Michael "Mike" Holmes

Michael Clarence Holmes Rock Springs — Michael “Mike” Clarence Holmes, 63, died Sunday, July 3, 2011, in Salt Lake City after a battle with cancer. He was born June 12, 1948, in Pocatello, Idaho, to Richard LeRoy and Pauline Seidel Holmes. He was the eldest of eight children. His dad worked construction, so his family moved around during his childhood. After high school, he joined the Army. During his tour in Vietnam, he drove a supply truck. After returning home, he worked as a fireman in Blackfoot, Idaho. He married Wanda Woodland on March 23, 1973, in Blackfoot. They moved to Rock Springs, where they raised three children. He worked as a boilermaker until he was hired as a welder at Black Butte Coal. He also worked as a welder at Simplot. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. His interests included hunting, fishing, family and friends. He is survived by his wife, Wanda; children, Ryan and wife Robin, Wayde and Alyssa; and five grandchildren, Brett, Phoebe, Riley, Regan and J.J. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Patty, and three brothers, Steven, Brady and Matty. Funeral services will be conducted at noon Saturday, July 9, 2011, at the Rock Springs LDS Stake Center, 255 Edgar St., Rock Springs. There will be a viewing at 10 a.m. Saturday. A luncheon will follow the services. Interment will be in the Rest Haven Cemetery.