Dr. Kevin J. Holmes

Aug 18th, 1958 - Aug 8th, 2014
23 Guests

Visitation:

Mitchell-Hughes Funeral Home

Tue, Aug. 12th, 2014 11:00 AM ~ 12 :00 Noon

Service:

Mitchell-Hughes Funeral Home

Tue, Aug. 12th, 2014 12:00 Noon

Burial:

Rose Hill Cemetery

Tue, Aug. 12th, 2014 1:00 PM

 

Dr. Kevin Jay Holmes, 55, of Marion, passed away due to a coronary event at 1:20 PM, Friday, August 8, 2014 at his home in Marion.

Kevin was born on August 18, 1958 at Good Samaritan Hospital in Mt. Vernon to Charles Lavern and Virginia L. “Jenny” (Sims) Holmes. He was raised by his step-father- Charles “Jack” Dunn. He graduated from Marion High School in 1976 and Logan College of Chiropractic in St. Louis, MO in 1987.

He owned and operated Holmes Chiropractic in Marion where he held several certifications, including acupuncture and advanced treatment for spinal injury due to whiplash. He formerly worked as an x-ray technician at Marion Memorial Hospital. He was a member of the Marion Chamber of Commerce and the Marion Rotary Club as well as several professional organizations. Kevin was Baptist.

In his spare time he enjoyed travelling to New Orleans and listening to classic rock like Aerosmith, Kiss and Eric Clapton. He worked out at Gold’s Gym in Marion. He enjoyed bodybuilding and met and had several pictures taken with Arnold Schwarzenegger. He was a skilled chess player and had a special place in his heart for dogs and animals. He will be dearly missed by all those who knew and loved him.

Survivors include- Step-Mother- Betty Holmes of Marion

Son- Nathan Hosselton of Chicago

Daughter- Samantha Holmes of Marion

Daughter- Jamie Holmes of Marion

Sister- Vicki Griffin and husband Dr. Donald Griffin of West Frankfort

Uncle- Wayland Sims and partner Dr. Dan Brown of Marion

Cousin- Garland Welch and wife Eileen of Marion

Grand Dogs- “Pepper” and “CoCo”

Many close friends and associates

He was preceded in death by his parents and step-father.

A funeral service will be held at 12:00 Noon on Tuesday, August 12, 2014 at Mitchell-Hughes Funeral Home in Marion. Rev. Tim Ozment will officiate. Burial will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery in Marion. A time of gathering and remembrance will begin at 11:00 AM and extend until time of service, Tuesday at Mitchell-Hughes Funeral Home in Marion.

Memorial donations are suggested to the St. Francis Community Animal Rescue or to Hospice of Southern Illinois and will be accepted at Mitchell-Hughes Funeral Home/ 800 N. Market St/ Marion, IL 62959.

23 Guestbook Messages

  • Guest: Kelly Killman

    From: Marion, Illinois

    Date: August 9, 2014

    Brother and a LIFE LONG GREAT friend, will miss u Bro

    Kelly

  • Guest: Marcy Nelson

    From: Marion, Illinois

    Date: August 9, 2014

    I am so sorry this happen, will miss hearing all the stories you and Kelly had to tell. I am happy I was able to meet you and cook Breakfast for you guys a couple of times.
    marcy

  • Guest: Glenda Morgan

    From: Marion, Illinois

    Date: August 9, 2014

    To Wayland, Vicki,Don, Samantha, Jamie and extended family,
    My heart aches for all of you. Prayers for peace and comfort for you. He has been a friend since 1975 when grandma and grand dad lived next door to the Forths. He will be missed!
    Glenda

  • Guest: Boog

    From: Marion, Illinois

    Date: August 9, 2014

    Adios Amigo

  • Guest: Deborah Kissel

    From: Carbondale, Illinois

    Date: August 10, 2014

    I’am so very sorry for your loss, Doctor Holmes was a wonderful doctor, The Best !!!!!! and i just can’t get over this, i sure thought alot of him. He always was very nice and very concern about his patients, very caring and I will miss him and his sweet smile.

  • Guest: john norman

    From: forsyth, Illinois

    Date: August 10, 2014

    Goodbye to a friend and former classmate, who departed this world much too young. God bless and keep all the family and friends - john norman

  • Guest: Jeanette Chamberlain

    From: Stonefort, Illinois

    Date: August 10, 2014

    I knew Kevin for 14 years and worked for him for 11 years. He was an excellent Dr. and a special friend. My condolences to Uncle & Dan, Vicki & Don, Samantha, Jamie and his entire family. Know that my heart feels your pain. He will be sadly missed.

