Robert Curtis Holmes

Robert Curtis Holmes, 59, of Albuquerque, NM passed away on Thursday, February 11th, 2021. Robert, beloved husband, stepfather, son, brother and uncle was born April 27th, 1961 in Paducah, KY to Clay and Betty Holmes.

The family moved from Kentucky to Bountiful, UT, where he spent his school years, graduating from Bountiful High School in 1979.  Robert loved sports and excelled as a football player where he earned his letter. Robert attended Westminster College in Salt Lake City, UT and continued his college education at the University of Albuquerque, graduating in 1986 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business. It was in Albuquerque where Robert met the love of his life, Kam Hinds. They were married on February 7th, 2001.

Robert pursued a career as a professional driver with ABF Freight and was a proud member of teamsters Local 492. Robert enjoyed being cast in movies that were being filmed in New Mexico. Notably, his favorite role was as a prison guard in Adam Sandler’s “The Longest Yard”.

Robert loved traveling with his wife Kam to Asia, Europe and throughout the U.S. His favorite destination was Hong Kong where he spent time with his extended family. Robert’s other passions included camping, weekend sports, and board games with the family. He was preceded in death by his father, Clay W. Holmes Sr.; and his brother, Joel B. Holmes.  He is survived by his wife, Kam Holmes; mother, Betty Holmes; stepson, Bruce Hinds (Brandy Hinds); his brother, Clay W. Holmes Jr. (Liz “Mary” Gallegos); his brother, John Wesley Homes (Jill Holmes); sister-in-law, Ellen Holmes; nieces, Phyllis Leontiou-Holmes, Liz Holmes, Maggie Holmes, Margo Rodriguez; and nephews, Colin Holmes and Roderick Rodriguez. Robert will be missed, but never forgotten.  Vaya con Dios.

Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, February 18th, 2021 at 12:00 p.m. Interment will be at Gate of Heaven Cemetery at a future date. In consideration of Covid-19 safety precautions, the Service is by family invitation only. The family would like you to view the service which will be live streamed and available for viewing by clicking on the link below.