Celebrating the life of
Catherine Paul Holland
June 20, 1934 - May 27, 2010
CATHERINE KITTY PAUL HOLLAND
Mrs. Catherine Kitty Paul Holland, age 75, passed away on May 27, 2010 at Candler Hospital after complications from a fall.
She was born in Irwin County, Georgia on June 20, 1934. Kitty was preceded in her death by her father, Claude Paul and mother, Leattie Taylor Paul, daughter, Cindy Jarrott, brother, John Paul, sister, Mary Haverty, and half brother, Clyde Paul.
Survivors include her husband, Colonel Thomas J. Holland, USAF, Retired, her loving daughter, Julie Foster, Pooler, Georgia; and sisters, Ann Donaldson, Tampa, Florida; Hazel Paul, New Port Richey, Florida; and brothers, Harvey Paul, West Green, GA; Rev. Gene Paul Alma, Clyde, Ohio; stepdaughters, Jeannie Kay Williamson, David and two grandsons, David C. and Glen Allen, Snellville, Georgia; Toni Godfrey, Cary, North Carolina; and stepson, Thomas J. Holland III, Savannah, Georgia.
She graduated from Nichols High School in Coffee County in 1951. She worked her way through the University of Florida and graduated with a degree in English. She additionally graduated from Georgia Southern University with a Masters degree in Education.
She taught high school English in Douglas Coffee County School System and also in Tompkins High School, Groves High School, and Windsor Forest High School in Savannah.
Her hobbies mainly included reading, bridge, and gardening. She also fondly enjoyed bird watching and loved all kinds of wildlife and nature.
She was especially fond of cats having three named Lucy, Lucky, and Tarzanne. They were the love of her life and she spent much time during each day and night with them.
Kitty was also a strong environmentalist and loved viewing all the forests, marshes, and rivers. She loved just riding through the back roads of South Georgia and viewing all of nature's wonders. Kitty and her husband Tom had a vacationing home in Cumberland Gap, Tennessee where she loved riding through the mountain roads viewing the mountains, rivers, and wild flowers.
She was a member of the Bull Street Baptist Church in Savannah, Georgia.
A memorial service will be held at 5:00 p.m., Saturday, May 29, 2010 at Bull Street Baptist Church in Savannah, Georgia.
Remembrances may be sent to the Humane Society, 7215 Sallie Mood Drive, Savannah, GA 31406 or The Nature Conservancy, www.nature.org.
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Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
Dear Tom I'm so terribly sorry to learn of your lose. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May peace be with you.
- Mary Helen C. Moore, Upper Marlboro, MD
I recall the wonderful times we had when I had the opportunities to spend part of my summers as a young teenager with my Aunt Kittie & Julie in Ky.. My Aunt Kittie was such a lovely and loving person. Aunt Kitty was a great role model in my life and played a huge role in helping me become the women that I am today and for that I will be forever greatfull.. She will be deeply missed. My deedest sympathy goes out to both Tom & Julie. With love
- Marcia Kirkland Dunning, Hudson, FL
I was certainly saddened to learn of Kitty's death only this morning. It will be hard to know that she is no longer with you. But is with our dear Lord - a joyous homecoming for her. She suffered long and bravely. Now is at rest forever with our Lord. May you be comforted in Jesus' words, 'I am the resurrection and the life. She who believes in me, though she may die, yet shall she live.' All God's blessing, Laura
- Laura A Holland, Quitman,, GA
Tom, Betty and I extend our deepest sympathy for your loss of Kittie for this life. There WILL be a reunion someday and you'll be together again, FOREVER.
- Larry and Betty Porter, The Villages, FL
May God comfort you in the loss of your beloved wife Miss Kitty. Even though I never met her I felt like I knew her,because of the love you showed for her when we were playing golf. Being from Tenn.,myself and the beautiful mountains she enjoyed,I felt some kinship. May God comfort you in your loss and give you peace of mind. Jim & Barbara
- Jim Buffalo & Family, savannah, GA
Dear Tommy, We are so sorry for your loss and know that you will greatly miss Kitty. Mama and I regret that we were unable to attend the service. We were in Cedar Mountain, North Carolina attending Marion's daughters wedding, which was a beautiful occasion. Know that you will be in our prayers these next few weeks and pray that you will feel like attending the Bacon Family Reunion. Mama will call you when she feels like things have slowed down a bit for you. We love you, Debra and Anne
- Anne Drexel, , GA
Tom, you are in our thoughts and prayers. Kitty was such a warm and gregarious person, someone that you liked immediately. I remember a Christmas party at our house years ago, when Kitty had her jaw wired shut. Our daughter, Sara, was fascinated by 'Miss Kitty' and took up the entire evening with her. She will be missed by everyone who knew her. I pray that your memories give you joy and comfort in the weeks to come. Love, Beth and Steve Westgate
- Beth and Steve Westgate, Savannah, GA
Col. Tom, I am So sorry for your loss, yet Heaven rejoices to have Kitty, I pray at this time for your Peace and that it may carry you through this sudden and difficult time, Thoughts & Prayers, Jack Brewer
- Jack Brewer, Magnolia, TX
Kitty and I taught together and shared many experiences in and out of the classroom. I had the pleasure of visiting with her at her mountain home. She was a humorous and intelligent companion, and I am proud that she was my friend. I will miss her clever observations and will remember her fondly. She was an ally in the classroom and friend outside. I have much love for her and her memory, and will always surround her memory with compassion, humor and respect.
