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Michelle L. Holmes

JANESVILLE - Michelle “Shelly” L. Holmes, 53, died Sunday, August 2, 2020 at Mercy Hospital surrounded by her family. She was born July 15, 1967 in Janesville to Ron Schoonover and Janice “Jan” (Bloedel) Schoonover. She was a 1985 graduate of Parker High School. On June 10, 1989, Shelly married Duane Holmes in Janesville. Shelly loved all of her dogs immensely. She also loved listening to music especially Slayer, other hard rock bands but also Pink Floyd, Classic Rock, and most importantly her favorite band from Chicago, Convoy. Shelly enjoyed watching NASCAR- Jeff Gordon and Jimmy Johnson being favorites. She made friends everywhere and always made sure to make new ones if she didn’t know them already. Shelly had a background in hospitality and enjoyed helping people with working for a number of hotels, most recently Great Wolf Lodge, but this also allowed her to help in numerous charities including the BIC, Friends of Noah, and many others. Shelly is survived by her husband Duane of Janesville; dad Ron (Nancy Long) Schoonover of Janesville; mom Jan Schoonover of Janesville; fur babies Goose and Bella; step brother Mike Kelly; aunts: JoAnne Troen, Gail (Dick) Vinz, Debbie (Bob) Schwarzhuber, and Tammy (Bob) Webster; and uncles Jeff (Deb) Bloedel and Steve (Connie) Bloedel; She was preceded in death by her father and mother-in-law David and Marie Holmes; sister-in-law Lisa Holmes; fur babies: Char, Paige, Otis, and Patches. Visitation for Shelly will be on Saturday, August 8, 2020 from Noon to 4:00 PM at the Whitcomb-Lynch Funeral Home, 21 S. Austin Rd, Janesville, WI. Everyone is expected to wear a mask in accordance with Gov. Evers mandate. Memorials are appreciated to the Humane Society of Southern Wisconsin- Janesville. We cannot miss this opportunity to truly thank the BIC Girls, 24 Hour Home Comfort, the doctors and staff of Mercy Hospital, you all showed Michelle and her family your care and compassion in helping Shelly. Also, to Samantha Jackson and Jody Abraham for taking Shelly to her doctor appointments. None of you will be forgotten.

July 15, 1967 - August 2, 2020

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August 08, 2020

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I'm sorry for your loss.. From the ladies at Bombshell Body Art..

Rob Hessler & Brenda Kreyer

August 05, 2020

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Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Love, Larry & Lisa Ryan

August 05, 2020

The planting of 1 memorial tree in the honor of Michelle L. Holmes has been arranged by Love, Larry & Lisa Ryan. Planted in Kirtland Habitat Restoration MI. Plant a tree

Such a kind and giving spirit. Rock On in Heaven!!

aunt gail and uncle dick vinz

August 04, 2020

The planting of 1 memorial tree in the honor of Michelle L. Holmes has been arranged by aunt gail and uncle dick vinz. Planted in Kirtland Habitat Restoration MI. Plant a tree

"shelly Holmes" will remain in our hearts forever will miss you my sweet niece

JasonHiggins

August 04, 2020

The planting of 1 memorial tree in the honor of Michelle L. Holmes has been arranged by JasonHiggins. Planted in Kirtland Habitat Restoration MI. Plant a tree

You were an amazing person with a big heart thank u for always being there for me I will always remember the good times until we meet again my friend

Patrick & Mary Pope

August 03, 2020

The planting of 1 memorial tree in the honor of Michelle L. Holmes has been arranged by Patrick & Mary Pope. Planted in Kirtland Habitat Restoration MI. Plant a tree

Sending deepest condolences to all of the family.

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