Mary Ann Holmes, 57, of Waterloo, died peacefully in her sleep in her favorite bed on Monday, January 4, 2021. Mary was born on March 31, 1963 in Greenville, Mississippi to Sadie Mae Harris and William Holmes, Sr. She graduated from Central High School in 1981.

She served in the United States Army until her honorable discharge.

Mary was currently working as a clerk for the United States Postal Service, where she had been for over 30 years.

She was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church. Mary loved to go shopping. She was incredibly creative, often sewing, crocheting, or making crafts. She enjoyed reading and was known to be a foodie, always ready to sample new foods. Mary wore her heart on her sleeve, caring and looking out for everyone. She was a great friend.

Survived by her mother, Sadie Mae Harris of Austin, TX; son, Marcus Holmes of Waterloo; siblings, William Holmes Jr., Samuel V. Holmes both of Waterloo, Annette D. (Mervin) Jones of Austin, TX, Patricia A. Morman of Columbus, GA, Joshua (Kathryn) Mosby Jr. of Rochester, MN, and Sadie M. (Phillip) Whiteside of San Antonio, TX; and a host of nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by her father, William Holmes, Sr.