Mr. Thomas Eugene Holmes, 70, of Royston Hwy, Hartwell, passed away Thursday, July 25, 2019 at his home.

Born on June 27, 1949 in Hartwell GA, he was the son of the late John Thomas "Buck" Holmes and Jewel Hambrick Holmes.Mr. Holmes was retired from Bendix of Elberton, where he was a paint line foreman.Thomas was also known for repairing lawn equipment at his home.He was also a member of the Serenity Baptist Church, where he took care of the grounds.

Survivors include his two sons: Grant Holmes (Jennifer) of Hartwell GA and Matthew Holmes (Crystal) of Comer GA; six grandchildren: Trey Gearing, Elizabeth Holmes, Brantson Holmes, Dante Clark, Mia Clark and Lily Mae Holmes; a brother: Pat Holmes (Jane) of Hartwell and a sister: Mary McCurley of Elberton.Mr. Holmes was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers: Jack Holmes and Bud Holmes and a sister: Janie Hinton.

The family will receive friends Saturday evening from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Strickland Funeral Home of Hartwell.Other times the family will be at the home.

Thomas wished to be cremated and a memorial service celebrating his life will be held Sunday, July 28, 2019 at 4:00 p.m. in the Chapel of the Strickland Funeral Home of Hartwell with Rev. Joey Pless and Mr. Fred Greenway officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Serenity Baptist Church, 282 Wolf Creek Trail, Bowersville GA 30516.

The Strickland Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Hartwell is in charge of all arrangements.