Douglas G. Holmes Jr.
February 12, 1945 ~ November 23, 2014
South Portland- Douglas G. Holmes Jr., 69, formerly of South Portland, Maine passed on November 23, 2014 in Billings, Montana after struggling with complications from bypass surgery on June 13, 2014. Douglas was born in Portland, Maine on February 12, 1945 to the late Douglas G. Sr. and Marion Dyson Holmes. He attended South Portland Schools and was an Air Force Veteran. Douglas joined the Maine State Police in 1967, serving proudly in many capacities until his retirement in 1993. He then ran his own private investigation business. In later years he decided to travel and called an RV his home, traveling throughout the United States. Douglas is survived by his three children; Jeffrey and his wife Bethany Holmes of South Portland, Jennifer and her husband Stephen Masters of Scarborough, Timothy and his wife Amy Holmes of Massillon, OH; two sisters Barbara and her husband John Coffey of NH, Merrily Massillon of OH; one brother Allen and his wife Michelle Holmes of FL; four grandchildren Lydia, Max, Toni and Nathan gave him great joy and pleasure; several nieces and nephews. Visiting hours will be held at Conroy-Tully Crawford South Portland Chapel, 1024 Broadway on Wednesday, December 3, 2014 from 5:00 to 6:30 followed by a service at the funeral home at 6:30pm. Burial will be private. Online condolences may be expressed at www.ctcrawford.com
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Jeff, Jenn, and Tim,You guys are all in my thoughts and prayers. I hope you can find peace in your childhood memories, and strength in knowing how much he loved you.Love,Aunt Terri
– Aunt Terri
I remember our trip thru the State Police Academy as well as the fishing trips. A stop at Amatos for sandwiches and sodas and we were off. We got soaked once off OOB by a rogue wave and laughed our asses off. Flying down the Coast tracking drug boats and guarding Sen Muskie during the election. In the last few years Doug and I drifted apart but these memories will keep him with me forever
– Peter Keyte
Our deepest sympathy to Doug’s family. He was a great guy and even better friend. He always had a helping hand and a smile. Rest in Peace Doug…
– Janet and Bruce Chase
I wanted to extend my deepest sympathies to Jenn and the Holmes family. May God be with all of you during this difficult time and may you all find peace in your hearts.
– AMANDA WOODBURY
Love you brother! Miss your voice and getting you laughing. Rest for a while. See you when I see you!
– Allen C Holmes
Jenn and family we are so sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you xo
– Jen & Danny Banker
Doug and I obviously shared a name as well as many laughs over the years. He was a great friend who will be missed by many. RIP my friend and “brother”
– Douglas M. Holmes, MSP. Ret.
Doug and I shared many good times over the years. I will miss him very much. Rest in Peace my friend and “brother”.
– Art Murdock
Jeff, Jennifer and Tim: I am sorry to hear about your father. We are in SC or I’d be there. Please give my best to you mother.
– David Freeman
Very sorry to here about Doug, from an old friend from high school.
– Frank Lailer
I served with Doug on the State Police during the 60’s and 70’s. I remembered him as being quite the guy. We are sad to hear of his passing. He will be missed.
– Harry and Jean Libby
During my years working for the State Police I got to know Doug and he was always fun to be around and got to fly with him a few times. RIP.
– Carl Hinkson