Myrtes Jean Holiday

Myrtes J. Holiday, 83, of Greenville, wife of Richard Holiday, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, December 30, 2020 while at home surrounded by her family.

Born in Conestee, she was a daughter of the late James and Lois Hughey. Mrs. Holiday was a long-time member of First Baptist Church of Conestee.

In addition to her husband, Richard, Mrs. Holiday is survived by their children, Debra Odell (Keith), Donna Dukeshier (David), Della Russ (Douglas) all of Greenville, and Lant Holiday (Judy) of Charleston; grandchildren, Jonathan, Amy, and Lauren Russ, Stacy and Jacob Dukeshier, Hannah Thomas (Daniel), and Bryce Holiday; and three great-grandchildren, Saddie, Tyler, and Ellie Grace Thomas.

She was preceded in death by two sisters and one brother.

Although no formal Receiving of Friends will be held, friends may pay their respects Monday, January 4, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. at Heritage Funeral Home.

A Funeral Service will be held Cryptside in Greenville Memorial Gardens on Monday, January 4, at 1:00 p.m.

Guests are encouraged to wear a mask and practice social distancing.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to: Open Arms Hospice.   

Condolences to the family of Myrtes Jean Holiday

  • Wilton Fowler
    3 years ago

    Richard, Debra, Donna, Della, Lant and family members and friends, please know that our thoughts and payers are with you all during this time. Myrtes was such a sweet lady and lifelong friend and she will be missed by all who knew her. Her testimony and life here proceeds her into the arms of our Heavenly Father where we will join her one glad day. Rest in Peace our friend.
    Wilton & Joan Fowler

  • Wanda Brewer
    3 years ago

    Richard and family you all are in our thoughts and prayers. Myrtes was such a wonderful friend. Love you all Tim and Wanda Brewer

  • CarmaleenNDwight Ripperger
    3 years ago

    Richard Holiday and family of Myrtes Holiday.So sorry for the loss of your precious wife and mother. She was a blessing to all of us who had the privilege of knowing her.She was sweet and kind to everyone.She will truly be missed but Jesus just welcomed an Angel home and she is praising and worshipping Him. No more pain, tears and sorrow. She is waiting around the corner for all of her friends and loved ones to join her. Praying for you all, Carmaleen & Dwight Ripperger

  • Jill Bowers
    3 years ago

    Daddy holliday , Debbie, Donna, pumpkin, and lant and all rest of family . I am very saddened by this she was such a sweetie and so beautiful . Ricky and I cannot make it to service due to work but just know we are there on thoughts and prayers. Love you , Ricky and jill bowers

  • Debbie Kuykendall
    3 years ago

    So sorry for your loss prayers for the family she was a sweet lady and very kind.

  • Debbie Tucker
    3 years ago

    Randall and I want you to know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers. Sorry that we can’t make the service.

  • Donna, Sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. Thoughts and prayers for you and your whole family.

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