Robert was born June 13, 1936 in Jacksonville, Illinois to George and Dimple Holmes. He was married on December 3, 1955 to Patricia (Lovell). Together they had three children; Robert M. Holmes, David A. Holmes and William S. Holmes (wife-Kathy).
In addition to his parents and wife, Robert is preceded in death by one brother; Donald Holmes and sisters; Evelyn Beck, Hazel Jockish, Kathern Holmes.
Survivors include his three children, Brothers; Marshall Holmes, Charles Holmes and Sisters; Vivian Rouland, Ethel Megginson, Georgie Langdon. Also surviving are seven grandchildren; Linda Holmes, Robert Holmes, David Holmes, Jennifer Crompton (husband-Dale), Brandon Holmes, James Holmes & Scott Holmes (wife-Melissa), many Great Grandchildren, Nieces and Nephews whom he loved dearly.
A visitation will be held at Chapel of Chimes, 7924 N. 59th Avenue, Glendale, AZ 85301 on Friday, April 6, 2018 from 3:00-5:00 PM.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests any donations be made to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower Street, Phoenix, AZ 85014.