Jerry E. Holmes Jr.

Jerry E. Holmes Jr., of Gainesville, Georgia, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2026, at the age of 59. He was born on August 17, 1966, in Duluth, Georgia, to Jerry Sr. and Wynelle Holmes of Jefferson, Georgia.

After graduating from Milton High School, Jerry spent more than 20 years working as a Chemical Operator at Alpha Metals. For the past decade, he was employed by O’Reilly Auto Parts, where he served as a Merchandising and Inventory Expert. In 1997, he married Catherine Gartner, and together they shared 29 wonderful years of marriage.

Jerry enjoyed trout fishing, collecting beer steins, and making sure everything he owned was dishwasher safe. He was known for his love of Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, his often-unsuccessful hunting adventures, and his unwavering devotion to the Philadelphia Eagles.

Jerry is survived by his loving wife of 29 years, Catherine Holmes of Gainesville; son Tyler Holmes and daughter Emma Holmes, both of Gainesville; his parents, Jerry Sr. and Wynelle Holmes of Jefferson; sister Charlene Holmes of Jefferson; brother Darrell Holmes (Mary Cochran) of Cumming; brother John Holmes (Michelle) of Hoschton; and many cherished nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his son, Brandon Holmes.

The family will receive family and friends on June 27, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at McDonald and Son Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Jerry’s memory to the ICU nursing/physician staff and the Respiratory Care Team at Northside Hospital Forsyth. Donations may be made at the link below.

“Fly, Eagles Fly!”