ERIC TREMAINE HOLMES, 42, of Greenwood, Florida, entered into eternal rest on March 10, 2026. Eric was born on November 12, 1983, in Marianna, Florida, to Craig Holmes and Gail Holmes.
Eric was a proud graduate of Marianna High School, Class of 2002. Continuing his education, he attended Chipola College, where he studied in the vocational computer program.
A man of faith and service, Eric faithfully served as a media and sound technician at Deliverance Baptist Church. Through the church’s Deliverance Outreach Ministry, he helped serve the community by praying for those who came through the church’s food distribution events, offering both encouragement and compassion to many in need.
Eric had a joyful spirit and a love for the simple things that brought him happiness. He thoroughly enjoyed online gaming and especially valued the time he spent playing with his gaming friend, Kyle Schmidt. Among his many passions was a deep love for music.
Eric had a creative heart and found joy in songwriting, often spending many happy hours expressing himself through music and storytelling. Above all else, Eric’s life was guided by his love for God. His faith was evident in his words, his actions, and in the kindness and care he showed to others each day.
Treasured memories will forever remain with his parents, Gail and Craig Holmes of Greenwood, Florida; siblings, Jamal Holmes (Sheronda) of Dothan, Alabama, Chelsea Holmes, and Antonio Holmes both of Greenwood, Florida; niece, Ja’Niya Holmes of Greenwood, Florida; nephews, Kai Holmes and Kyrie Holmes, both of Dothan, Alabama; godparents, Walter and Barbara Brewer of Marianna, Florida; godbrother, Tony Brewer of Tallahassee, Florida; godsister, Syreeta Long (Brandon) of Tallahassee, Florida; aunts, Denise Nix (London) of Greenwood, Florida, Barbara Williams of Greenwood, Florida, Janice Holloman (Irvin) of Nashville, Tennessee, Ruby Hill of Tallahassee, Florida, Rosa Mae Spates of Bascom, Florida, and Hazel Woods of Grand Ridge, Florida; special aunt, JoAnn Register of Greenwood, Florida; uncles, Earl Holmes, Elmore Holmes, Alex Dudley (Sandra), all of Grand Ridge, Florida, Earvin Holmes of Chattahoochee, Florida, and Anthony Holmes of Williston, North Dakota; great aunts, Josephine Smith of Sneads, Florida, Catherine Jackson (Joseph) of Sneads, Florida, Martha Boyd of Chattahoochee, Florida, Ammie Williams (Horace) of Marianna, Florida, and Elnora Smith Rashad (Arif) of Dothan, Alabama; great uncle, Benjamin Smith (Luddie); and a host of cousins, other relatives, and friends.
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May the love of God surround you and keep you as you meet this challenging time in your life. Please accept our deepest condolences and sympathy and know that we feel your pain and love you very much. Eric will always be in our hearts as the courteous, respectful and loving young man he was.
Gail, in this difficult time may the peace of the Spirit fill your heart, the love of the Father renew your strength, and the promise of the Savior bring you hope. Although your world is shaken, God stands firm and holds you fast in His loving arms. I'm holding you and your family close in my thoughts and prayers as you navigate through this painful time. God's blessings!
Eric, so gentle in spirit and manners I loved you dearly...God has given you your wings rest my child you are with Our father now ....
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