Francis W. Holland's Obituary
Francis W. Holland, “Dutch", age 77, of Millville, DE, passed away on, Friday, September 30, 2022 while receiving Hospice Care at Christiana Care, Wilmington Hospital. He was born in Baltimore, MD, on September 13, 1945, son of the late John and Catherine M. Holland (McManus).
Francis was a proud veteran, having honorably served in the US Navy. After his honorable discharge, he married the love of his life, Carolyn F. Holland on February 25, 1967 and together they shared 55 years of marriage. Francis enjoyed a lifelong career with the Anne Arundel County Police Department, retiring as Corporal after many dedicated years.
He had many and varied interests and hobbies. Francis was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed fishing. He loved his dogs and enjoyed target practice at the range. Above all, Francis enjoyed time spent with those he held most dear. He was a loving and devoted husband and father. Loved by many, he will be deeply and genuinely missed by all who knew him.
In addition to his parents. Francis was predeceased by his sister, Patricia Douthit; his twin brother, Neil Holland, brother Johnny Holland and brother, Ronald Holland. He is survived by his beloved wife, Carolyn Holland, a long-term resident of Berlin Nursing Center; his daughter, Crystal "Crissy" Holland & Son-in-Law Eric Heller of York, PA; many cousins, nieces, and nephews; and his devoted dog, Duke.
A funeral service will be held on Thursday, October 6, 2022, at 3:00 PM, at Parsell Funeral Homes and Crematorium, Clarksville Chapel, 34874 Atlantic Ave., Ocean View, DE 19970, where friends may call beginning at 2:00 PM. Burial will take place on Friday, October 7, 2022, at 12:00 PM, at Glen Haven Memorial Cemetery, 7231 Ritchie Highway, Glen Burnie, MD.
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