Obituary of Laura Lee Holland

Laura Lee Holland, 52 years old passed away on Thursday, August 12th, 2021.  Laura was born on January 2nd 1969 in Patterson New Jersey to Charles and Barbra Holland. She was the oldest of four children, preceded in death by her father. Laura is survived by her son Ryan Hilla; and daughter Skylar Dykes; mother; sister Cheryl; brother Chad; sister Kristine; fiance Jim Dykes.  Laura moved to Florida in her late twenties with her son, and became a pharmacy technician. She spent 13 years with her fiance Jim, and the last 10 years raising their daughter together in their Dunnellon home. Laura loved animals, reading romance novels, making intricate gifts, and family gatherings, especially hosting the annual Christmas Eve celebration at her home. She was a loving and caring person, a devoted lover, mother, and friend. Always thinking of others first. " To know her was to love her." She leaves behind a legacy of touching the hearts of others and will truly be missed by all.  Visitation will be Sunday, August 22, 2021 1:PM - 3:PM at HIERS-BAXLEY Funeral Services-Timber Ridge, 9695 Southwest 110th Street, Ocala, FL  34481.  Sentiments may be left online at www.hiers-baxley.com.