  • Guest: Gary Segretario

    From: MARION, Illinois

    Date: August 10, 2014

    Kev, Sadly you will be missed. Many memories I don’t know where to start,unfortunately, no more..Luv ya!
    Your Friend,
    Gary

  • Guest: Sonya Dora

    From: Phoenix , Arizona

    Date: August 10, 2014

    Para la familia:

    !Con mi mAs sincero pEsame!

    P.D.

    Te voy a extranar amigo querido.

    Adios carino

  • Guest: Joni Emmerson

    From: Paducah, Kentucky

    Date: August 10, 2014

    Sorry to hear of the passing of a longtime family friend. My condolences to Nathan, Jamie, Samantha, Vicki, Wayland and other family members. Prayers for all of you!

  • Guest: Kim

    From: Marion, Illinois

    Date: August 10, 2014

    So sorry for your loss. I will not be able to attend visitation and funeral due to first day of school. I’m sorry. I am praying for your family.

  • Guest: Consi & Ed Kubitz

    From: Marion, Illinois

    Date: August 10, 2014

    Our deepest sympathy is extended at this time to his loved ones.

  • Guest: Dawn Logsdon

    From: Marion, Illinois

    Date: August 10, 2014

    A wonderful caring man who will be greatly missed by all who knew him!!! It saddens me to know he was taken too soon, but I know he is in a better place! My prayers go out to his family.

  • Guest: Daryl Younker

    From: East Palatka, Florida

    Date: August 11, 2014

    So sorry to hear of Kevin’s passing. I remember fun times with him in Marion and St. Louis. It was always a pleasure to spend time with him. My condolences to his family and friends.

  • Guest: Bernice Cohoon

    From: Marion, Illinois

    Date: August 11, 2014

    I am so sorry for your loss, Kevin was taken way to soon. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family at this very sad time, I know Kevin will be missed by all who knew him.

  • Guest: Susan Welch

    From: Marion, Illinois

    Date: August 11, 2014

    17 years ago I was in an auto accident. New to Marion,
    I didn’t know many people. So I looked you up in the
    Yellow pages. Little did I know that my first appointment with you and your smiling face, would turn into a great and special friendship. If it wasn’t for you, I would still be in tremendous pain. Thank you Kevin (Doc) for helping me and being there as a friend. Your title should have been Chiropractor/Phsychiatrists. I will miss you greatly.

    My condolences and prayers go to all of your family. May God keep you strong during this very sad time.

    My heart is also broken.

    Susan

  • Guest: Larry & Sharon Sherertz

    From: Marion, Illinois

    Date: August 11, 2014

    Condolences to the family and friends. Kevin was a very good friend and will be missed by many.

  • Guest: Joe Sprague

    From: Herrin, Illinois

    Date: August 11, 2014

    We are so sad to hear of Dr Holmes passing. I have had the pleasure of knowing Kevin since he had his office in Carbondale. Kevin will sure be missed! We are praying for the family and friends during this difficult time.

  • Guest: Edwina Kent

    From: Marion, Illinois

    Date: August 12, 2014

    My heartfelt condolences to ALL the family. Kevin always had a smile on his face and a kind word for you. He will be missed. Edwina

  • Guest: Brenda Jones

    From: Spring, Texas

    Date: August 12, 2014

    To Vicki,Wayland, Samantha, Jamie, Nathan, and all family and friends,
    Hope you feel comfort in knowing that Kevin was a loyal and gracious friend. We will all miss him! May he rest in peace.
    Brenda Jones

  • Guest: Kathy Essary

    From: Johnston City, Illinois

    Date: August 12, 2014

    I am so shocked and saddened to learn of Kevin’s passing. He was a very talented, intelligent, compassionate physician. He had my utmost respect and I too, considered him a friend. I told lots of people and family about the quality care he could provide them. He worked miracles on my spine for well over ten years. My sincerest condolences to his family and friends! He will be missed by many.

  • Guest: Carla & Bill Rodd

    From: Atlanta, Georgia

    Date: August 14, 2014

    So sorry to hear the news about Kevin. We are thinking of all of you at this sad time.

  • Guest: Greg Schorsch

    From: Oak Park, Illinois

    Date: August 19, 2014

    May Kevin rest in peace, and may all of your family find consolation.