Thursday, August 16, 2018 8:31 am

Elbert Earl Holland Jr., 54, of Forest City, passed away Thursday, August 9, 2018.

A native of Cleveland County, he was the son of Linda Mae Goode and the late Elbert Earl Holland Sr. He was an automotive plant manager.

In addition to his mother, left to cherish his memory is his wife, Christie Beheler Holland of the home; sons Joey Holland and wife Sara of Rutherfordton, Steven Holland and fiancée Amanda of Rutherfordton; daughter, Lisa Holland; 3 grandchildren; brothers, James, Tommy and Robbie Holland.

A celebration of life was held at Crowe's Mortuary. Tommy Beheler and Steven Holland officiated.

Crowe's Mortuary is assisting the family.