William R. “Worm” Holstine, 70, of Emmons, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, January 22, 2014 at Thomas Memorial Hospital after a long illness.
He was a devoted Christian for 32 years; a member of Dartmont Freewill Baptist Church, where he served as a Deacon and Sunday School Teacher and was known for sharing his love for Christ with everyone he met. “Worm” was a floor covering installer for 40 plus years and owner of Holstine Floor Covering.
He was the son of the late Ronald and Ruby Holstine. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Patty and great grandson, Zechariah.
He leaves behind his loving wife of 51 years, Carolyn Holstine (Morgan), who loved him with all her heart; six children who loved him dearly, Diana (Silvio) of Dallas, GA, Kevin of Emmons, Dreama (Joe) of Marmet, Larry (Sherry) of Keith, Tina (Kennith) of Sod and Billy (Shasta) of Emmons. 18 Grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren and 1 grand doggie; siblings, Floyd, Rachel, Lovell, Charles, Vivian and Teddy whom he loved very much; and many friends and neighbors that will also miss his presence in their lives.
Funeral service will be 3:00 pm Sunday, January 26, 2014 at Curry Funeral Home, 2097 Childress Road, Alum Creek with Pastor Michael Graley officiating. Burial will follow in the Barker Cemetery, Ashford. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
Am so sorry, for your loss.Carolyn and the family is much in my thoughts and prayers.worm will be missed by so many people. He was always laughing when I would see him. Both he and Carolyn, is very friendly, and nice people.
Tina , I am so sorry about your dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.