- Lisa Callahan, Tybee Island, GA
Dear Holland Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Amand and Andy Meadows
- Amanda Wrona Meadows, Savannah, GA
Our deepest sympathy to the Holland family...God bless you all.
- MR. & MRS. DENNIS COOPER, SAVANNAH, GA
Dear Tom, please know that i am praying for you and your family for your great loss. I didnot have the pleasure of knowing Kitty but know she was an amazing and loving lady . I know God has already taken away all her pain and will take care of her now for you. God bless you . Lots of love , Daggy
- Daggy Goette, Thunderbolt, 31404, GA
Tommy: My deepest sympathy for the loss of Kitty. I pray the Lord will comfort you and provide lasting memories of the great things that occurred while you two were together. May God bless and keep you and welcome Kitty home to His house..John
- John Bacon, Fredericksburg, VA
Tom, I am so sorry about Kitty's passing, but I know that she is with the lord and she is no longer suffering in pain. May god be with you in the time of sorrow.
- Kenny Jones, , GA
So sorry for your loss, we know that now she is free of pain and is at rest. Estelle & Irvin Deal
- Estelle C. Deal, Savannah, GA
Colonel, We are so sorry for your loss and just cannot believe it. We will all miss seeing her out on her walks and visiting her in your backyard. We are so sad for you and are praying for God to give you peace. love, the Tindols
- Kris Tindol, Savannah, GA
Tom, I am so sorry for your loss. There is no way to express words that would offer real comfort to you. I will keep Kitty in my prayers.
- Lt Col Harry J. Rouyer Jr, Carriere,, MS
We wish to express our profound sympathy in you loss and let you know that our thughts are with you.
- Ken & Clara Rowe, aka No Kum-Sok, Daytona Beach, FL
Dear Tom Words cannot express our heartfelt sympathy for your loss. Be strong dear friend, the Lord is with you and Kitty. As we read your updates, we could feel your pain but also your love for Kitty. Our prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. Love, Frank and Florence
- Frank & Florence Anderson, Savannah, GA
Tom, Becky and I were so sorry to hear of Kitty's problems and her going. We didn't have the opportunity of meeting her but from all you wrote, her beautiful picture and the announcement, she must be a remarkable person. You know you haven't lost her, as you know where she is. I heard a old pastor say, 'there is no grief when there there is no love'. Our prayers are with you. God Bless Becky and Milam
- Milam Beasley, Franklin, NC
Aunt Kitty had the prettiest, lilting voice surpassed only by her smile. When I was around 6 years old we embarked on a bike ride together that was beyond my usual boundries. I'll never forget the sense of adventure we shared that day. My mother Mary and Uncle John now have a sister in heaven with them, may they all rest in peace.
- Karen M. Jacobs, Coppell, TX
Dear Tom, We are saddened by the sunset in your life at this hour, but surely the sun will rise again. Our words of sympathy are inadequate for this imponderable phase of life, yet we hope you will be comforted by the realization that your deep grief is a tribute to Kitty of your love for her. God be with you... Kitty is with God.
- Marguerita & Joseph Sprouse, Fishers, IN
Tom, We are saddened by your loss of Kitty. We are praying for God to give you strength and peace. She will surely be missed by the Bacon family.
- Slade Bacon, Thomasville, GA
Tom,--- I cannot tell you how much my heart and prayers go out to you, one of my oldest of friends and closest of Guard associates, over the death of your beloved Kitty. I am sorry that I will not be able to attend her services with you to celebrate her life, but I am out of town. My thoughts are with you and her family - God bless all!
