He began his career with the Evansville Fire Department in 1959 and proudly served until his retirement in 1995, having attained the rank of Lieutenant on Ladder 16. John was a lifelong member of the Izaak Walton League of America and an avid hunter and fisherman. John also had a passion for collecting antiques and Civil War memorabilia. A devoted history enthusiast, he especially enjoyed researching his family genealogy.
John was preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Carolyn Sue Holland, and grandson, Brant Jepson.
He is survived by his sons, Steve Holland of Atlanta, Ga., and Greg Holland (Diana), of Evansville; daughter, Pam Jepson of Evansville; grandchildren, Dustin Holland (Alyssa) of Indianapolis, Christopher Holland of Denver, CO, Jessie Holland of Denver, CO, Ty Jepson of Evansville and Jack Holland of Atlanta, GA.
A Funeral Service and Evansville Fire Department Honor Guard Service will begin at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at Alexander North Chapel, 4200 Stringtown Rd. Family and friends may visit Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.
Condolences may be made online at www.AlexanderNorthChapel.com
