Thomas Holland

Thomas John Holland, 85, of Alachua, Florida passed away peacefully on April 4, 2026. Born in Adams, Wisconsin, Tom came from modest roots — a dairy farm kid who delivered papers in the snow, later rode his bike everywhere in the Florida sun, and eventually hitchhiked his way to the University of Florida. He never forgot where he came from or what a dollar was worth. It was at the University of Florida where Tom met the love of his life, Nancy. He'll tell you he put the first pair of bobby socks on her. She'll tell you she almost became an airline stewardess instead. She chose Tom, and on September 24, 1966, they made it official. The rest, as they say, is history. He went on to build a life of purpose and generosity. A pharmacist by trade, Tom owned and operated Family Pharmacy in downtown Wauchula, Florida for 13 years — six days a week behind that counter, knowing everyone by name, making people laugh, being the kind of man a small town trusts. In Hardee County, that meant something. Tom was a man of conviction, humor, and an unfiltered opinion on just about everything. He loved golf, fishing, poker, and a cold Budweiser with good friends. He was devoted to his family, generous to a fault, and witty and sarcastic in the best possible way. Those who knew him best knew him simply as the King of the Civilized World. It suited him perfectly. He is survived by his beloved wife of almost sixty years, Nancy Holland; his three sons Michael (Diane) Holland, Robert (Shannon) Holland, and Daniel (Gina) Holland; his grandchildren Megan Holland, Ryan Holland, Adam Holland, Luke Holland, Paige Holland, Claire Holland, and William Holland; and his brother Joseph (Marjorie) Holland He was preceded in death by his parents Thomas Holland and Beatrice Keefe, his sister Susan Holland, and his beloved grandson Steven (Mary Kate) Holland. He was one of a kind. And he knew it. A longer remembrance written by his youngest son Daniel is available for those who wish to know the whole man. A Funeral Service will be held Monday, March 13, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at William-Thomas Downtown Chapel, 404 North Main St. Gainesville with Fr. Emmanuel. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service beginning at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice.

Thomas Holland

April 22, 1940 - April 4, 2026