Gwendolyn Holland

She was born on August 23, 1946, in Tifton County, Georgia, to the late Reverend William Leroy Brown and Ruth Francis Henry-Brown. She was the third child and first daughter of nine children.

In 1951, Gwendolyn's father moved his family to Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. She attended and graduated from the Harrisburg School District and later pursued her education at the Harrisburg Area Community College.

Gwendolyn held various positions throughout her working career, including Data Processor at Dauphin Deposit Bank and The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Typist at Michael Baker Jr. Consulting Engineering, Nurse's Aide at Harrisburg Hospital, Pennsylvania Bar Association, 15 years at the Harrisburg Housing Authority, and last employed at AARP Employment Agency in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Her diverse experiences demonstrate her adaptability and commitment to public service.

One of her most memorable experiences was being involved in a Tom Thumb Wedding. She enjoyed skating, bowling, arts and crafts, and fishing. She loved admiring God's creation and working in office settings. She was also a part of Rev. Nathaniel Gadsen's Writer's Word Shop and a published poet. She was an awesome Spiritual Liturgical Dancer and teacher. She also served as a Licensed Clinical Pastoral Counselor under The Imani Christian Chaplains Association.

Gwendolyn was united in Holy Matrimony on May 16, 1965 to the late Mr.James H. Holland, Sr and to this union were born six beautiful children: Wanda, Catricia, James Jr., Darnell, April and Angela Holland.

She was very active in her church and served well until her health began to fail. She was a faithful and dedicated member of the Mount Calvary Church of God in Christ. She was a member of the Pastor's Aide Auxiliary and the Greeter's Ministry, and she truly loved being a member and singing with the Williams Memorial Choir. She loved her pastor, her sisters and brothers in Christ, and most of all, she loved the Lord.

Gwendolyn displayed much love and concern for her family, friends, and others. She was sweet, caring, and kind.

Gwendolyn transitioned into eternal life on Tuesday, March 26, 2025, in the comforts of her home in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania surrounded by her loving children.

In addition to Gwendolyn's passing, she was preceded in death by her parents, 4 brothers: Rudolph Henry Brown, Everett Brown, Vernard Brown, and Tyrone Brown, 3 sisters: Elaine Leverne Brown, Deborah Brown Carter, and Cartricia Brown-Threatt

Gwendolyn's life and legacy will forever be cherished by her loving family and extended family. Her daughters: Wanda Holland, Cartricia Holland, April Holland, and Angela Holland, Sons: James H. Jr. (Wife Mandy) Holland, and Darnell (Wife Jamie) Holland all of Harrisburg, PA, 22 grandchildren, 33 great-grandchildren, her sister: Wayvone (brother-n-law Albert) Lloyd, Goddaughter: Uahntae Williams-Hubbard (Husband Eddie, 3 god-grands and 1 god-great grand) and host of nieces, nephews, family members & friends.

Lovingly Submitted By The Family