Holly Helene Holland

Holly was born on June 15, 19531 and passed away on July 3, 2023 at 70 years of age. Holly was born in Hollywood, California and lived in California her entire life. Holly’s grandparents, Leon and Hesper McGee have preceded Holly in death. Holly was the middle daughter of James Leo Holland and Shirley Ellen Lathrop who have also preceded Holly in death. Holly is survived by her oldest sister, Linda Scott and her brother-in-law, Ronald Scott. Additionally, Holly is survived by her younger sister, Janine Malherbe and her brother-in-law, Michael Malherbe. Although Holly never married, she is survived by her two sisters, two brothers-in-law, four (4) nephews and three (3) nieces, three (3) grandnephews and five (5) grandnieces, many cousins, and friends. Holly’s residence was with her sister Linda and her brother-in-law Ron for seventeen years. Holly will be deeply missed.

Holly was an active part of a group called Care Rite for over 20 years. As a member of Care Rite, Holly spent many volunteer hours at senior centers, churches, etc. Holly made lifelong friends among Care Rite staff and other volunteers. Holly was very proud to have worked as a loyal part time employee for Best Buy for 17 years.

Holly loved Jesus and was a born-again believer. Holly had an absolute love for music, travel, and animals. She loved the glitz and glamor of Las Vegas, the tropical feel of Hawaii, cruises to St. Thomas, St. Martin, Aruba, Curacao, St. Lucia, and many other tropical places.

Holly had famous memories that included being kissed on the cheek by Elvis Presley as a teenager, meeting Lucille Ball, attending a party with Dean Martin’s son, getting an autographed framed photo an , letter from Frank Sinatra and annual concerts to the Fab Four.
Holly’s infectious sweet spirit and kind heart will be missed by all who loved her.

Funeral arrangements were entrusted to England Family Mortuary, Inc.