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Altus Monroe Holmes

Altus Monroe Holmes, 93, of Brookhaven, MS, passed away peacefully at St. Dominic's Hospital on Tuesday, December 28, 2021.  He was born on January 26, 1928, to the late Ellen and Victor Holmes in Lexie, MS.

 Mr. Holmes graduated from Lexie High School in 1946 and Mississippi State in 1958.  He was a forester and a member of First Baptist Church in Brookhaven, serving as a lifetime deacon.  He was also a multi-decade member of the Brookhaven Exchange Club, receiving the John L. Leary Memorial Award for service.

 Preceding him in his death were his parents, Ellen Newman Holmes and Victor Monroe Holmes; his siblings, Joe Holmes, Willene Holmes Schwamkrug, and Eldon Holmes; and his grandparents.

 Mr. Holmes, a Navy WWII veteran, loving father, grandfather, and great grandfather, is survived by his wife, Sue Bullock Holmes; his daughter, Lynne Holmes Lofton; his son, Brent Holmes; five grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Duncan.

 Al Holmes, known as "Granddaddy" to his grandchildren, served on a Naval ship in the mailroom during WWII, delivering mail to all service members in the fleet.  Following his service during WWII, he returned to Walthall County and married the love of his life, Sue Bullock, on July 22, 1951. 

 He moved to Starkville with his family to complete his forestry degree at Mississippi State.  They lived in Starkville for several years with his two young children, and eventually moved to Brookhaven in 1960, working with the Mississippi Forestry Commission.  He passed on his love for the outdoors to his children and grandchildren, and one of his grandchildren's fondest memories were camping trips with their grandparents across various Mississippi state parks.  

 Mr. Holmes cherished being a father, grandfather, and wise, humble mentor.  Even though his nature was quiet and reserved, his backyard pool was a central hub of activity during the prime of his grandfatherhood, and he enjoyed hosting yearly Easter Egg Hunts in his front yard.  He loved animals, and always had a dog by his side – including Kim, Cholly, Harry, Hobo, Sassy, Lizzy, Jake, and Duncan.  In retirement, Al embraced art and began painting, leaving his friends and family with a variety of still life, landscape, and portrait paintings that they will cherish for the rest of their lives.

 Al was a friend to all who knew him.  Those left to hold his memory dear are his wife, Sue Holmes; daughter, Lynne Lofton (Bill); son, Brent Holmes (Phyllis); grandson Will (Grace Anne); granddaughter Lydia; grandson Lane (Anna); grandson David (Liz); grandson Kevin; great- granddaughter Priscilla; great-granddaughter Karis; great-granddaughter Liesl; great-grandson Connor; and great-grandson Sam. 

 Visitation will be held Friday, December 31, from 9 - 10:30 am at Riverwood Family Funeral Service, and the funeral will follow at 10:30 am at the same location.

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  • Comment Link Anna Schwamkrug Spalding Wednesday, 05 January 2022 22:29 posted by Anna Schwamkrug Spalding

    Sue , I can still remember your wedding to Altus in Lexie . It was my first wedding to attend but I have never gotten it. And I understand that you look almost the same still. We are planning to see you the next time I am visiting Rob and Kay. They were so glad to attend the beautiful service gif Altus. He sad such an inspiration to do many. He was so helpful to me when I was handling our Mississippi property. . He will be missed ! We love you and your family. Anna

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  • Comment Link Deborah Brady Thursday, 30 December 2021 12:05 posted by Deborah Brady

    Lynne and family, I am so sorry for your loss. He was such a special man. Praying for you during this time and the days ahead. God bless you all!!

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  • Comment Link Deborah Brady Thursday, 30 December 2021 07:58 posted by Deborah Brady

    Lynne I am so sorry for your loss! Losing a special dad like yours is hard! I have been there. That hole is always there. Praying for you and your family during this time and the days ahead! Love you!

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  • Comment Link Richard Weaver Wednesday, 29 December 2021 20:28 posted by Richard Weaver

    Brent, Lynne & Sue,
    Its hard to find words to express my sorrow. Al was a wonderful man as you all know. I still have fond memories of playing at your home on North Church Street. I can still remember being in the garden behind the house with Brent and being pursued by a black runner. Funny the things that stick in your memory while others fade away. May God bless your family in this time of loss.

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  • Comment Link Andy and Charles Wright Wednesday, 29 December 2021 17:24 posted by Andy and Charles Wright

    Our prayers are with all of you at this time. Your special husband/Dad will live in the hearts of many of us for a very long time. He was the kind of fellow all like to know and be around. His sense of humor was priceless. It has been our joy to know him and Sue and their precious family. We pray for peace, comfort, and sweet memories during these days. He certainly gave away lots of happiness and joy to others. We love Al and Sue. God be with you all. Andy and Charles

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  • Comment Link Carolyn Smith Wednesday, 29 December 2021 09:49 posted by Carolyn Smith

    So sorry to hear of your loss. Sending my thoughts and prayers and will be thinking of your family on the coming days☺️

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  • Comment Link Dianne Altman Tuesday, 28 December 2021 22:16 posted by Dianne Altman

    Lynne and family I am so sorry for the loss of this special member of the family. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers in the coming days. For now, he just changed his address and you will be reunited again. Rest well Mr. Al .

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  • Comment Link Ruby Nan Midkiff Tuesday, 28 December 2021 20:48 posted by Ruby Nan Midkiff

    Mr Holmes was a wonderful Christian man admired by many. Your family will be in my prayers.

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  • Comment Link Jane Statham Tuesday, 28 December 2021 19:54 posted by Jane Statham

    Mrs. Sue and Lynne,
    Such sad news to hear. He was such a precious man. As hard as it is to say goodbye, i rejoice with you knowing he is in the presence of Jesus. I’m sure he was greeted with,”Well done, my good and faithful son!” What a comfort knowing we will see him again one day. Love you all.

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  • Comment Link Cathy Davis Tuesday, 28 December 2021 18:10 posted by Cathy Davis

    Lynne, I am
    So sorry to hear about this. I know how you loved him. I am praying for you and your mom and your sweet family. What a special life he had. Love you.

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  • Comment Link Sherman and Evelyn Tuesday, 28 December 2021 16:50 posted by Sherman and Evelyn

    Sue, Lynne, Brent and families, so sorry to hear about Al , he will be missed and so glad for all your family memories. God bless you all in this sad time.

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