- Scotty Mikkelsen, Woodstock, GA
TOM KNOW THAT OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR BELOVED FAMILY. KITTY WILL ALWAYS HAVE A SPECIAL PLACE IN OUR HEARTS BECAUSE SHE MADE YOU THE HAPPIEST MAN ON EARTH...WE LOVED KITTY FOR MAKING YOU SO VERY HAPPY. MAY KITTY REST IN PEACE WITH THE LORD AFTER SUCH A LONG, HARD FIGHT. WE LOVE YOU DEARLY, JOE & ANNE
- ANNE & JOE ADAMS, DAYTONA BEACH, FL
Tom, Our deepest sympathy .... John Lowery
- John Lowery, Folsom, CA
Tom, So sorry to hear about your loss. I don't believe I ever met your wife, but she sounds like a beautiful caring person. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. Please stop in the office if you are over in Douglas.
- Faye Hennesy, Douglas, GA
Tom, Our deepest sympathy. I remember how happy you were when you told me you were going to marry Kitty. She will be missed.
- Ann & Al Beach, St. Johns, FL
Tom, I met Kitty only once, some three months ago in Birmingham, and from the outset it was obvious to me that she was a gracious and interesting Lady. My heart grieves for you and your family. May God be with you throughout this time of sorrow and grant you his ever loving Peace.
- Col. & Mrs Edwin Scarff, Venice, FL
Dear Tom, Jane and I were saddened to learn of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
- Chet and Jane Taylor, Cape Coral, FL
Very sorry to hear about Kitty. I will see you at the service tomorrow. If anything Ican do please let me know. Ricky Poppell
- Ricky Poppell, Kennesaw, GA
Tom, Words fail us at a time like this but our prayers will support you. Louis
- Louis McMichael, Savannah, GA
Tom and Julie, No one can ease your heartache but God and I know He'll be there for you. I also know these last 25 years were happy ones for Aunt Kitty. Now she's meeting all those ancestors she 'dug up' during her genealogy searches. And don't you figure she and Granny Ganus are having a wonderful time catching up on the news? Hope to see you at the memorial service.
- Mary Clyde, Ocilla, GA
None of us will ever forget Aunt Kitty's big beautiful smile, or her just curly enough dark hair. We all adored her and she will be sorely missed. Much sympathy to both of you, Tom and Julie.
- Kathy Covington, Carrolton, TX
Tom, the hurt of the moment is great but the memories of a wonderful life with Kitty will sustain you and last forever. We're thinking of you dear friend. Ryland and Wanda
- Ryland and Wanda Webb, Blacksburg, VA
MY DEEP CONDOLENCES TOM....I'M SO VERY SORRY....
- NENA WILEY, , AZ
Passing of a dear loved one endears the memories but pains the soul. If there were words to soothe....but know that Kitty brought love and happiness to all whom she touched. Now she sits by the side of the most Holy with only love in the Highest.
- Joe and Bobbi Rullan, Savannah, GA
Dear Tom: We are so saddened to learn of Kitty's passing. She was such a lovely person and she will be missed so much in our neighborhood. Our prayers are with you and we will be thinking of you during Kitty's memorial service. We will miss being there. With our love, Judy and Joe Villari
- Mr. & Mrs. Joe Villari, Savannah, GA
God be with you. I never met Mickey but felt I knew her. I know you will miss her and miss her and miss her. Keep your chin up buddy. Life goes on--You are still in my prayers.
- Minor D. Webb, Norman, OK
I feel your grief, Tommy. There is comfort in 25 years of beautiful memories. May God rest her soul. Ray
- Ray Battle, Dublin, GA
Our deepest sympathy.
- Bill and Sherrie Tumlin, Savannah, GA
Dear Tom I'm so terribly sorry to learn of your lose. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May peace be with you.
- Mary Helen C. Moore, Upper Marlboro, MD
I recall the wonderful times we had when I had the opportunities to spend part of my summers as a young teenager with my Aunt Kittie & Julie in Ky.. My Aunt Kittie was such a lovely and loving person. Aunt Kitty was a great role model in my life and played a huge role in helping me become the women that I am today and for that I will be forever greatfull.. She will be deeply missed. My deedest sympathy goes out to both Tom & Julie. With love
- Marcia Kirkland Dunning, Hudson, FL
I was certainly saddened to learn of Kitty's death only this morning. It will be hard to know that she is no longer with you. But is with our dear Lord - a joyous homecoming for her. She suffered long and bravely. Now is at rest forever with our Lord. May you be comforted in Jesus' words, 'I am the resurrection and the life. She who believes in me, though she may die, yet shall she live.' All God's blessing, Laura
- Laura A Holland, Quitman,, GA
Tom, Betty and I extend our deepest sympathy for your loss of Kittie for this life. There WILL be a reunion someday and you'll be together again, FOREVER.
