James Hollins

HOLLINS, Mr. James - Age 91, passed away Saturday, October 17, 2009 at his residence. Family hour 12:30PM Friday October 23, 2009 at Welcome Missionary Baptist Church, 143 Oneida St., with funeral service commencing immediately at 1:00PM. Pastor Douglas P. Jones, officiating. Interment Oak Hill Cemetery, 210 University Drive. Friends and pallbearers will assemble at the church 12:30PM Friday. Mr. Hollins will lie in state in the Chapel of Lawrence E. Moon Funeral Home, 268 N. Perry St., and may be viewed from 3-8PM Thursday. Mr. James Berry Hollins was born February 15, 1918 in Memphis, Tennessee to the union of the late James and Cora Hollins. He departed this life on Saturday October 17, 2009 at 9:50AM at his residence, at the age of 91. Berry was educated in Memphis Public Schools System. He was a veteran of World War II, who received numerous medals and was honorably discharged in 1946. He later moved to Pontiac with his wife in the early 1940’s. Berry professed his belief in Christ at an early age and was a member of Trinity Missionary Baptist Church. He was employed by General Motors Truck and Coach for over forty years, where he retired in 1981. He also worked for Benda, Ficek and Grace for thirty-six years and retired in 2008 at the age of 90. Berry enjoyed fishing, gardening, baseball, cooking, canning and spending time with his family. He spent his time giving of himself to others. Always making sure to feed and clothe those in need. His work ethic, strength, tenacity and compassion was his legacy to his family. Mr. James Berry Hollins leaves to cherish his memory: son, Terry Hollins of Lansing, MI; two daughters, Katie Mae Rembert of Memphis, TN, Sandra White of Pontiac, MI; special daughters, Lynn (Henry) Norfolk of Atoka, TN, Janet (Richard) Moore-Coleman of Hattiesburg MS; grandchildren, Sonya Hodge, Abigail Rembert, Jessie Hodge, Christopher Rembert, Natecia Whiteside, Lamar Douglas and Kareem White; thirteen great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Lula Morgan; two brothers-in-law, Oscar Morgan and Charles Vann; special niece, Lorriane Langham; special friends, Catherine Haley and Sweet Pea; and host of other relatives and friends. Mr. Berry was preceded in death by his loving and dedicated wife, Mae Sue; daughter, Shelia; sisters, Gussie and Sis.

James Hollins

February 15, 1918 - October 17, 2009