Elmer Andrew Eugene Holland Sr., 71, of Texas, passed away on September 29, 2026. He was born on September 4, 1955, in Brownwood, Texas.

A graveside service celebrating Elmer's life will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at Fairview Cemetery in Grosvenor, Texas. Visitation will be held Friday from 5-7pm at North's Funeral Home.

Elmer attended school in Brownwood before transferring to May High School, where he excelled in sports. After high school, he began working for the railroad before pursuing a career in construction. He eventually owned and operated his own roofing company, Holland Roofing, for many years.

Elmer was a hardworking man who enjoyed many different ventures throughout his life. He was also a farmer of different animals, and he loved to buy, sell, and trade things. For many years, he ran a flea market, where his outgoing personality and love of visiting with people made him a familiar and friendly face to many.

Outside of work, Elmer enjoyed fishing, hunting, bowling, and watching football games. He especially loved to cook and was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone who needed it. Elmer had a giving heart, a straightforward sense of humor, and a personality that people remembered. He lived life in his own honest and down-to-earth way and will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

Elmer is survived by his children, Rick Walters of Anson, Texas; Elmer Holland Jr. (Crystal) of Sagerton, Texas; Douglas Holland (Nelly) of Jarrell, Texas; Christi Walters of Abilene, Texas; Kishia Mayhugh (Charles) of Abilene, Texas; Dannes Harris (Ryder) of Hamlin, Texas, and Julio Diaz of Pflugerville, Texas. He is also survived by his sisters, Wanda Tiner (Billy) of Cisco, Texas, and Brenda Kay Holland (Marshall) of Gustine, Texas; his brother, Tommy Holland (Susan) of Brownwood, Texas; 13 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Janice Holland; his parents, Clarence and Stella Holland; his daughter, baby Karen; his brothers, Jimmy Dean Holland, Charles Holland, and Joe Holland; and his sisters, Glenda Peel, Betty Peel, Mary Agnes, and Maxine Spivey.

Elmer will be remembered for his hard work, generous heart, love of family and friends, sense of humor, and willingness to help anyone in need. His memory will live on in the hearts of those who loved him.