Edward Eugene Holmes, age 99, passed away on Monday, June 16, 2025, at the Veterans Home in Warrensburg, MO.

He was born on April 7, 1926, at the family home near Belle Plaine, Kansas, the son

of Stephen and Ella (nee Crabtree) Holmes.

Edward was a World War II veteran, serving with distinction in the US Navy Pacific Fleet.

Edward was a member of First Lutheran Church, St. Joseph, MO.

Edward had a life-long association with growing all kinds of fruits and vegetables and especially flowers. As a youth, Edward worked on area farms growing food to earn money and provide support to the family. Returning home from WW 2, Edward resumed his love of growing plants, making his vocation in the floral industry. Edward owned, operated and managed greenhouses, floral shops and finished his career as a salesman of supplies to floral shops.

Edward is survived by his son, Brad (Lynn) Holmes; two daughters-in-law, Claren Holmes and Sharon Holmes; six grandchildren, Travis Holmes, Troy Holmes and Kim Kantrowitz, Amy Rowland, Mathew Holmes, Megan Brooks and various nieces, nephews and great-grandchildren.

He was proceeded in death by his parents, siblings and his wife(s), Blanche Sathowaite, JoAnn Bradley and sons Gary, Owen.

A graveside service will be held on Sunday, July 27, 2025, at 11:00 a.m., at the Washington City Cemetery in Washington, Kansas.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, (www.alz.org).