Johnston City-Austin W. Holmes, 25, passed away at 11:03am on Thursday, June 12, 2014.
Austin was born on December 2, 1988 in Herrin to Carl and Leisa (Ray) Holmes. He married Brittany Minton. She survives of Johnston City.
Austin’s hobbies included hunting and fishing and he loved spending time with his kids. He will be missed by all.
Survivors include:
Wife-Brittany Holmes of Johnston City
Children:
Drake Holmes of Marion
Tucker Holmes of Marion
Kori Holmes of Marion
Kallen Karnes of Johnston City
Khilar Karnes of Johnston City
Parents:
Doug & Leisa Holmes of Creal Springs
Sister-Detsonie Davis of Creal Springs
Brother-Bubba Holmes and Kim Phelps of Herrin
Brother-Derrick Holmes and Jessica of Marion
Several nieces and nephews
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Gilbert & Louise Holmes; maternal grandparents, William D. & Lola Ray; sister, Redonna Holmes and uncles, Donnie Holmes, Eugene Holmes and Jimmy Holmes
Funeral services will be held at 2pm on Monday, June 16, 2014 at Blue Funeral Home in Marion with Rev. Matt Troxel officiating. Burial will follow at Springhill Cemetery. Visitation will also be on Monday from noon until the time of service at the funeral home.
Memorial donations are suggested to his children c/o Leisa Holmes and will be accepted at Blue Funeral Home/ 1704 N. Court St/ Marion, IL 62959.