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Willie Evelyn Fountain-Holmes

1944 - 2024

Willie Evelyn Fountain-Holmes obituary, 1944-2024

BORN

1944

DIED

2024

FUNERAL HOME

The Boyd Family Funeral Home

5001 Chef Menteur Hwy.

New Orleans, Louisiana

Willie Fountain-Holmes Obituary

Willie Evelyn Fountain-Holmes was born in Woodville, Mississippi, May 29, 1944. She entered into eternal rest Friday, May 3, 2024. Mrs. Holmes was born to the union of Mrs. Lubeal and Matt Fountain. She was baptized at Pleasant Green Baptist Church in Woodville, MS. She is survived by her loving husband Mr. Edward D. Holmes Jr. of 59 years and her sons Jiri K. (Interior) and Gus Hawkins. She leaves behind her grandchildren, Jade K., Jiri K., Jasmine K, two brothers, Kenneth Fountain (Mary), Donald Fountain and a host of nieces, nephews, sisters-in law, aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, co-workers, and classmates. Family and friends are invited to attend the Celebration of Life Service on Monday, May 13, 2024, for 11:00 a.m. at Tulane Memorial Baptist Church, 3601 Paris Ave., New Orleans, LA 70122. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. Reverend Ross Johnson, officiating. Interment will follow at Mount Olivet Cemetery, 4000 Norman Mayer Ave., New Orleans, LA 70122. Please sign the Online Guestbook: www.anewtraditionbegins.com (504) 282-0600. Donavin D. Boyd and Linear Brooks Boyd Owners/Funeral Directors.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from May 10 to May 12, 2024.

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In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Jeannie Clemons

Other

May 14, 2024

To the family of the late Mrs. Holmes. Sending my condolences and prayers. May God give all of you a peace that will surpass all understandings. RIP Mrs. Holmes I will miss our talks, seeing you at the Casino, and your beautiful smile. Later, Later.

Sheila E. Jackson

Friend

May 13, 2024

Mrs Holmes you were the sunshine on a rainy day and you will truly be missed. A teacher like you can never be replaced always in my heart.

Mrs Pamela S Jordan

School

May 13, 2024

I PRAY FOR GOD TO COMFORT YOU DURING THIS BEREAVEMENT TIME. IT'S NEVER EASY THOUGH A PART OF LIFE. GOD IS ABLE TO CARRY YOU THROUGH. LOVE YOU COACH. PRAYING FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

MARY T LEWIS

Friend

May 13, 2024

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Chenell Stewart

School

May 13, 2024

I was saddened to hear of your passing. You touched many lives. RIP Mrs Holmes.

Connie Blume LaCombe

May 12, 2024

Condolences to the family

Evelyn S Mcquarter

Other

May 12, 2024

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Annette Quinn and family

May 12, 2024

She was the best teacher, we all loved her so much!

Julie Scott Buse

School

May 12, 2024

To the Holems Family.
I worked with Evelyn for many years for the Jefferson Parish Public School System. She was also related to the Veals who were my neighbors for several years.
Sorry to learn about your loss. We all must go to meet our Maker one day.
Be strong in the Lord.
Lena J Crinel

Dr. Lena J. Crinel

School

May 11, 2024

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Memorial Events
for Willie Fountain-Holmes

May

13

Visitation

9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Tulane Memorial Baptist Church

3601 Paris Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70122

May

13

Celebration of Life

11:00 a.m.

Tulane Memorial Baptist Church

3601 Paris Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70122

Funeral services provided by:

The Boyd Family Funeral Home

5001 Chef Menteur Hwy., New Orleans, LA 70126

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