'The Lord giveth and taketh,' Loretta Elsie Holmes passed at age 83 on Tuesday February 16, 2021 at the Arbors at Gallipolis, after a good long life. Born in Gallipolis on July 22, 1937, she was the daughter of the late Homer and Nella Fultz, along with her parents, she has mourned the passing of her husband, Stewart Holmes, 5 Siblings, and 2 Grandchildren; La Ron Garnes and Ricky Holmes.

Loretta was a homemaker and a lifelong member of the Missionary Baptist Church of Oak Hill.

She leaves behind 3 Children; Diana Neal (her love passed, Rick Holmes), Gloria Holmes (James Williams), and Debbie Holmes, along with Grandchildren; Baretta (Jennifer), Gilliam, LaKisha Williams, Maranda, Amanda and Michael Holmes. She is also survived by many great and great great Grandchildren, a sister, Margaret Bunch and a close friend and sister-in-law Alzona Holmes.

Graveside services will be 1:00 PM. Tuesday February 23, 2021 at the Corinth Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Calvin Minnis officiating.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the funeral home to help with Loretta's funeral expenses.

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