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Obituary For Clarence "Cleve" Holland
On Monday, October 24, 2022, Deacon Clarence “Cleve” Holland, 70 of Mulberry Rd., Martinsville, VA transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life at his residence. Born November 25, 1951, in Virginia, he was the son of the late Alex Holland, and the late Dorothy Louise Scales Holland.
In addition to his parents, Clarence was preceded in death by one daughter, Desiree D. White, and four brothers, Charlie, Frank, George and Harry Holland. Also, Peter D. and Ida B. Niblett whom he looked to as parents.
“Cleve” as he was affectionately called, was a faithful member of Mt. Sinai Apostle Church where he served as a Deacon. For many years, “Cleve” lived in Buffalo, NY, after returning to Martinsville, he became a business owner of Phase 1 Car Wash.
Those left to cherish his memory includes: his wife, Bernadine Smith Holland of the home; one son, Lonnie White of Alaska; eight grandchildren, Omar Jamison, Arkeel Nunn, Kim Slaughter, Lonniesha White, Rondorian Clark, Delonnie White, Michael White, and Erin Jackson; nine great-grandson, Otaisha Jamison, Franchesca Lonzo, Jakilyah Slaughter, Omar Jamison, Orion Jamison, Akira Munn, James Slaughter, Jayquan Morrison, and Ava Munn; four sisters, Judy Lofton of Buffalo, NY, Annie Holland Mahan, Alberta Jones, and Marie Hairston all of Martinsville, VA; six brothers, Pete Holland, Dennis Holland, and Billy Holland all of Martinsville, VA, Douglas Holland of Fayetteville, NC, Joseph Holland of Rocky Mount, VA, and Alvin Eccles of Charlotte, NC; Jennifer Green whom he looked to as a sister; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
A visitation service will be held on Saturday, November 5, 2022, at 11:30 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 12 p.m. at Mt. Sinai Apostle Church, 7 Peters St., Martinsville, VA, with Bishop J. C. Richardson, Jr., Eulogist. Burial will follow at Flat Rock Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery, 5975 Dyer Store Rd., Martinsville, VA. Viewing will be held on Friday, November 4, 2022, at Hairston Funeral Home between the hours of 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. In accordance with the CDC, a face covering, and social distancing is required. Other times, the family will be receiving friends at the home, 711 Mulberry Rd., Martinsville. The family ask that when visiting the home, to observe all CDC guidelines.
To view live streaming of the funeral service, go to Hairston Funeral Home live on Facebook.
Arrangements are entrusted to Hairston Funeral Home.
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Cherished Friend Bouquet was sent for Clarence "Cleve" Holland - October 25, 2022
Sorry for your loss. Sending prayers to the family
My condolences to the family
My condolences to the family
My condolences to the family Betty G Burwell
Our prayers are with you during this difficult time. Leth & Marian Hairston
We are sending love, prayers and sympathy to the entire Holland family. From The Witcher family in Penhook, Virginia. (submitted by Connie Waddy)
Our deepest sympathy to the Holland family. You all are in our prayers. Peter and Willie Mae Harris
A good man has gone home. I know it's hard to experience the loss of a loved one in this life, but today Clarence has seen the face of God, something he longed to do. Prayers of comfort for Bern and the entire Holland family.
A good man has gone home. I know it's hard to experience the loss of a loved one in this life, but today Clarence has seen the face of God, something he longed to do. Prayers of comfort for Bern and the entire Holland family.
Sorry for your Loss of your loved one. Condolences to your family. Love Faye Hairston
So sorry for your Loss. Prayers for your family. Much love and condolences. Karen Penn and the Via Family.
Sorry for your loss, my condolences praying for the family
Deacon Holland was always so nice and kind to me. I loved watching him dance to the glory of God. I used to try to mimic him.
Saddened About The Loss of "Cleve"💔 Entire Holland Family 💕 and Friends have My Sympathy, Prayers 🙏 and Love ♥️ Richetta A. Hairston/Bassett Va
So sorry for your loss. Sending prayers
So sorry for your Loss. Our prayers are with you and your family. With love and prayers. Karen Penn and the Via Family
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