Bruce Holes

Bruce Holes, 70, of 3414 Rt. 646, Gifford, passed away Friday, February 7, 2020, surrounded by his loving family, at his residence. 

Born June 28, 1949 in Bradford, he was a son of the late Charles and Ruth A. (Collins) Holes. He was a 1968 graduate of Bradford High School.

Bruce was drafted into the Unites States Army on April 2, 1969. He served his country honorably and was discharged on December 10, 1970.

On May 25, 1985 in Bradford he married Jill (Byerley) Thiel Holes who survives.

Bruce had been employed at Halliburton for 18 years, Maple Manor Drug and Alcohol Abuse Services for six years as a Residential Assistant. Prior to his retirement he was a dispatcher for Superior Well Services.

Bruce took his involvement with AA very seriously and was a friend of Bill. He enjoyed spending time with his friends and family, most especially the time spent with his grandchildren who affectionately called him "Poppy".

He was an avid bowler for many years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, woodworking, following football and NASCAR.  He was a former member of the Bradford Lodge F&AM, Orak Gratto where he clowned with Joey Clowns, Bradford Moose and Elks Club.

Surviving in addition to his wife Jill of 34 years, are two sons, Brian (Cerese) Holes, of Normandy TN, and Richard Holes, of York, two sisters, Karen (the late Sharkie) Thomas, of Cyclone, and Cheryl (Mark Russell) Covert, of Cyclone, 3 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one son, Robbie Thiel, and one brother Larry Holes.

Friends will be received on Monday February 10, 2020, from 2pm to 4 pm and 6pm to 8pm at the Hilltop Baptist Church in Gifford, where funeral and committal services will be held at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, with Rev. Max Simms, Pastor officiating. Military Honors will follow by members of the Honor Guard of the American Legion Post 108 of Bradford, in Rosehill Cemetery in Smethport.

Memorials contributions if desired, may be made toMcGuire Memorial Foundation, 2119 Mercer Road, New Brighton PA 15066, or a charity of the donor's choice.

Funeral arraignments are under the direction of Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

 

 

HOLLENBECK-CAHILL Funeral Home

33 South Avenue • Bradford, PA 16701

All Condolences -

Our deepest sympathy to you Jill and your family during this difficult time. May your cherished memories a Bruce give you comfort and keep him close with you always.
— Marty & Kris Sapko

Jill, so very sorry for Bruce''s passing. He was one of the good guys and will be sorely missed.
— MICHAEL J DENNIS

Jill and family, I am so sorry to hear of Bruce''s passing. He was a fun loving jokester and made everyone feel important and special. Love and prayers to all.
— Linda Mackey Meredith

Jill and family. I am so very sorry for your loss. Love and prayers to all of you.
— Sox Jordan

Jill and family. I am so very sorry for your loss. Love and prayers to all of you.
— Sox Jordan

jill.so sorry for your loss.prayers be with you.
— barbara gervais

Dearest Jill and family, so sorry for your loss. My thoughts, prayers and love during this difficult time.
— Rachel

so very sorry for your and fambily and friends l
— Michael schleicher

Jill and family, so sorry for your loss. No words can Express a time like this. Sending prayers and condolences.
— Chris Greene

Jill, I am so very sorry for your loss. Prayers to you and your family.
— Lori Updegrove

Bruce will be remembered for his humor and kindness. Bless your hearts during this sad time.
— Jeff and Jill Stuckey

Prayers to you and the family at this difficult time.
— Denise Tanner

Jill, family and friends we are so sorry for your loss. Sending our prayers.
— Cheryl and Jim

Dear Jill and family, We are so so sorry for such a great loss. We are sending you much love and many prayers. Lean on your family and may he RIP Jeff and Karen Mackey Oleksa
— Karen Mackey Oleksa

Jill and family so sorry for your loss. I have so many memories of some great times from bowling.
— Rick yeager

I am so very sorry for your loss. Bruce was a huge part in my recovery and a very trusted friend of Bill. He will always hold a special place in my heart.
— Chris Murray

Jill, I am so sorry to hear about Bruce! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. He was such a wonderful guy.
— Andrea Laird

Jill, we are so sorry for you and your family''s loss. Sending love and prayers.
— Mary Ann and Scott Quinn

Jill and family, we are so very sorry for your loss. Sending love and prayers.
— Mary Ann and Scott Quinn

So very sorry for your loss. Sympathy and prayers for you all.
— Kevin & Gail Moyer

Jill and family, so sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers.
— Jim and Kathy Kelley

Karen and all of Bruce''s loved ones, I am so very sorry for your loss and please know my sympathies, love and prayers are with you all. I pray the Holy Spirit will comfort you as only He can. ???
— Eve Hartle

So very sorry for this families loss of a wonderful person. Many ?? to all during this difficult time.
— Tim & Cindy McGuire

Condolences

  • Our deepest sympathy to you Jill and your family during this difficult time. May your cherished memories a Bruce give you comfort and keep him close with you always.

    — Marty & Kris Sapko
  • Jill, so very sorry for Bruce''s passing. He was one of the good guys and will be sorely missed.

    — MICHAEL J DENNIS
  • Jill and family, I am so sorry to hear of Bruce''s passing. He was a fun loving jokester and made everyone feel important and special. Love and prayers to all.

    — Linda Mackey Meredith
  • Jill and family. I am so very sorry for your loss. Love and prayers to all of you.

    — Sox Jordan
  • Jill and family. I am so very sorry for your loss. Love and prayers to all of you.

    — Sox Jordan