Alexander Holloman Obituary in Spartanburg at J.W. Woodward Funeral Home

Obituary For Alexander Holloman

Alexander X. “Duke” Holloman Spartanburg, SC - Alexander Xavier “Duke” Holloman entered eternal rest on July 13, 2016 after a brief illness. He was the son of the late Johnnie Mae Geathers Holloman and James E. Holloman and the grandson of the late Annie and Alexander Holloman and the late Anne and Walter Geathers, Sr. all of Myrtle Beach, SC. He was the son-in-law of the late Hollis V. and Christine E. Dean of Spartanburg, SC Duke was a well-known and strong presence in the Myrtle Beach community throughout his life. As a child he attended and was baptized at Sandy Grove Missionary Baptist Church. He was a 1980 graduate of Myrtle Beach High School. A star player for the Myrtle Beach High School Seahawks football team he was selected to play in the 1979-1980 Shrine Bowl. His talent also earned him a full athletic scholarship to Clemson University where he was a member of the 1981 Clemson University National Championship Football team and later earned a B.S. degree in Industrial Education. Duke regularly attended Hardy Chapel Baptist Church after making his home in Spartanburg. In 1988, Duke became a State Trooper with the South Carolina Highway Patrol. He was initially assigned to District 2 - Greenwood, SC. In 1994 he transferred to District 3 - Spartanburg, SC where he served until his retirement in 2011. After retiring from the South Carolina Highway Patrol, Duke joined Wofford College (Spartanburg, SC) as a Campus Police Officer where he was employed until his death. He also worked as a substitute for Spartanburg School District 7 schools and was employed as a private, part-time security officer for Ashley Security and Protection Services of Alpharetta, GA. Duke’s contagious, spontaneous humor and jokes, generosity, dedication and commitment will truly be missed! He leaves to cherish fond memories: his wife, Mrs. Angela Dean Holloman; his children, Malik Ali Holloman, Khalil Ahmed Holloman and Anaya Iman Holloman all of the home; three brothers, James E. Holloman of Myrtle Beach, Chris (Talya) Holloman of Clinton, MD and Reggie (Deirdre) Alston of Upper Marlboro, MD; a very special “sister” friend, Vicky (Alex) Payne of Fayetteville, GA; four aunts, Elizabeth Holloman, Eva Mae Holloman, Norma Ann Geathers and Ronnie Geathers all of Myrtle Beach, SC; three uncles, Thomas Holloman, Walter James Geathers, Jr. and Eddie Geathers all of Myrtle Beach, SC; two great aunts, Juanita Holloman of Myrtle Beach, SC and Eva Wilcher of Sandersville, GA; and a multitude of other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 23, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. at Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church , 502 S. Daniel Morgan Ave., Spartanburg, SC. Interment will be in the Lincoln Memorial Gardens, 2310 Cannons Campground Road, Spartanburg, SC.

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Duke Thanks for sharing your laughter, your support and mostly your friendship. Angel of God go and seek your rest. Patrol the streets of heaven and continue to protect those of us still on this earthly place.

Joyce Myrick

I had the pleasure of watching Duke play at Clemson in the early 80's. I also worked out with Duke at Peak fitness in the late 2000's. It is truly sad that we seem to lose the good guy's. He will be missed in our world today. Rest in peace Duke, until we meet again my friend.

Len Scruggs

RIP - Lot's of good memories from 1981!!!

S Wayne Goodyear

My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time! Mr. Holloman's legacy will continue through the 3 wonderful children you have raised! It was an honor to teach Malik and Khalil! I will forever be blessed by your family! Love and Prayers.

Karen

RIP.

Stoney Lites

Dear Family, Mr. Duke was my favorite Clemson person! He knew how to dish it out and take it from this diehard Carolina fan! He was always ready with a joke and was such a joy to be around! Children your Dad was such a great parent to you all and everyone at Chapman Elementary loved him! Please know I will keep you all in my prayers in the days of ahead. Much love to you all

Marie (Nurse)

my condolence to the holloman family

charles leach

I worked alongside you for many years you were as good a person as anybody could ever ask to have as a friend I will always cherish the memories that you and I had together on the highway patrol as well as outside of the show after we retired I am so sad to lose you. You will always be my brother and I love you very much

David

Duke has been a great friend to our family for so many years. He has lifted us up with laughter on more than one occasion. He made it possible for Jimmie to survive the academy at the beginning of their journey together. He maintained communication as a good friend does for many years and was always capable of changing a grim moment into a ray of sunshine. He was a kind, gentle, giant and we loved him! He WILL be missed. Praying for the Holloman family.

Jimmie & Kellee

Duke was such a great person to know. When I attended the SCHP Christmas parties he was always the life of the table from singing to making jokes. His memory will last a lifetime! My thoughts and prayers are with the family. May God continue to give you peace and comfort. With Deepest Sympathy! Suzie

Suzie Horn

Just to say thanks for your friendship and a co worked may the work you done been my best. For I have simply gone to my real Father 's Home Butch Williford

Butch Williford

Very sorry for your loss

Jayne Prather

Duke Holloman will always be a true and loyal friend. The man who made everyone laugh out loud! Rest in Peace my brother, we know you've completed all that God asked of you. Thanks for all the wonderful memories and being apart of my life as a friend, teammate, brother, and inspiration.

Kenny Danforth

My heart hurts when I think of the loss your family is experiencing. Know that your family is much loved by the Chapman Elementary family.

Linda

Duke you will be miss, you where a good man

charles leach

Duke will be missed. It was my honor to work with and know him. My prayers are with the family.

David Burgess

DUKE WILL BE TRULY MISSED WE WENT THROUGH THE GOOD TIMES AND NOT GOOD TIMES IN LAW ENFORCEMENT MAY GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY WAS TRULY A BLESSING TO HAVE KNOWN YOU.

DONALD LEE

Dear family, thank you for sharing Duke with us. He was a pleasure to work with and highly respected. Pastor Billy Elder (Former SCHP)

Billy

Duke, I have many great memories of you and our time together on the Patrol. Thank you for your friendship in my time of need. You will be missed by many more than you will ever know. Rest in Piece my Brother !!

Shawn Desilets