner Lee Holmes, Allendale, SC; (3) Sisters-In-Law: Mary Holmes, Diane (Charlie) Williams, Gladys Holmes all of Fairfax, SC; A host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and devoted friends who she always talked about.

"A SERVICE ABOVE SELF"

IN LIGHT OF THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC (Coronavirus)*** (no gathering or lingering in large groups). Once you view and sign the registry book, please exit to give others the opportunity to view.

Please remember to keep the Holmes family in lifted in prayer.

You may email condolences at: mfrileysfuneralhome@yahoo.com

Guest Book

Whom ever wrote this Obit did an Excellent Job! Mutt was straight up, take it or leave it! My condolences to her Family I know she will be truly missed!

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My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. I wish you peace and comfort. All my love ~ Patrice Odom-Orr

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My love and sympathy goes out to Maggie's family. God gained a beautiful angel. ❤

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Deepest Sympathy to The Holmes & Cope Family our Prayers are with you all Mark & Karen your Mother was a Loving Beautiful Woman she will be Missed Love You all ❤️❤️❤️❤️ Sarah Sylvia Shirley& Thomas Family

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Sending our Condolence and Prayers for strength at this time to the Family of Ms.Maggie, God Bless. Stephanie Simmons Walker & Family

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Take your rest Mutt! Our deepest condolences to the Holmes family at this time. Karen and Mark you all are in our prayers. ~The Robinson Family

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May the most high wrap his arms around you and the entire Holmes and Copes family and give you peace. Love always, With heartfelt sympathy on the passing of auntie, Maggie "Mutt" Holmes. May the love, prayers and support of your family and friends bring you comfort. Gloria Holmes and Family

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Let not your Heart be trouble;For God will see you thru.Sending our condolences to the family of Ms. Maggie Holmes. You will truly be missed. From Dietary Staff @ Pruitt Health

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Please accept our deepest condolences for your loss. Allendale County Sheriff Office

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My friend you have slipped away, we'll miss you, It's okay to cry. Just know we'll never forget you. This isn't a permanent goodbye. Rest in Peace for Now. God Bless. Carl & Catherine Love-Russell

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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