Henry "JR" Holmes Jr.

Henry “JR” Holmes was born on August 1st, 1973 in Tahlequah, OK, the son of Henry Sr and Rebecca (Jones) Holmes. JR’s childhood was an idyllic time in his life, he often reminisced about riding his bike and playing outside in the creek.

He attended Keys Grade School and Tahlequah High School (Class of 1991), where he made lifelong friendships.

Henry enjoyed his time working at the Moo-vie Store and Georgia Pacific. He often talked about the fun times he had with his co-workers.

He loved rock music and never missed the chance to go to a concert. He loved movies and had quite an extensive collection.

Henry was a trivia buff. He had an amazing memory. He was very knowledgeable about a variety of subjects and was well-versed in categories about pop culture, TV & movies, and popular music. He was also very witty and fun so no doubt he was voted as class clown.

A Christian by faith, the Lord called JR home knowing he completed his assignment here on earth. He packed a lot of life in his 49 years and he will be forever missed and remembered by the many lives he touched.

He is preceded in death by his grandparents, his father, his sister, Joyce James and his brother, Manuel Holmes.

Those left to celebrate his life include his mother, Rebecca Holmes, two brothers, Richard Holmes and wife Sue of Bunch, Tony Jones and wife Annah of Stilwell, and three sisters, Mildred Bolin and husband Dean of Bunch, Bonnie Jones of Tahlequah, Evelyn Adair of Houston, TX, and honorary sister, Sommer Adair of Houston, TX. He also leaves one brother-in-law, Pete James of Salina and sister-in-law, Allene Holmes of Bunch, as well as beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, and countless friends.

Graveside services for Henry “JR” Holmes will be held on Saturday, April 22nd, 2023 at 10:00am at Barber Cemetery with Pastor Shawn Petree officiating. There will be a Celebration of the Life of Henry “JR” following at Reed-Culver Funeral Home conducted by Celebrant Brad Eubanks at 11:00am where the family invites his friends and loved ones to share their memories and stories.

Pallbearers for Henry “JR” include Dalton Briggs, Jimmy Ferrell, Phil Lower, Brian McMurtrey, Jeff Strayer and Chooch White. His honorary pallbearers include Camden Haeberle, Liam Haeberle, Noah Haeberle, Eli Haeberle and Knowlin Reece (aka The Rascals). The Rascals moms (JR’s nieces), Tiffany Haeberle and Amber Reece, held a special place in his heart.

The family requests that in lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the National Kidney Foundation or Shriners Hospitals for Children. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be left at www.reedculver.com for the Holmes family.