With hearts full of cherished memories and a profound sense of gratitude, we announce the passing of George William Holland. He left this world on December 31, 2024 to embrace the next chapter of life’s adventure with Jesus.

George was born to the parents of Albert and Leona (Mahler) Holland on November 25, 1951 in Sac City, Iowa. George graduated from Waseca Sacred Heart High School in 1969 in Waseca Minnesota. George continued his education earning a degree from Wayne State College in Nebraska. George dedicated 50 years of his life educating students and being an advocate for teachers. George held many roles throughout his years in education. With each role, he took great pride in the people he connected with. He had a passion and dedication to make a difference in his community.

George had an avid love for Disney, theater production, collecting nativities for his museum, baking and decorating cakes, quilting, and caring for his well loved dogs. George led an honest life with a caring approach. He looked for the best in people and was always willing to lend a helping hand.

George is survived by his niece Michelle (Kevin) Blaha, great-nephew Bradley (Michelle) Blaha, great-niece Stephanie (Andrew) Nims, great-great Nephews; Caden Blaha, Kemper Blaha, Camden Blaha, Cole Blaha and great-great niece Addilynn Nims. George is survived by his friend Tim Krom and his niece Keri (Tim) Miller and great niece Natalee Miller.  George is also survived by Robert Sable, Renee Kruchten and Garrett Kruchten.

George is preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Leona (Mahler) Holland, Sisters; Mary Lou Wilson, and Elaine Sable and niece Carmen Sable.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday January 11, 2025 at Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Funeral Home, 2659 John F. Kennedy Rd., Dubuque, from 1 PM to 4 PM followed by a memorial service at 4 PM. Family and Friends are invited to share stories, laughter, and tears in remembrance of the beautiful life George led. George will be peacefully laid to rest alongside his parents at Owatonna Memorial Garden following another Celebration of life at a later date in Owatonna, Minnesota.