Ida was born in Smithfield, NC to the late Phoehia and Leston Smith. She was reared and educated in Johnston County School System. As a wife and mother she remained in Smithfield working diligently caring for her family.
Symbolizing her dedication to Jehovan; she was baptized July 17, 1977 from that point she endeavored to fulfill that commitment for life.
She leaves to cherish her love and memory seven children; Derryle (Milton) Barnes, Delores Hill, Phyllis Young, Edward (Valarie) Holmes, Maxine Holmes-Lynn, Karen (Jimmy) Raiford and Evelyn Holmes. One son, Oliver Holmes preceded her in death; fourteen grandchildren, fifteen great great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and friends.
Services for Ms. Holmes will be Wednesday, August 12, 2009 at 12 noon at the Agriculture Building on 210 Highway in Smithfield, NC. The family will be receiving friends for a viewing from 11 am to 12 noon before the service.