Hollice Hemphill, of Red Rock, Texas passed away on July 5, 2013. He was born on December 1, 1926 to Vilas and Amina Ray Hemphill in High Grove, TX. He is survived by son, Gregory Hemphill, MD and wife Brenda; grandson, Travis Hemphill and wife Elizabeth, all of Austin, Texas. He is also survived by niece, Denise Voigt Crawford, nephew Barry Voigt and wife Linda and many extended family members. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 61 years, Mary Louise Hemphill; his sister, Muriel Voigt; and his parents.
Hollice graduated from Bastrop High School in 1945 and had fond memories of playing football and basketball for the Bastrop Bears. He served in the Army during World War II and retired from the City of Austin as a Supervisor of the Water and Wastewater Department. He spent his retirement years raising cattle in Red Rock, TX and traveling to all 50 states. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Lockhart, TX.
Hollice was a long time member of Austin Elks Lodge 201 and a Past State President of the Texas Elks State Association. He was also a life member of the American Legion Post 83 in Austin and twice served as Post Commander.
The family would like to thank all who cared for Hollice during his final years, including the staff at Argent Court, Resolutions Hospice and his compassionate caretaker, Linda Cloud.
Visitation will be held for family and friends on Friday, July 26th from 6:30pm to 8:00pm at Marrs Jones Newby Funeral Home, 505 Old Austin Highway, Bastrop, TX.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 27th at 10:00am at Marrs Jones Newby Funeral Home, 505 Old Austin Highway, Bastrop, TX with burial to follow at the New Red Rock Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Texas Elks Children's Services Inc., 1963 FM 1586, Gonzales, TX 78629 or The Red Rock Community Center, P.O. Box 401, Red Rock, TX 78662.
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September 1, 2013
Col George O Lewis, USAF (Ret)
Thank you, Hollice, for your service to our country.
July 26, 2013
Frank Flores
American Legion Post 83, Austin, TX offer our sincere condolences to the Hemphill family. Hollice was twice a Commander for our Post & those who knew him were inspired by his leadership. Post 83 members also want to thank him for his unselfish service to the State, Community, the American Legion & our nation's Military.
July 25, 2013
Hollice, rest in peace. Thanks for your service to our state and nation through the Elks and also your military service. God bless and comfort your family.
Steve Gamboa
July 24, 2013
Karl Reich PDDGER
Hollice was one of the officials who installed me as Exalted Ruler of Chisholm Trail Elks Lodge in 1986. He offered me advice and counsel which helped me to learn and grow as an Elk. He was always a good friend. Those old-timers among us will remember "Big H" calling the most recent Past Exlated Ruler or Past State President (with a deep Texas drawl "Juuunyer"
Rest in peace Big H.
July 24, 2013
Kathleen Davies
Hollice was a true gem unfortunately I only got to know him with the passing of his lovely wife Mary Lou. He shared his stories with me that day and advised me to pursue leadership roles in Elkdom. Telling me there would be adversities in going forward, but having the foundation of Past Exalted Rulers in my family he believed I would be successful in Lodge #201. Hollice was truly a man of wisdom with a loving heart.
Past Exalted Rule #201
July 23, 2013
Wanda Thibodeaux
My most heartfelt prayers to all family.My late husband & I shared MANY 'good memories"thru our participation in ELKS activites & service.Most memorable"de teach'n of CAJUN 2 step & waltz" @ Beaumont Lodge,May your "memories" sustain you @ this difficult time
July 23, 2013
Michael Way
Hollice was an inspiration and teacher to me when I became an Elk. Even more when as Exalted Ruler I needed pointers. He always said " Michaell do what you feel is the best" Greg, it has been a long time, I am sorry for your loss.
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