Robert “Bob” Francis Holmes, Sr., 86, of Apopka, passed away Wednesday, October 29, 2014. He was born November 28, 1927 in Chicago, Illinois. He was a Manufacturing Representative; veteran of the US Navy, member of the Knights of Columbus, St. Francis Prayer Group and he was on the City of Apopka Planning Board. Mr. Holmes is survived by his loving wife, Marilyn Holmes of Apopka; sons, Mark (Laurie) Holmes of Apopka, Paul (Joan) Holmes of Apopka, Bobby (Suzanne) Holmes of Leesburg, Michael (Tara) of Apopka and Stephen Holmes of Apopka; daughters, Marilee (Ken) Ezell of Apopka and Clare (Patrick) O’Shea of Apopka; 17 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Following the service, Food and Fellowship will be held at Michael and Tara Holmes.