Shelby Holmes

Mr. Shelby Holmes, 85, a resident of Luverne, Alabama, lost his fight with COVID-19 at Crenshaw Community Hospital on Tuesday, August 17, 2021. A graveside service for Mr. Holmes will be held at 11 AM on Friday, August 20th, in Rocky Mount Cemetery with Rev. Parker Bowen officiating and Turners Funeral Home of Luverne directing.

Mr. Holmes owned and operated his own service station for much of his life. He was a shining example of how to be a successful businessman through hard work. In whatever free time he had, there was nothing he loved more than going fishing. Above all, he was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather who adored his family. He thoroughly enjoyed the time he had with them and they will cherish all of the memories they made together over the years.

Mr. Holmes was preceded in death by his parents, Oliver Wendell & Annie Sanders Holmes, and sisters, Jean Buchanan, Marjorie Bodiford, and Ruth Duke. He is survived by his loving wife, Buena Wilkerson Holmes; their children, Cathy Cox & Tony (Wanda Dale) Holmes; grandchildren, Matt (Emily) Dean and Randi Dean; brothers, Clinton (Thelma) Holmes, Mickey (Susan) Holmes, and Donnie (Geissla) Holmes; and numerous nieces & nephews.

Family and friends will meet in the cemetery at the service time.