Dr Carl Holmes
It is with a heavy heart that I inform you of the passing of Dr. Carl Holmes. On behalf of the Executive Board and members of the IABPFF I am sure that you will all join me in sending our sympathy and condolences to his wife Marvella, daughter Carla and the rest of the Holmes family. He was at his daughters house with family celebrating Thanksgiving when his untimely death occurred even though he has been battling illness & sickness for the last five years. Please pray for the Holmes family during their time of bereavement and we will keep you updated on the information regarding his transition as it becomes available.
Doc as he is affectionately known was the consummate leader, a warrior, the ultimate professional in the fire service and a friend to me and countless others in the fire service. We loss a giant icon of a man in the fire service and in the majority of our lives yesterday that may never be duplicated and for sure will never be forgotten but will truly be missed, may GOD continue to bless us all.
Sincerely,
Addington C. Stewart
President, International Association of Black Professional Fire Fighters
Doc as he is affectionately known was the consummate leader, a warrior, the ultimate professional in the fire service and a friend to me and countless others in the fire service. We loss a giant icon of a man in the fire service and in the majority of our lives yesterday that may never be duplicated and for sure will never be forgotten but will truly be missed, may GOD continue to bless us all.
Sincerely,
Addington C. Stewart
President, International Association of Black Professional Fire Fighters
The passing of this Dynamic Warrior is Heartbreaking, Dr. Carl Holmes is singularly responsible for the success of Hundreds of Black Fire Professional's, including many Chiefs of Department.
His loss is both incalculable and irreplaceable, in my opinion, on the future of Black Leadership in the Fire Service.
Those who have ever been in his presence, particularly during one of his legendary lectures, know exactly what I mean.
The Dr. Carl G. Holmes Executive Development Institute (EDI) will live on, prayerfully, to continue to keep his mission in life ALIVE.
ALL THAT I AM, I OWE, I LIVE ETERNALLY IN THE RED.....Indeed my Beloved Brother.
May the Creator welcome you to the council of our Ancestors, as we continue to "Keep the Fires Burning for Justice", with the knowledge and skills you provided to the many, during your Life of Service, Sacrifice, and Achievements.
Rest in Peace,
Elbert Washington
His loss is both incalculable and irreplaceable, in my opinion, on the future of Black Leadership in the Fire Service.
Those who have ever been in his presence, particularly during one of his legendary lectures, know exactly what I mean.
The Dr. Carl G. Holmes Executive Development Institute (EDI) will live on, prayerfully, to continue to keep his mission in life ALIVE.
ALL THAT I AM, I OWE, I LIVE ETERNALLY IN THE RED.....Indeed my Beloved Brother.
May the Creator welcome you to the council of our Ancestors, as we continue to "Keep the Fires Burning for Justice", with the knowledge and skills you provided to the many, during your Life of Service, Sacrifice, and Achievements.
Rest in Peace,
Elbert Washington
Service Arrangements for Dr. Carl Holmes
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The Home-going services for our beloved Dr. Carl Holmes ...
Wake on Friday night 7:00pm at: Temple & Sons 2801 N. Kelley Oklahoma City, 73111. |
Funeral Service
Saturday December 2, 2017 11:00a.m. Tabernacle Baptist Church 1829 NE 36th Oklahoma City, OK 73111 |
Hotel Information
The Broadway Inn & Suites have set a block of 20 Queen Size rooms for members attending the service. Single King $50.00 and Double Queen $60.00 plus tax. Room must be reserved by 11/29/17Ask for the "Aedren Rutledge Funeral for Carl Homes block". This will get you the special rate.
Note: if you are paying in cash please understand that a cash payment doesn't secure the reservation unless you come to the hotel and pay in advance
Broadway Inn & Suites
6101 N Sante Fe
Oklahoma City, Ok 73118
Phone; 405.848.1919
Fax;405.840.1581
Hotel Overflow Information
Aedren, through Joy Jefferson, has secured an overflow hotel.
The Tower Hotel (formally Marriott)
3233 Northwest Expressway,
Oklahoma City, Ok 73112,
ph 405-842-6633.
Mention Carl Holmes Funeral and rates are $60.00 per night plus taxes and there's no cutoff to reserve a room. No shuttle service however it is our intent to ask local black firefighters to provide transportation.
The Broadway Inn & Suites have set a block of 20 Queen Size rooms for members attending the service. Single King $50.00 and Double Queen $60.00 plus tax. Room must be reserved by 11/29/17Ask for the "Aedren Rutledge Funeral for Carl Homes block". This will get you the special rate.
Note: if you are paying in cash please understand that a cash payment doesn't secure the reservation unless you come to the hotel and pay in advance
Broadway Inn & Suites
6101 N Sante Fe
Oklahoma City, Ok 73118
Phone; 405.848.1919
Fax;405.840.1581
Hotel Overflow Information
Aedren, through Joy Jefferson, has secured an overflow hotel.
The Tower Hotel (formally Marriott)
3233 Northwest Expressway,
Oklahoma City, Ok 73112,
ph 405-842-6633.
Mention Carl Holmes Funeral and rates are $60.00 per night plus taxes and there's no cutoff to reserve a room. No shuttle service however it is our intent to ask local black firefighters to provide transportation.