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Lonnie Hollis

Passed 01/21/2026

Obituary For Lonnie Hollis

Lonnie Hollis passed January 21, 2026 at Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System Hospice

House surrounded by his loving family. He was born October 1, 1953 to the late Louise Means Hollis and Lorenzo “Lo” Hollis.

He was a faithful member of Ridgeville Baptist Church, where he served as a Trustee. He was very active in the ministry, where he lead our transportation ministry until his health declined.

He was a member of the United States Army where he served as a motor transport operator.

Left to cherish fond and loving memories are his daughter’s Makisha Fowler of Spartanburg, SC and Thomasha Wells of Greenville, SC, two brothers Darrell (Sandra) Hollis and Ray Hollis, one sister Jessie Mae Stevens. Four grandchildren Dyamond Miller (Kamal) of Inman, SC, Tyler Wells-Jeter, Myles Pilgrim, and Paiton Pilgrim of Greenville, SC, one Great Granddaughter, Nalani Rayn Jeter, and a host of cousins, relatives, and friends.

He was preceded in death by his sister Diane Hollis and his parents Louise and Lorenzo Hollis.

Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. at Ridgeville Baptist Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

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SYLVIA PORTER sent The Loving Light Dishgarden for Lonnie Hollis - January 28, 2026

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Carolyn Smith sent The Loving Light Dishgarden for Lonnie Hollis - January 27, 2026

To my dear cousin Lonnie. I will miss your presence even though we haven't seen each other for a while. Thanks for your encouraging words when we last spoke. My first book is published and a second one is on the way. God bless you and your family. Sincerely. Cousin Jeffrey

Jeffrey Johnson

Sorry for your loss,I send prayer to comfort the family at this Sad times.

James Swindler

Prayers and condolences to the Hollis and Means family.

Trudy Woodruff

My sincere condolences in the lost of your brother and father. I will always carry fond memories of Lonnie. Prayers of comfort and strength.

Connie Carson-Blake

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of grief. God bless you abundantly and give you His peace. Love the Spears family

Ella Spears

Lonnie was my first crush at 10 years old. Later as adults when I'd run into him he'd say ,jokely say "hey girlfriend " I'll never forget him. My prayers and condolences are with his family

Aileen Martin

Prayers and condolences to the Hollis family. Lonnie was a true friend to Eddie and me, and we enjoyed our visits with him. He spoke what was on his mind and we knew where he stood when leaving his home. He was truly handsome and lovable, we will miss him. May he rest in peace. We love ya'll ❤️

Marilyn Parks

Lonnie, Lonnie, Lonnie. We were the best of friends from the old Tobe & Highland days. Band buddies and beyond. And from Stuttgart Germany back to Spartanburg. My sympathy to the family. I lost a good friend. Prayers and condolences. "PEACE BE WITH THEE."

Douglas Martin

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

J.W. Woodward Funeral Home | Spartanburg, SC

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