Barbara Kay

Hollis

Barbara Kay Hollis, 77, of Wichita Falls, passed away on September 19, 2023.

Barbara was born on December 23, 1945, in Wichita Falls, Texas, to the late Thelma Imogene and William Hoyle "Pat" Schmitz. She attended Carrigan Elementary, Reagan Jr. High, Wichita Falls High School, and Midwestern University. She was employed by the District Attorney's Office and the Wichita County Sheriff's Office. With 22 years of service, she retired as a Sergeant. Barbara loved dancing and all things "old timey". She would have loved being a pioneer woman during the period of westward expansion.  Barbara married Roy Lee Hollis of Wichita Falls.

Along with her parents and brother, William (Bill) Schmitz, Barbara was preceded in death by beloved grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Howard A. Clark of Wichita Falls.

Barbara is survived by companion, Roy Lee Hollis, and sons James Roy and David LeAllen of Wichita Falls; seven grandchildren: Christopher Hollis of Keller, TX, Riley, Jacey, Brittany, Alyssa, and Seth Hollis, and Taryn Nava all of Wichita Falls; eight great grandchildren; brothers: Johnnie Schmitz of Bowie and Clark and wife Lisa Schmitz of Wichita Falls; sisters: Joyce Schmitz, Wiletta Langston, and sister-in-law Mary Schmitz-Henderson of Wichita Falls; and eight nieces and nephews. May her light continue to shine in the memories of those who knew and loved her.

A special thank you is sent to the angels of mercy at Beyond Faith Hospice for the excellent care and compassion given during her illness.  For those desiring, the family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Beyond Faith Hospice, 1702 Kell W Blvd, Wichita Falls, TX 76301.

A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, September 30, 2023, 11:00 a.m., at Anchor Baptist Church, in Wichita Falls, TX.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.beyondfaithhospice.com.