- Larry and Betty Porter, The Villages, FL
May God comfort you in the loss of your beloved wife Miss Kitty. Even though I never met her I felt like I knew her,because of the love you showed for her when we were playing golf. Being from Tenn.,myself and the beautiful mountains she enjoyed,I felt some kinship. May God comfort you in your loss and give you peace of mind. Jim & Barbara
- Jim Buffalo & Family, savannah, GA
Dear Tommy, We are so sorry for your loss and know that you will greatly miss Kitty. Mama and I regret that we were unable to attend the service. We were in Cedar Mountain, North Carolina attending Marion's daughters wedding, which was a beautiful occasion. Know that you will be in our prayers these next few weeks and pray that you will feel like attending the Bacon Family Reunion. Mama will call you when she feels like things have slowed down a bit for you. We love you, Debra and Anne
- Anne Drexel, , GA
Tom, you are in our thoughts and prayers. Kitty was such a warm and gregarious person, someone that you liked immediately. I remember a Christmas party at our house years ago, when Kitty had her jaw wired shut. Our daughter, Sara, was fascinated by 'Miss Kitty' and took up the entire evening with her. She will be missed by everyone who knew her. I pray that your memories give you joy and comfort in the weeks to come. Love, Beth and Steve Westgate
- Beth and Steve Westgate, Savannah, GA
Col. Tom, I am So sorry for your loss, yet Heaven rejoices to have Kitty, I pray at this time for your Peace and that it may carry you through this sudden and difficult time, Thoughts & Prayers, Jack Brewer
- Jack Brewer, Magnolia, TX
Kitty and I taught together and shared many experiences in and out of the classroom. I had the pleasure of visiting with her at her mountain home. She was a humorous and intelligent companion, and I am proud that she was my friend. I will miss her clever observations and will remember her fondly. She was an ally in the classroom and friend outside. I have much love for her and her memory, and will always surround her memory with compassion, humor and respect.
- Lisa Callahan, Tybee Island, GA
Dear Holland Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Amand and Andy Meadows
- Amanda Wrona Meadows, Savannah, GA
Our deepest sympathy to the Holland family...God bless you all.
- MR. & MRS. DENNIS COOPER, SAVANNAH, GA
Dear Tom, please know that i am praying for you and your family for your great loss. I didnot have the pleasure of knowing Kitty but know she was an amazing and loving lady . I know God has already taken away all her pain and will take care of her now for you. God bless you . Lots of love , Daggy
- Daggy Goette, Thunderbolt, 31404, GA
Tommy: My deepest sympathy for the loss of Kitty. I pray the Lord will comfort you and provide lasting memories of the great things that occurred while you two were together. May God bless and keep you and welcome Kitty home to His house..John
- John Bacon, Fredericksburg, VA
Tom, I am so sorry about Kitty's passing, but I know that she is with the lord and she is no longer suffering in pain. May god be with you in the time of sorrow.
- Kenny Jones, , GA
So sorry for your loss, we know that now she is free of pain and is at rest. Estelle & Irvin Deal
- Estelle C. Deal, Savannah, GA
Colonel, We are so sorry for your loss and just cannot believe it. We will all miss seeing her out on her walks and visiting her in your backyard. We are so sad for you and are praying for God to give you peace. love, the Tindols
- Kris Tindol, Savannah, GA
Tom, I am so sorry for your loss. There is no way to express words that would offer real comfort to you. I will keep Kitty in my prayers.
- Lt Col Harry J. Rouyer Jr, Carriere,, MS
We wish to express our profound sympathy in you loss and let you know that our thughts are with you.
- Ken & Clara Rowe, aka No Kum-Sok, Daytona Beach, FL
Dear Tom Words cannot express our heartfelt sympathy for your loss. Be strong dear friend, the Lord is with you and Kitty. As we read your updates, we could feel your pain but also your love for Kitty. Our prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. Love, Frank and Florence
- Frank & Florence Anderson, Savannah, GA
Tom, Becky and I were so sorry to hear of Kitty's problems and her going. We didn't have the opportunity of meeting her but from all you wrote, her beautiful picture and the announcement, she must be a remarkable person. You know you haven't lost her, as you know where she is. I heard a old pastor say, 'there is no grief when there there is no love'. Our prayers are with you. God Bless Becky and Milam
- Milam Beasley, Franklin, NC
Aunt Kitty had the prettiest, lilting voice surpassed only by her smile. When I was around 6 years old we embarked on a bike ride together that was beyond my usual boundries. I'll never forget the sense of adventure we shared that day. My mother Mary and Uncle John now have a sister in heaven with them, may they all rest in peace.
