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Laura Reid Holmes

Passed 07/22/2020

Obituary For Laura Reid Holmes

Laura Reid Holmes, 95, of Richmond, departed this life Wednesday, July 22, 2020. She was born on March 16, 1925 in Richmond, to the late Nathaniel Reid and Elizabeth Scot Reid; the third of four children. Laura received her bachelor’s degree from Virginia Union University and her master's degree in early childhood education from Columbia University Teachers’ College in New York City. Laura married General Bernard Holmes on November 26, 1954 and to this union, a son, Ira Scot, was born. She was a member of First African Baptist Church and Alpha Phi Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Laura was preceded in death by her husband, General Bernard Holmes. Surviving are her son, Ira; devoted daughter-in-law, Rhonda; and grandson, Austin. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd., where viewing will be held from 12 noon to 7 p.m. Thursday, July 30, and where the family will receive friends from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, July 31, at Scott's Chapel, 116 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Rev. Rodney Waller officiating. Interment at Mt. Calvary Cemetery immediately following the service.


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Dear Ira & Family: "a teacher affects eternity; she can never tell where her influence stops". During your Mother's earthly absence, yet she lives and inspires. Her great legacy of love and education will continue to guide your family, and the families of her many students. May this bring some comfort.

Respectfully, Honey Weaver Hampton Institute Ogre Phi Ogre III

Ira My thoughts and prayers are with you. We practically grew up together Saddened by the news of your mom and praying for you Rhonda and Austin.

Aileen (Norrell) Chase

To the family & friends of Laura Holmes,

We at Mount Calvary Cemetery wish to express our deepest sympathies for the loss of your loved one and we pray that God will help to ease your pain in the days to come. We are proud and honored to be chosen as the final resting place for Laura. This is a responsibility that we do not take lightly and I pledge the highest level of perpetual care to honor her memory. Please do not hesitate to call us with any concerns or if there is anything we can do to make these difficult experiences any easier.

Jim Glass General Mgr. Mount Calvary Cemetery 804-355-5271

To Ira and Family: Your mother made an impact on my life in my early years. She not only was my Sunday School Teacher but she was a guiding light to me and many others. I fondly remember her gentle soft spoken voice. I was sorry to hear about her passing. I know the life she lived and that she has a place in heaven. She touched many lives. May GOD give you and your family strength during this difficult time. Valerie Walker Brooks

LaMone D. Lewis

Ira and family- I was saddened to hear about your mom's passing. She is now at rest with our Lord and Saviour.Your mom was a gracious woman. Although your mom isn't here anymore, she'll always be with you. Love,

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

Scotts Funeral Home | Richmond, VA

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