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“You are always in our minds and in our hearts. Not a day goes by that we don't wish you were here. Love you always.
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1 of 57 | Posted by: Ruth Holmes - Melbourne, FL
“My dear brother, you are missed more than you could ever imagine. I am so grateful that you found true love, the joys of being a father and a career...Read More »
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2 of 57 | Posted by: Ruth Holmes - Melbourne, FL
“We just now found out about Paul's passing. I am so shocked and sad. We were very close to Paul for years and enjoyed spending time with him. Curtis...Read More »
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3 of 57 | Posted by: Curtis and Jennifer Bryfczynski - FL
“Cannot express in words how much Paul will be missed. Not only was he family, but we were lucky enough to call him our friend. Paul had a sparkle in...Read More »
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4 of 57 | Posted by: Mark and Kelley Douglass - FL
“The staff of Frances Florist would like to express our sincerest sympathies on the loss of Mr. Holmes.
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5 of 57 | Posted by: Frances Florist, Douglasville, GA - GA
“I worked with Paul a few months and he was a nice guy always smiling and happy. He will be missed. May God bless his wife and daughter and the rest...Read More »
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6 of 57 | Posted by: Tamatha Wisener
“May the Lord guide and direct your family as you go through this diffacult experience.
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7 of 57 | Posted by: Lt. Andy Thompson - Casselberry, FL
“Having only had the pleasure of talking w/ Paul once (at Lexie's Xmas party) I could tell immediately how much he loved his family. He just beamed...Read More »
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8 of 57 | Posted by: Jodi Albano - Dallas, GA
“I had the pleasure of being one of the first Paramedics that Paul rode a clinical with when he was in EMT school. That afternoon was somewhat ...Read More »
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9 of 57 | Posted by: Matt Sands, Paramedic/Friend/HCVAS/BCFR - FL
“Don’t think of him as gone away –
his journey’s just begun;
life holds so many facets –
this earth is only one.
Just think of him as resting...Read More »
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10 of 57 | Posted by: Matt Fields - Lithia Springs, GA
“Our prayers and thoughts are with the family during this diffucult time. Paul was the most caring person with a heart of gold. He always had a smile...Read More »
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11 of 57 | Posted by: Amanda Cannon and Blake Harper
“Our deepest regrets go out to the family. God Bless to the family and friends during this difficult time.
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12 of 57 | Posted by: The Brewer Family - Rockledge, FL
“I am so sorry to hear about Paul. I rode with Paul when I worked at Coastal and he always had a smile and good outlook on life. I definitely remember...Read More »
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13 of 57 | Posted by: Karen Hancock - Satellite Beach, FL
“My condolences to the family and to the DCFD family. I thoughts and prayers go out to you.
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14 of 57 | Posted by: Debra (Debbie Acholes) Bullis
“I sorry for your loss. Paul was a friendly, and cheerful person and neighbor.
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15 of 57 | Posted by: roni osborne - dallas, GA
“I sorry for your loss. Paul was a friendly, and cheerful person and neighbor.
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16 of 57 | Posted by: roni osborne - dallas, GA
“I was very saddened to hear of the passing of Paul...I can honestly say that I never seen him in the ER without a smile on his face. We are all...Read More »
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17 of 57 | Posted by: RayLene Cheatwood - Villa Rica, GA
“Our deep and sincere condolences to the whole family. Jane,Paul & Ruth, you are in our thoughts and prayers, as well as special prayers for Jamie...Read More »
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18 of 57 | Posted by: Al & Judy Faro - Dallas, GA
“My heart goes out to the family of someone who was taken too early. I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I volunteered with Paul at HCVAS and...Read More »
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19 of 57 | Posted by: Christy C. - Co-worker
“I am so sorry for your loss, you all are in my thoughts and prayers. May the Lord be with you and guide you through this most difficult time.
