Dorotha Jean Holloman Brannon

dorotha jean brannon

September 26, 1942 ~ August 18, 2026

Born in: Daingerfield , Texas
Resided in: Daingerfield , Texas

Funeral services for Mrs. Dorotha Jean Holloman Brannon, 83, of Daingerfield, Texas, will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, August 29, 2026, in the chapel of Reeder-Davis Funeral Home in Hughes Springs. Burial will follow at Rhodes Cemetery in Daingerfield, under the direction of Reeder-Davis Funeral Home in Hughes Springs.

Dorotha Jean Brannon was born on September 26, 1942, to John D. Holloman and Jo Dale Lewis. She transitioned on August 18, 2026. She attended public school in Daingerfield and graduated from J.J. Rhoads High School. Following high school, she attended Texas Southern University as a pre-law major. Later, she gave birth on November 11, 1964, to her only child, Jovaniel Lee Holloman.

She met the love of her life, George R. “Rene” Brannon, some years earlier, but the timing was not right. Decades later, their paths crossed again. This time, it was God’s time, and they soon became one. They remained a loving and supportive couple. Ms. Brannon was preceded in death by her husband; her parents; and her brother Joe. D. Holloman.

She leaves to cherish her memories: her son, Jovaniel “Van” Holloman; granddaughter, ReJina Butler; great-grandson, Isaac; great-granddaughters, Mariah and Zarii; grandson, Quentin, and Floish “Flo” Holloman; great-grandsons, Jeremiah and Zachariah; great-granddaughter, Aniyah; granddaughter, Victoria “VV” Holloman; great-grandson, J’derrian; great-granddaughter, J’Myracle; spiritual daughter, Dominic “Baby Girl” Johnson; spiritual grandsons, E.J., Jaylyn, and Adien; and a host of cousins and friends.

Services

Funeral Ceremony: August 29, 2026 11:00 am

Reeder-Davis Funeral Home - Hughes Springs
1213 Hanes Blvd.
Hughes Springs, Texas 75656

(903) 639-2585
https://www.reeder-davis.com

Interment:

Rhodes Cemetery
near the intersection of Sanders Street and Nichols Street (off Jefferson Street)
Daingerfield , Texas 75638


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  1. Candle 5To my family your mother and grandmother will be truly miss she had a sweet personality and kept you laughing whenever we met love you DOT.

  2. Candle 8I’m so sorry for your loss may God be with each of you, from the DOUGLAS FAMILY REST IN PEACE MRS. DOT🙏🏾

  3. The impact this woman had on my life was a gift from the Lord I will cherish forever.
    Well done good and faithful servant, go get your rest❤️

  4. Candle 8Saddened by the loss of one of earth’s illuminating candles. What a wonderful angel she was here on earth 💖

  5. Candle 1One of my favorite people…
    I’m going to miss u and know I will never forget u…
    I love u lil lady RIL

  6. Candle 2Known This lovely soul for over 40years. Our fathers worked together til they retired from T&N. Jean worked with me over 2o years. She was a true blessing to those she cared for and those she worked alongside in the nursing homes. Every year we shared a birthday….God has a special place waiting for her. God speed my friend.

  7. “My Mama Angel” She was beautiful inside and out. She had such a kind heart and was full of compassion. She was caring, loving, and definitely a true woman of God. I will miss her voice, especially when she would call me her baby girl. I love you forever Mama Angel. 🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍Sending Prayers to the family!

  8. Candle 8Madea, it was truly an honor and a blessing to have met you. You had a special way with words—you could make a person laugh one moment and speak a word of encouragement that touched their heart the next.

    Your presence was a gift, and the love, laughter, and wisdom you shared will not be forgotten. Though your earthly journey has come to an end, the seeds you planted through your words and the lives you touched will continue to speak. Your legacy will live on through every memory, every smile, and every word of wisdom you left behind.

    Rest peacefully, Madea. You have finished your course, and your impact will remain.

  9. Praying for you and your family for comfort during this difficult time. May the Lord bless and keep you.

  10. Candle 4Sending condolences to the family. My “Big Sis” will truly be missed but never forgotten. She was a ray of sunshine and comfort to me. Rest easy Sis, we got this. Love you.


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