Funeral Mass of George Holmes

George Leo Holmes, 66, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, passed peacefully on November 15, 2024. Visitation: 3:00-5:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 19, 2024, Stewart Baxter Funeral & Memorial Services, Cedar Rapids. Mass: 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, November 20, 2024, St. Patrick Catholic Church, Cedar Rapids. Burial: Mount Calvary Cemetery, Cedar Rapids.

George graduated from LaSalle High School and Mount Mercy College. In his younger years, he was active in football, and baseball, and was always a Cubs fan. He was a voice for accessibility for those with disabilities.

George is survived by his siblings, William Holmes, David (Marilyn) Holmes, Joseph Holmes, Francis Holmes, Mary (Roger) Roff, Therese (David) Wirtz, and Christina (Cody Wade) Holmes; and brother-in-law, Thomas (Amber) VanDeusen.

George was preceded in death by his parents, William and Agnes (Ryan) Holmes; brothers, Harry and Patrick Holmes; and sisters, Kathryn VanDeusen and Dorothy Holmes.

Memorials may be made to the Willis Dady Homeless Shelter.

The Holmes family wishes to thank all medical personnel who contributed to his life over many years, and to his long-time caregiver Kristie Solomon and son Caleb for the significant contributions to his life, they are and always will be his family.

Please share your support and memories with George’s family on his Tribute Wall at www.stewartbaxter.com under Obituaries.