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20 of 57 | Posted by: Ginny Trepanier - Melbourne, FL
“To the Holmes family,
I am so sorry about your loss. Please find that soon death will be gone forever.(Revelation 21:3,4) Jehovah God and Jesus...Read More »
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21 of 57 | Posted by: MIchelle Boyce - Atlanta, GA
“We will forever miss your smile and your kind hearted attitude. We will miss your laughter and all the times you talked about your wife and daughter....Read More »
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22 of 57 | Posted by: Eddie and Tracey Glaze DCFD/Douglas ER - GA
“Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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23 of 57 | Posted by: Jason & Pennie Lamanac
“Jamie and Lexi (monkey) my heart goes out to the both of you. Paul was such a good friend and I will miss him dearly. He was always so cheerfull...Read More »
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24 of 57 | Posted by: Missi Berry
“Paul and I worked at Metro Atlanta together many times. One of the last calls that we ran was a shooting in Marietta. After a long trip downtown Paul...Read More »
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25 of 57 | Posted by: Patty Cox - Powder Springs, GA
“I have had the pleasure of working with Paul on many occasions on the ambulance and he was a very career driven and family oriented person. It is a...Read More »
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26 of 57 | Posted by: Barry Strait - Woodstock, GA
“Our hearts are grieving for the Holmes family. You are in our prayers.
~"I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." Phil 4:13
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27 of 57 | Posted by: Frank and Heather Kitchens and Family
“Dear Nephew and Friend,
In deference to you, I agree you win this round in our ongoing debate over whether chocolate milk comes from brown cows. But...Read More »
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28 of 57 | Posted by: Whalen R. Holmes - Harrisburg, IL
“We never met face to face but we live in the same neghborhood....Jamie- You and your daughter are in our prayers.
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29 of 57 | Posted by: The Strickland Family - Dallas, GA
“Jane and Paul our prayers are with you and Paul Jr's wife and family.
Love,
Johnny, and Sandy
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30 of 57 | Posted by: Johnny and Sandy Layton
“Jane and Paul,
May God keep you and your family in his loving hands during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love,...Read More »
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31 of 57 | Posted by: Phyllis Day - Cocoa Beach, FL
“Jane, Although I never had the pleasure of meeting your son, Paul, it is obvious from the comments that he was an amazing young man. Please know that...Read More »
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32 of 57 | Posted by: Beth Windover - Melbourne, FL
“My heart aches for Paul, Jamie, Lexi and his family. Paul was an uplift when you were down, with his quick witted comments and infectious smile. Paul...Read More »
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33 of 57 | Posted by: Susan Beuer - Coca, FL
“Our deepest sympathy is extended to Paul Holmes's family and his Fire/EMS family. May God wrap his loving arms around each of you and give you peace.
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34 of 57 | Posted by: Alan & Linda Sewell - GA
“We stand with you in your time of Sorrow. We are praying for you.
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35 of 57 | Posted by: Ray & Donna New
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. Although we did not know Paul personally, we do know a lot of the men and women that he worked...Read More »
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36 of 57 | Posted by: Sonny & Cheryl Smith (Retired - DCSO) - FL
“We are truly saddened to hear of the death of a fellow firefighter. May God give peace to the family in this difficult time. Know that we are...Read More »
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37 of 57 | Posted by: Chris and Meredith Tucker
“Although we never knew Paul personally, we have been touched by this tragedy more than you will ever know. Through our son, who worked with Paul, we...Read More »
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38 of 57 | Posted by: Hank & Pat McNair
“So sorry to hear of your loss he was a hard worker and was crazy about his little Girl. Rest in peace Paul you will be missed.
