Lonnie Holland Obituary

Lonnie Barfield Holland, Sr.

Goose Creek - Lonnie Barfield Holland, Sr., 92, of Goose Creek, South Carolina, loving husband of 72 years to Kate Virginia Wallace Holland, entered into eternal rest Wednesday, January 14, 2026. His funeral service will be held Monday, January 19, 2025 at J. Henry Stuhr, Inc. Northwoods Chapel 2180 Greenridge Road N. Charleston, SC at 11:00 am. Interment will follow at Carolina Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.

Barfield was born June 19, 1933 in Pamplico, South Carolina, son of the late Vernon Holland and the late Hilma Eadie Holland. In 1981, he initiated the Fire Department in Goose Creek and went on to lead it as Fire Chief. His unwavering commitment to the safety and well-being of his community resonated with many, and his efforts left an indelible mark on those he served alongside. Devoting countless hours to the Fire Department, Barfield exemplified the spirit of service and leadership, inspiring others to contribute to the welfare of their neighbors. His legacy is one of devotion and resilience, and he will be remembered fondly by those whose lives he touched throughout his remarkable journey. The impact of his service will continue to be felt in the community he loved so dearly. Barfield's true passion lay in the time spent in his yard, cultivating beauty and serenity in his surroundings. However, nothing brought him more happiness than spending precious moments with his grandchildren. They were the center of his world, and he treasured each opportunity to share laughter, stories, and life lessons with them.

In addition to his wife of 72 years, he is survived by daughters: Cindy Williams (Jeffrey) of Goose Creek, SC, Kathy Snyder (Rudy) of Cartersville, GA and Wendy Wolkom (Greg) of Kentfield, CA; son, Lonnie "Rusty" Barfield Holland (Susan), Jr. of Moncks Corner, SC; grandchildren: Lori Swan (Chad), Courtney Humbert (Chad), Amanda Snyder, Austin Snyder (Jennifer), Holland Snyder, Chance Snyder, Capers Wolkom (Marina), Meredith Wolkom, and Ava Wolkom; great-grandchildren, Logan, Kendall, Nolan, Riley, Noah, Peyton, Stormy, Malachi, Raven, and Myla. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by sisters, Betty Brunson and Univea Holland; and great-grandson, Benjamin Snyder.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital 501 St. Jude’s Place Memphis TN 38105.

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