Robert Eugene Holland, 83, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, February 17, 2022, at Iredell Memorial Hospital with his sons by his side.

Robert was born on April 30, 1938, in Iredell County and was the son of the late William Fowler Holland and Maude Savannah Brawley Holland. He attended Diamond Hill Baptist Church. He proudly served in the U.S. National Guard and Army Reserve.

In addition to his parents, Robert was preceded in death by his wife of fifty-five years, Joan Bell Holland; and siblings, Fred, Frank and Shirley Holland.

Robert is survived by his children, Robert “Robbie” Holland, Ashley Holland (Shiloh), Jonathan Holland and Shane Holland (Michelle). Also surviving are seven grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, February 21, at Diamond Hill Baptist Church with a visitation one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow at Iredell Memorial Gardens with Rev. Larry Holleman officiating. Pallbearers will be Robbie, Ashley, Shane and Triston.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Diamond Hill Baptist Church, 2320 East Broad Street, Statesville, NC 28625. Online condolences can be made to the family at www.troutmanfuneralhome.com.

Troutman Funeral Home is serving the family.