Jenny Paramedic...Read More »
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39 of 57 | Posted by: Jenny Weatherby
“After hearing about the tragic event my heart sunk in sorrow that we have lost a great man also a great paramedic. It was a tough love between Paul...Read More »
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40 of 57 | Posted by: Paul Currey Jr.-Paramedic - Cocoa, FL
“My prayers go out to Jamie and Lexi. Paul was not a good man he was a GREAT MAN. Paul has reached the highest potential that God places in each...Read More »
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41 of 57 | Posted by: Joe Goodwin, Paramedic - FL
“Although I did not know Paul well, it was a always a pleasure to see him show up on a call. His happy-go-lucky spirit coupled with his knowledge of...Read More »
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42 of 57 | Posted by: Brian Dougherty - Kennesaw, GA
“It was always a joy to have Paul come in my office for a quick grab of chocolate and chat. He always had a smile and never complained. To the family:...Read More »
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43 of 57 | Posted by: Susan Auten - Dallas, GA
“It is with great sorrow in my heart that I leave this message of passing for Paul. I was blessed to have met Paul and Jamie when they lived in...Read More »
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44 of 57 | Posted by: Jeanne Pierce - Cocoa, FL
“My thoughts and prayers go to Paul's wonderful parents, wife and daughter. I have many memories of shifts with Paul but none as vivid as our...Read More »
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45 of 57 | Posted by: Lauris Cady, EMT - FL
“The loss of Paul Holmes in such a tragic accident is a catastrophic loss to his family, friends as well as the entire community. A senseless accident...Read More »
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46 of 57 | Posted by: Lewie H. Rosner Paramedic - GA
“Our deepest thoughts and prayers are with Jamie, Lex (Monkey) and the Holmes family at this very difficult time. As Paul was also a part of our...Read More »
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47 of 57 | Posted by: Dwayne and Lyndel Bennett - GA
“I am very Sorry. Everyone is in my prayers.
My deepest sympathy,
Judy Hicks
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48 of 57 | Posted by: Jufy Hicks - Rome, GA
“We extend our heartfelt sympathy to you during this time. The Mitchell's
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49 of 57 | Posted by: Mitchell Appliance Company - GA
“We are so deeply saddened by the sudden passing of our good friend, Paul. He was the sweetest, most kind-hearted person, and would always come into...Read More »
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50 of 57 | Posted by: Cindy Murphy - Friend
“We have family and friends that work at D.C.F.D. We are very sorry for your loss. Our heart and prayers go out to you!
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51 of 57 | Posted by: Katrina Blanchard and Corey Glaze
“I extend my deepest condolences, and also my humble thanks to Paul for feeling the call of duty and keeping the citizens of Douglas County safe. He...Read More »
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52 of 57 | Posted by: Perry Williams - Douglasville, GA
“I am so very sorry for your loss.
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53 of 57 | Posted by: Kathryn Hall
“I only worked with Paul a few times, but he was a nice guy, I'm very sorry for your loss
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54 of 57 | Posted by: Chris Brackett
“My deepest sympathies to Mr. Holmes family and his fire family. May the hands of God protect you and keep you through the coming days and months.
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55 of 57 | Posted by: Tiffany M. Stanton - IL
“To the immediate family and the Fire department family: Each of us express our deepest sympathy and condolences. Though none of us can experience the...Read More »
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56 of 57 | Posted by: Douglas County E911 - GA
“The staff of Whitley Garner at Rosehaven extends our deepest sympathy to the Holmes family.
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57 of 57 | Posted by: Don A. Greene - Douglasville , GA
Mr. Paul Douglas Holmes, Jr., age 37, of Dallas, GA passed away Monday, December 28, 2009. He was born July 23, 1972 in Miami, FL. Mr. Holmes was a Firefighter/Paramedic with the Douglas County Fire Dept.
He is survived by his wife Jamie Holmes; daughter Alexandra Holmes; parents Jane and Paul Holmes, Sr.; and sister Ruth Holmes, all of Dallas, GA.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday, December 31, 2009 and Friday, January 1, 2010 from 4-8 PM. The funeral service will be Saturday, January 2, 2010 at 2:00 PM at First Baptist Church of Douglasville with Pastor Jerry Helton officiating. Interment will follow at Rosehaven Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations be made to the Paul Holmes Memorial Fund at any Wachovia Bank branch.
Those who wish to express condolences or share a special memory may do so online at www.whitleygarner.com
Arrangements by: Whitley-Garner at Rosehaven Funeral Home, Douglasville, GA 30134, 770-942-4246