- Karen M. Jacobs, Coppell, TX
Dear Tom, We are saddened by the sunset in your life at this hour, but surely the sun will rise again. Our words of sympathy are inadequate for this imponderable phase of life, yet we hope you will be comforted by the realization that your deep grief is a tribute to Kitty of your love for her. God be with you... Kitty is with God.
- Marguerita & Joseph Sprouse, Fishers, IN
Tom, We are saddened by your loss of Kitty. We are praying for God to give you strength and peace. She will surely be missed by the Bacon family.
- Slade Bacon, Thomasville, GA
Tom,--- I cannot tell you how much my heart and prayers go out to you, one of my oldest of friends and closest of Guard associates, over the death of your beloved Kitty. I am sorry that I will not be able to attend her services with you to celebrate her life, but I am out of town. My thoughts are with you and her family - God bless all!
- Scotty Mikkelsen, Woodstock, GA
TOM KNOW THAT OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR BELOVED FAMILY. KITTY WILL ALWAYS HAVE A SPECIAL PLACE IN OUR HEARTS BECAUSE SHE MADE YOU THE HAPPIEST MAN ON EARTH...WE LOVED KITTY FOR MAKING YOU SO VERY HAPPY. MAY KITTY REST IN PEACE WITH THE LORD AFTER SUCH A LONG, HARD FIGHT. WE LOVE YOU DEARLY, JOE & ANNE
- ANNE & JOE ADAMS, DAYTONA BEACH, FL
Tom, Our deepest sympathy .... John Lowery
- John Lowery, Folsom, CA
Tom, So sorry to hear about your loss. I don't believe I ever met your wife, but she sounds like a beautiful caring person. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. Please stop in the office if you are over in Douglas.
- Faye Hennesy, Douglas, GA
Tom, Our deepest sympathy. I remember how happy you were when you told me you were going to marry Kitty. She will be missed.
- Ann & Al Beach, St. Johns, FL
Tom, I met Kitty only once, some three months ago in Birmingham, and from the outset it was obvious to me that she was a gracious and interesting Lady. My heart grieves for you and your family. May God be with you throughout this time of sorrow and grant you his ever loving Peace.
- Col. & Mrs Edwin Scarff, Venice, FL
Dear Tom, Jane and I were saddened to learn of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
- Chet and Jane Taylor, Cape Coral, FL
Very sorry to hear about Kitty. I will see you at the service tomorrow. If anything Ican do please let me know. Ricky Poppell
- Ricky Poppell, Kennesaw, GA
Tom, Words fail us at a time like this but our prayers will support you. Louis
- Louis McMichael, Savannah, GA
Tom and Julie, No one can ease your heartache but God and I know He'll be there for you. I also know these last 25 years were happy ones for Aunt Kitty. Now she's meeting all those ancestors she 'dug up' during her genealogy searches. And don't you figure she and Granny Ganus are having a wonderful time catching up on the news? Hope to see you at the memorial service.
- Mary Clyde, Ocilla, GA
None of us will ever forget Aunt Kitty's big beautiful smile, or her just curly enough dark hair. We all adored her and she will be sorely missed. Much sympathy to both of you, Tom and Julie.
- Kathy Covington, Carrolton, TX
Tom, the hurt of the moment is great but the memories of a wonderful life with Kitty will sustain you and last forever. We're thinking of you dear friend. Ryland and Wanda
- Ryland and Wanda Webb, Blacksburg, VA
MY DEEP CONDOLENCES TOM....I'M SO VERY SORRY....
- NENA WILEY, , AZ
Passing of a dear loved one endears the memories but pains the soul. If there were words to soothe....but know that Kitty brought love and happiness to all whom she touched. Now she sits by the side of the most Holy with only love in the Highest.
- Joe and Bobbi Rullan, Savannah, GA
Dear Tom: We are so saddened to learn of Kitty's passing. She was such a lovely person and she will be missed so much in our neighborhood. Our prayers are with you and we will be thinking of you during Kitty's memorial service. We will miss being there. With our love, Judy and Joe Villari
- Mr. & Mrs. Joe Villari, Savannah, GA
God be with you. I never met Mickey but felt I knew her. I know you will miss her and miss her and miss her. Keep your chin up buddy. Life goes on--You are still in my prayers.
- Minor D. Webb, Norman, OK
I feel your grief, Tommy. There is comfort in 25 years of beautiful memories. May God rest her soul. Ray
- Ray Battle, Dublin, GA
Our deepest sympathy.
- Bill and Sherrie Tumlin, Savannah, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200

