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Davene Lucille Holmes

February 09, 1947 - September 02, 2025

Obituary For Davene Lucille Holmes

Davene L McDade Holmes was born February 9, 1947 to the late Floyd Z McDade Jr and Audrey McDade in Huntington, West Virginia. Floyd later moved his family to Detroit, MI in search of a better life for his family. Davene was the first born of four daughters. Her sisters include Karen J Reeves, Victoria M Davis and Lynn A McDade.

Davene was educated by the Detroit Public School system. She furthered her education in the medical field and had a successful 25 year career at Dr. Quincy A Johnson's medical office. Davene married the late Haywood Holmes but the love of her life was her son Dwight Anthony Holmes.

Davene went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, September 2, 2025. She had a zest for life and strived for the better things in life, not only for herself but for her entire family. Her memory will be cherished by her son Dwight A Holmes, sister Lynn A McDade, three nieces Lorie Turner (Guyler), Tenisha McLean (Calvin), Kennetha Dalton (Demarco), four nephews Dean Reeves (Theresa), Byron McDade (Scharlene), Alarie Davis (Sonya), the late Juan McDade and a host of grand nieces, nephews, family and friends. Davene was not just an aunt but mother and matriarch to each and every one of us.

Memorial gathering will be held at 1pm on Saturday September 27, 2025 at God's Path Community Services, address 8801 Woodward Ave Ste 305, Detroit MI. For more information please contact 313-982-2400.

The family of Davene Holmes would like to acknowledge in advance all prayers, contributions and condolences. Thank you for your love and support during this difficult time.

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September 26, 2025

Geraldine Hooks

Sending my deepest condolences to the McDade family. May your happy memories provide the family Peace, Comfort and Healing. Hooks Family
September 25, 2025

Lynn McDade

To my sister Davene, Missing you is only the beginning of my pain, yet the strong bond we hold together, shall forever remain. Although my heart is heavy, I know that prayer will lighten my load, because God has already paved a way for us somewhere down the road. Should you hear my lonely cries, in the still of the night, will you dry my eyes with the sweet memories of you, until I see the morning light. I shall never hear you speak again, yet I know that the words are there. Since time has allowed you to slip away from me, we only have these precious moments to share. Once held together by love, we are now separated by God's decision to call you home. But are we ever ready to make that transition, or do we fear of walking alone? I know that you are now God's angel and he has your soul to keep. Yet I will always have your unconditional love, stored in our hearts so deep. As you walk that holy land, that we're so sure you'll adore, I'll take each step with you because that's what sisters are for. May the purist of raindrops wash away my remaining pain, and may my broken heart soon mend until we see each other again. Sister, whenever you feel I've strayed away, just glance down through the clouds. I'll feel your eyes upon me and make my sister proud. Even through God has reserved your sweet soul let it be known that you left this earth with a heart of Gold. Love Forever, Your sister Lynn Written by Rita Burnett
September 24, 2025

Valeria Railey

My condolences to the McDade family. May God keep you all in his loving arms and give you comfort and peace during this time. Love you all, Valeria Tyus-Railey