Debbie E. Holloway

Debbie E. Holloway (née Ream) Age 72 of Braidwood, IL, passed away peacefully at sunrise Wednesday morning, April 29, 2026, at Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital. Debbie was born May 8, 1953, to Jack and Geri (née Wagner) Rogers in Hinsdale, IL. On April 12, 1981, she was united in marriage to Charles T. Holloway, and together they shared many wonderful years filled with love, laughter, and a deep commitment to one another until his passing on September 22, 2016. Debbie proudly served her country in the United States Navy. She entered active duty from Newark, Illinois, and attained the rank of Seaman Apprentice while stationed with the Aircraft Operations Department at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island in Oak Harbor, Washington, where she served honorably. She dedicated 25 years as a case worker with the State of Illinois Department of Human Services, a demanding and meaningful role that she carried out with care and dedication, before retiring in 2002. Debbie was of the Lutheran faith and was a member of the Wilmington Moose Lodge #241 and the Braidwood American Legion. She loved going to the casino and enjoyed getting out for a fun day. She was also a devoted Chicago Cubs fan and enjoyed cheering them on. Debbie found happiness in gardening and took great pride in caring for her plants and flowers. She was a beloved wife and a wonderful mother who especially cherished celebrating holidays, often going all out to make them festive and memorable, with the Fourth of July being her favorite and one she especially looked forward to each year. She truly loved being surrounded by her friends and family and always enjoyed having a good time. She is survived by her loving son, Josh Holloway of Braidwood; her cherished grandchildren, Ashley Holloway, Rylee Holloway, Blake Crichton, Rob and Alyssa Lukso, Evan Griffis, Abby Smith, Angi, Ali, and Kati Clark; and her great-grandchildren, Madelyn and Carter. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews, as well as her dear and close friend, Cindy Sabino. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Charles T. Holloway; and her dearly loved son, Roger Holloway. Visitation will be held Saturday, May 9, 2026, at R.W. Patterson Funeral Home and Crematory in Braidwood from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., after which, in accordance with her wishes, cremation rites will be accorded. Inurnment will take place Monday, May 11, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood, IL, where she will be inurned with full military funeral honors, a fitting tribute to her service and dedication to her country. To share memories or offer condolences, please visit Debbie’s online guestbook at www.rwpattersonfuneralhomes.com or find us on Facebook. R.W. Patterson Funeral Home & Crematory 401 E. Main St., Braidwood, IL 60408 www.rwpattersonfuneralhomes.com

Debbie E. Holloway

May 8, 1953 - April 29, 2026

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