Rayann Holland Baisden

Rayann Holland Baisden, age 68, entered her Heavenly home early Wednesday morning, April 12th, 2023. Rayann was born on June 16th, 1954 in Nashville, Tennessee to Dolores Holland (née Mitchell) and Carl Holland. She moved to Pensacola at a young age and graduated from Pensacola High School in 1973.

Rayann was employed by United Parcel Service for 29 years, a job which she loved so much. A resident of Daphne for over ten years, Rayann loved to contribute to her community. Following her retirement, Rayann volunteered for several organizations on the Eastern Shore. In addition to her volunteering, she was always in the front row for her grandchildren's sporting events.

She was a dedicated Tennessee Volunteers fan, always sporting orange and white- even in the off season. Rayann was devoted to her family, always attending milestone events to show her support. In addition, Rayann was a committed member of Jubilee Baptist Church.

Rayann is preceded in death by her parents Carl Holland and Dolores Holland. She is survived by her children, Richard Baisden Jr. (Kylie) of Jacksonville, FL and Jennifer Eady (Terry) of Daphne, AL. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Taylor Baisden (Emily) and Peyton Baisden of Jacksonville, FL; Kamden Eady, Maddox Eady, and Bryant Eady of Daphne, AL; and great-grandchild Bennett Baisden of Jacksonville, FL. Rayann is survived by her siblings Linda Lombardi (Russell) and Mike Holland (Gina) of Maryville, TN. She is also survived by her nieces and nephews.

Rayann's Celebration of Life will be held at 11 AM Monday, April 24th at Bayview Fisher-Pou Chapel, located at 3351 Scenic Highway, Pensacola, FL. Her ashes will be interred next to her parents at Bayview.