Bernard Holliday II, 66, of Wooster died peacefully at his home surrounded by loved ones on Monday, March 9, 2026.
He was born on January 24, 1960, in Orrville to Bernard I and Fronie Messenger Holliday. On October 5, 1985, he married Kelly Carr.
Bernard was self-employed as a roofer. He loved collecting cards, fishing, camping, and being a great father and husband.
In addition to his parents; wife Kelly his survived by his children Dana Holliday of Wooster, Jessica Pearson of Wooster, Holly (Ryan) Woodruff of Wooster, Haley (Raymond) Denny of North Carolina, Caille Mincy of Wooster, Addison Holliday, and Ava Cecil; sixteen grandchildren; siblings Beverly Mitchell, Toni Thompson, Thonya (Ken) Ballard and Candy Holliday.
He was preceded in death by son Bernard Dale Holliday III and mother-in-law Dana Wright.
There are to be no services.
McIntire, Bradham & Sleek Funeral Home, 216 E. Larwill St., Wooster is assisting the family.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.mcintirebradhamsleek.com.
I am so sorry for your loss Saying prayers of peace n comfort for u all.
RIP uncle Bugs u will be missed tell dale we miss him ..prayers for our family love u all
Good man he had a heart of gold. Gonna be missed.
I will miss your big smile and laughs. You kept it real. You were such a caring soul behind your tough skin. Now you are with my dad in heaven you guys behave up there and give him a hug from me. I’m glad you’re not in any pain and now you are with Dale as well. Hugs cousin Bugs! You will be missed dearly. Praying for strength for your family. I know how much all of them meant to you. ♥️
Sorry for your loss. I hadn’t seen Bugs in years. Have alot of memories from childhood and school. We were always friends, growing up. Prayers for all.
I’m sorry to hear of Bugs passing, I have a lot of memories from years past. I didn’t see Bugs for a long time but he will be missed
So very sorry for your loss❤️ So many fond memories made at Mamaw and Papaws house during the holidays, summertime and Bridge Day you will always have a special place in my heart ♥️ we will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers. Much love xoxo
Buggsy was a friend to many, after my brother passed he came up to me told me ” I’m your brother now.” That meant so much to me. And over the years life got in the way, didn’t see him as much, but Everytime we did, it was like it didn’t matter. Buggsy I know you can finally rest and be with your son. I will always have the memories of the great times we shared. Kelly I hope you guys have peace knowing he was always there for you and the girls. He loved his family so much, my heart and prayers go out to all the family, and reach out if you need anything. Love you guys.
So sorry to hear this …My condolences to the Holiday Family