President Jeffrey R. Holland Laid to Rest in St. George, Utah

On January 1, 2026, President Jeffrey R. Holland, President of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, was laid to rest in his hometown of St. George, Utah. Holland passed away on December 27, 2025, at the age of 85. His funeral services were held on December 31, 2025, at the Tabernacle on Temple Square in Salt Lake City, attended by family, friends, and church leaders.

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The interment ceremony took place at the St. George City Cemetery, attended by notable church leaders including President Dallin H. Oaks, President Henry B. Eyring, and Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf, among others. Despite inclement weather, hundreds of community members lined the route to the cemetery, which included significant landmarks in Holland's life, such as the St. George Utah Temple and his childhood home.

President Jeffrey R. Holland Laid to Rest in His Beloved Hometown

During the service, Mary Alice McCann, Holland's daughter, reflected on her father's upbringing and his lifelong commitment to the gospel. She emphasized the influence of their ancestors on his life, stating, “Ancestral grit and dedication coursed through the veins of Jeffrey R. Holland.” The interment was conducted by his son, David F. Holland, with Elder Matthew S. Holland dedicating the grave, where he was laid to rest alongside his late wife, Patricia, who passed away in July 2023.

President Jeffrey R. Holland Laid to Rest in His Beloved Hometown

Community members expressed their admiration and gratitude for President Holland's contributions. Kari Manning, visiting from New Mexico, shared, “We love him and are grateful for all that he did. So, we wanted to be part of it.” Local resident Brent Lee noted the emotional connection the community felt, stating, “It’s the least we can do to honor him in this moment in time.”

President Jeffrey R. Holland Laid to Rest in His Beloved Hometown

While the sources primarily focus on the positive tributes to President Holland, there is no mention of dissenting views or criticisms regarding his leadership or teachings within the church.

President Jeffrey R. Holland Laid to Rest in His Beloved Hometown

• “The principles he taught of the gospel of Jesus Christ were some that had a great effect on my life and helped me as I became a bishop and then served in other callings in the Church,” — Jay Manning, Community Member

President Jeffrey R. Holland Laid to Rest in His Beloved Hometown

• “We’re just delighted to be a part of it. I think it gives us somewhat of an emotional connection to [President Holland] and his family. And it’s the least we can do to honor him in this moment in time.” — Brent Lee, Local Resident

President Jeffrey R. Holland Laid to Rest in His Beloved Hometown

Following the interment, the church community is expected to continue honoring President Holland's legacy through various memorial services and reflections on his teachings and contributions to the church.

President Jeffrey R. Holland Laid to Rest in His Beloved Hometown