Holding Funeral Home

Holding Funeral Home Serving Our Community With Care and Compassion Since 1941.

“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” – Psalm 34:18Melody Lynn Atkins went...
07/19/2025

“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” – Psalm 34:18

Melody Lynn Atkins went to join the Lord on Thursday July, 17, 2025 at Fort Sanders Hospital.

Though her time was as fleeting as a sunset's last light, Her memory shines in our hearts, ever...

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07/17/2025
Harrogate, TN., Ewing, VA-John Keith Leaf age 61, departed this life on Monday, July 14, 2025 at TN Nova North, in Powel...
07/15/2025

Harrogate, TN., Ewing, VA-
John Keith Leaf age 61, departed this life on Monday, July 14, 2025 at TN Nova North, in Powell, Tn

John was born in Baltimore MD, the son of the late: Lars Leaf Sr. and Beverly (Burton) Leaf, he was one of five children.

Growing up in Maryland, he was raised in...

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07/14/2025

What is your life story? How should it be told? By preplanning your funeral, your story will be written by you and celebrated by your family forever. To preplan, call Holding Funeral Home at (276) 523-1470 and meet with Owner and Funeral Director
Mike Riebe

Serving Our Community With Care and Compassion Since 1941.

East Stone Gap, VirginiaSharon Denise Caldwell, 64, passed away on Thursday, July 3, 2025 at Carrington Palace.Denise Gr...
07/05/2025

East Stone Gap, Virginia

Sharon Denise Caldwell, 64, passed away on Thursday, July 3, 2025 at Carrington Palace.

Denise Graduated from Powell Valley High School class of 1979. During her high school years, she enjoyed driving her white Mustang and "Cruising" in town. She loved hanging out with...

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Exeter, VA-Debra Lynn Stanley "Belcher" age 69, passed into eternal rest on Thursday, July 3, 2025.Debra was born in Wis...
07/04/2025

Exeter, VA-

Debra Lynn Stanley "Belcher" age 69, passed into eternal rest on Thursday, July 3, 2025.
Debra was born in Wise County Virginia the daughter of the late Bradley Belcher and Ruby Holloway, she was one of eight children.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by his...

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Ruby Elizabeth Roy Harris, 91, of Ewing, VA., went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 1, 2025.She was born on Dec. 14,...
07/02/2025

Ruby Elizabeth Roy Harris, 91, of Ewing, VA., went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 1, 2025.

She was born on Dec. 14, 1933 to the late Andrew and Lula Roy.

Along with her parents she is preceded in death by husband, Elbert (Jim) Harris of 54 years, three brothers, Lee, Don, & Charlie...

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Lillian Barbara Hood,87, of Big Stone Gap, VA passed away on June 25,2025. Born on April 30,1938, Lillian, affectionatel...
07/02/2025

Lillian Barbara Hood,87, of Big Stone Gap, VA passed away on June 25,2025.
Born on April 30,1938, Lillian, affectionately known as Honey, was a cherished member of her community and a devoted follower of her faith. Lillian spent over two decades managing the front office at JCPenney in Forest...

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Ernest Eugene “Ernie” Miller, 59, of Norton, VA, passed away peacefully at Johnson City Medical Center on Monday, June 2...
07/01/2025

Ernest Eugene “Ernie” Miller, 59, of Norton, VA, passed away peacefully at Johnson City Medical Center on Monday, June 23, 2025. He was a beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and son.

Ernie is survived by his daughter, Sabrina Fox (JD) and grandchildren, Brayden and Cameron Fox; his...

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Donald Ralph Kinsler  - Big Stone Gap, VAApril 11, 1940 — May 22, 2025Eldorado, OHDonald “Ralph” Kinsler, age 85, of Eld...
07/01/2025

Donald Ralph Kinsler - Big Stone Gap, VA
April 11, 1940 — May 22, 2025
Eldorado, OH
Donald “Ralph” Kinsler, age 85, of Eldorado, OH passed away on Thursday, May 22, 2025 at his home. Ralph was born on April 11, 1940 in Stonega, VA to the late Milford Kinsler and Maggie Horton Coursey.

Ralph...

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Gate City, VA - Debra Faust Dougherty, 69, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend went to her Heavenly ...
06/30/2025

Gate City, VA - Debra Faust Dougherty, 69, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend went to her Heavenly home on June 29, 2025. She was born on June 6, 1956 to the late Ronald and Joanne Faust. Debra’s heart for service touched the lives of her family, friends, and countless...

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Rose Hill, VA-Margie Marie Ellis, gracefully concluded her journey on earth on June 17, 2025, at the  age 90. She was th...
06/18/2025

Rose Hill, VA-

Margie Marie Ellis, gracefully concluded her journey on earth on June 17, 2025, at the age 90.
She was the daughter of the late William and Florence Collins, She was one of six children.

Margie was a spirited soul whose legacy is steeped in the rural traditions of her...

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Holding Funeral Home is honored to have served the citizens of Big Stone Gap, Duffield, Appalachia, East Stone Gap, Lee County, VA, and surrounding communities with compassion and dignity since 1941. For more than 75 years, Holding Funeral Home has served as the areas most prestigious funeral, cremation and memorial service providers. With unprecedented attention to detail and the utmost respect to our families, we provide the highest level of service and care, continuing the tradition instilled by William Holding in 1941. Holding Funeral Home helps families in the local communities say farewell to loved ones in the most dignified way. We offer the finest options available to design a personalized and memorable service for you or your loved one.

We are a third generation family-owned funeral home ready to assist you at your time of need. Our staff has over 100 years of combined experience in funeral service. Our facility gives you a sense of home. While keeping with traditional values, we provide elevator's for handicap accessible facilities. We are the largest facility in our area and have ample space for your family and friends.