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Colonel Frank B. Holland, Jr., U.S. Army (Ret.)
July 5, 1940 - October 23, 2025
Oakton, Virginia
Colonel Frank B. Holland, age 85, of Oakton, Virginia, passed away on October 23, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on July 05, 1940, in Cheriton, Virginia. Frank was a graduate of Northampton County High, Machipongo, VA. Frank dedicated his life to serving his country, family, and community.
A proud career soldier, he served with honor and distinction in the United States Army for 30 years, including during the Vietnam War and the Gulf War. His leadership, integrity, and deep sense of duty earned him the respect and admiration of all who served alongside him. Frank cherished his years in uniform and often shared stories from his time in service, stories filled with camaraderie, challenge, and pride in the mission he so deeply believed in.
Following his retirement from active duty, Frank continued his lifelong commitment to service as an ROTC instructor, mentoring and inspiring future generations of military leaders. Later, he dedicated more than a decade to working at a homeless shelter, offering compassion, guidance, and a helping hand to those in need.
After fully retiring, Frank found joy in the quiet comforts of home. He devoted himself to caring for his beloved dogs and took great pride in maintaining his home—a reflection of his warmth, discipline, and attention to detail.
Frank also had a lifelong passion for cars. He loved restoring, maintaining, and talking about them, and could recall every vehicle he ever owned with remarkable detail. When he was no longer able to care for his cars, he turned to collecting miniature models of his favorites, each chosen with the same precision and pride that defined everything he did.
Frank was known for his quick wit, quiet strength, and unwavering love for his family. He led by example with humility, grace, and a steadfast commitment to doing what was right.
He is survived by his devoted wife of 39 years, Lieutenant Colonel Awilda V. Holland (Wendy); his children, Julie Jon Holland and her partner, Darren Diamond; Nicole Holland Harris and her husband, Bethel Harris; Arny Sagardia; and Daniel Sagardia. He was a proud grandfather to Sydney Hawkins, Isabella Hughes, Houston Mallette, Holland Harris, and Daniella Sagardia. He is also survived by his sister, Mignon Holland Anderson, his niece and nephew, and their families. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ruby Vivian Treherne and Frank Bernard Holland, Sr.
A funeral service with full military honors will be held at the Old Post Chapel, Fort Myer, Virginia, followed by interment at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. Colonel Holland lived a life of purpose, faith, and compassion. His legacy of service and love will continue to inspire all who had the privilege of knowing him.
During his distinguished military career, Colonel Holland received numerous decorations and awards recognizing his exceptional service and leadership, including the Defense Superior Service Medal, Legion of Merit, Bronze Star Medal with one Oak Leaf Cluster, Meritorious Unit Commendation with one Oak Leaf Cluster, Southwest Asia Service Medal with Bronze Service Stars, Kuwait Liberation Medal, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, Master Parachutist Badge, and Special Forces Tab. His professional military education included completion of the Command and General Staff College, the Officer Advanced Course, the Airborne Course, the Special Forces Qualification Course, the Jumpmaster Course, and the Free Fall Parachutist Course.
“Well done, good and faithful servant.” — Matthew 25:23
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NCHS ALUMNI MENTORING PROGRAM
PURPOSE
The purpose of the mentoring program is to assist students in the acquisition of knowledge and skills,develop integrity, process information, think crtically and work independently. We also provide educational cultural materials to stimulate academic achievement.
The program is open to male and female students in grade 7, All participants will be eligible for a scholarship to assist monetarily when entering an institution of higher learning.
Participants will participate in school and community projects, field trips and discussion forums.
Group sessions will be held twice a month at the Northampton Middle School between the hours of 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM.
PARTICIPANTS
COX, YASMIN PAIGE
JARVIS, DAJAWAN MALIK
ORTIZ, DAISY GANT
TAYLOR, EMARI LASHAY
VENEY, DEMION AHMADMALIK
WHITE, TYKEISHA L.
STUDENT GOALS
TO DEVELOP:
1. POSITIVE ATTITUDES
2. LISTENING AND SPEAKING SKILLS
3. PROBLEM SOLVING SKILLS
4. DECISION-MAKING SKILLS
5. HOW TO BE A TEAM MEMBER OR PLAYER
6. STRONG WORK ETHICS
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TOP TEN REASON NOT TO MISS THE CLASS REUNION
1. You'll laugh, cry and reminisce with some of your old friends and classmates.
2. It's okay not to remember someone. That's why name tags were invented!
3. Feel better realizing you are not the only one who has been married, divorced, married, divorced and still looking!
4. Rekindle or begin new relationships.
5. Show everyone how sexy BALD is!
6. Even if you had some negative experiences in high school, don't fret about it, you'll most likely laugh about it now!
7. Enjoy a weekend without the grandkids or great-grands.
8. Use the renunion as an opportunity to diet and shape up.
9. An opportunity to swap pictures of your children, your dear grandchildren and beloved great grands.
10. And finally, studies have shown that those who were initially hesistant about attending their reunion, discover it was the event that they wouldn't have missed!
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2013 4-H Participants
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Sponsored by the
Northampton County High School Alumni Foundation, Inc.
Willie in dark blue shirt-savenger hunt! Emari at Rifle Range!
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Comments from the 4-H Director:
“Thank you so much for your generosity.
Willie had a great time at camp.
He really enjoyed the activities and
always seemed to be smiling.
It was a pleasure to take him and
I hope he continues in 4-H.”
“Emari was a joy to have at camp.
She is a very sweet girl!
A little quiet but she comes out
of her shell when she is having fun.
I believe this was her first time at camp and
I think she will want to come back, I hope she does.
It was wonderful to see her go from shy
to leading her room in a week.”
Thank you, Christina
Comments from the Participants:
“Thank you for sending me to camp,
my favorite thing was the pool.”
Thank you so much, Willie
“Thank you for sending me to camp,
my favorite class was the challenge course.
I learned that trust and friendship can go a long way.”
Thanks, Emari
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