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Obituary For Bernice Holder Jones
Celebrating the Life of Bernice Holder Jones
Bernice Holder Jones, 91, passed away early Saturday morning, October 10, 2026. Born September 20, 1935, in Nash County, she was the daughter of the late Sanders Turner Holder and Tressie Elvira Page.
Bernice shared 36 years of marriage with her beloved husband, the late H. V. Jones (Swing Master). One of 23 children, she is survived by her sister, Emma Jean Holder Malone; her brother, Rudell Holder; and adopted sister; Carolyn Newman Bass, a loving family of stepchildren, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.
A longtime member of Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church, Bernice faithfully served in several ministries and sang with the Mount Olive Echoes. Her favorite Scripture was Psalm 23, and her familiar declaration, “God is good all the time,” reflected the faith that sustained her.
Known for her nurturing spirit, encouragement, and delicious home cooking, Bernice welcomed generations into her heart and home. Her nurturing spirit was especially evident in her care for her youngest sister, the late Deborah Yvonne Holder Rollins, whom she raised. She cherished Deborah’s son, James Artis Rollins, Jr., as her grandson and his daughters, Zoe and McKenzie, as her great grand babies. She also helped raise her niece and goddaughter, Genia Holder-Cozart, whom she loved as a daughter, helping shape her life and faith.
Her legacy of faith, love, and generosity lives on in the many lives she touched
Funeral Service:
Saturday, October 17, 2026
Visitation 12:30 PM
Funeral 1:00 PM
Location: Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church, 3615 Dearborn Dr. Durham, NC
Interment: Markham Memorial Gardens
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TO THE FAMILY OF BERNICE SHE WILL BE REALLY MISS, SHE WAS A VERY GREAT WOMAN OF GOD. I WILL BE ALWAYS REMEMBER ALL THE THINGS WE DID WHEN I WAS WITH YOUR BROTHER JOHN WHICH WE CALL FAMILY.
TO THE FAMILY OF BERNICE SHE WILL BE REALLY MISS, SHE WAS A VERY GREAT WOMAN OF GOD. I WILL BE ALWAYS REMEMBER ALL THE THINGS WE DID WHEN I WAS WITH YOUR BROTHER JOHN WHICH WE CALL FAMILY.
TO THE FAMILY OF BERNICE SHE WILL BE REALLY MISS, SHE WAS A VERY GREAT WOMAN OF GOD. I WILL BE ALWAYS REMEMBER ALL THE THINGS WE DID WHEN I WAS WITH YOUR BROTHER JOHN WHICH WE CALL FAMILY.
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The Bumpass family offer our sincere condolences and to Jean and the rest of the family. Our hearts are with you. Aunt Bernice was a special lady. She embraced us as family from the time we first met. We had some great times together. She will truly be missed. We Love You Aunt Bernice! Take your well deserved Rest! Sedelia, Johnnie and Jordan Bumpass
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