Evan Holbrook
Evan Holbrook, age 25, of 1629 Gary Grove, Quincy, died on Sunday, September 6, 2015 in Quincy. He was born on March 23, 1990 in Quincy, a son of Joseph & Carol (Dunn) Holbrook.
Evan was a 2008 graduate of Quincy Senior High School. He was employed by Hoebing Lawn & Garden.
He was a member of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church.
Evan loved life. His smile was infectious and he shared it generously with family and friends. He enjoyed working on cars and motorcycles and spending time outdoors. Evan enjoyed playing his guitar.
In addition to his parents, Joseph & Carol Holbrook of Quincy, he is survived by:
TWO SISTERS, Lindsey and her fiance’ Lucas & Ariel Holbrook, all of Quincy;
PATERNAL GRANDMOTHER, Therese Holbrook, of Quincy;
MATERNAL GRANDMOTHER, Wanda Dunn, of Quincy;
A host of aunts, uncles and cousins and one niece, Hadley Garner, who he affectionately called “Shoogie” also survive.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Dennis Holbrook and his maternal grandfather, Lewis Dunn.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, September 11, 2015 at 9:30 a.m. in the Duker & Haugh Funeral Home with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. in Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery. Visitation will be held Thursday evening from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to his niece Hadley’s education fund or Eversite Illinois (previously Illinois Eye-Bank).
Please know our prayers for God’s awesome mercy and grace touch your family during this difficult time of loss.
Our prayers to the Holbrook and Dunn families
Dear Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your dear Evan and send you my sincere condolences. May you find comfort from God’s word at Revelation 21:3,4 and John 5:28,29. Heartfelt prayers are with you and your family.
Catlyn Slater, Levi Johnson and to Evan’s family.. my heart breaks for you all. I’m so sorry for your loss. Many prayers for you
Joe and Carol I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Joe & Carol,
There is nothing we may say to ease your deep pain and sorrow of Evan’s loss. Unfortunatley no book of advice for dealing with such a loss is available. Communicate with each other and remember the smiles Evan has given to so many.
I’m sorry for your loss. It must be really tough losing a son. My condolences.
I’m so sorry for your loss. He was such a wonderful person…the whole room would brighten up when he walked in. He was always happy, putting a smile on everyone’s face. May he rest in peace. He was loved by many and he will be missed. Again, I’m so sorry for your loss. Condolences.
Sue, Joe, Wanda and girls: I am so sorry for your loss. May God comfort and guide you all through this difficult time. God called one of his angels home and we will all be together one day. Always in our thoughts and prayers. RIP Evan, and thank you for all the lives you touched here in earth.
Joe, Carol and family, we were so sad to hear the news. We are praying for peace and comfort for you all. Bob and Karen
Joe and Carol – We are sorry for your loss – Wishing you peace
We are so very sorry for your loss. Evan was a rare gem. He touched the hearts of many. He was always respectful and kind. We shall carry him in our hearts always.
Dear Joe and Carol,
Please accept our condolences over your loss of Evan. Just reading the other condolences, that tells us that Evan was an exceptional young man. Sue and I may not be able to make the wake or funeral, but please know that you are in our prayers. Joe, just knowing you and Carol tells us that Evan was responsible and even though his time on Earth was short, we can be assured that he contributed much to any people whom he knew. God Bless and comfort you in your time of sorrow and know that we are praying for you.
A bright eyed, big smiles and like my other little brother in law. You were such a good kid. So respectful and loving. Love you bud!
We are so sorry foryour loss. Evan was loved by many. Will always remember him with that wonderful smile!
We can not imagine your pain right now, you are all in our thoughts and prayers. If we can do anything at all please let us know. We are so sorry for your loss. Randy will miss chatting with him when he delivered to the shop.
Evan was such a great kid. We are so very sorry for your loss. Please know we are thinking of your family in this time of such great loss.
Many prayers are being said for all of you..I did not know Evan but have heard many nice things about him. May your memories bring you some comfort.
I’m so sorry for your lost. May Evan Rest in Peace in Gods loving arms.