He was born on April 15, 1923 to Tom L. Holland, Sr. and Birdie (Warner) Holland in Columbus, Texas. On Dec. 29, 1946 he married Ethel Lorene Rodgers.

Tom worked as a Draftsman for many years. He served in the U S Army during WW2 and as a U.S. Marine in the Korean War.

Tom is survived by his son Larry Holland and wife Diana; daughters Sherry McKeithen and husband Steve and Kathy Genung; 10 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents Tom L. Holland Sr. and Birdie Holland; his wife of 66 years Ethel Rodgers Holland; son Gary Holland; brother John Ira Holland.

A graveside service was held on Monday, Oct. 9, 2023 at 2 p.m. at Odd Fellows Rest Cemetery in Columbus, Texas.

Online condolences may be given at www.hennekefuneralhome. com.