Holland to celebrate 90th

Wilbur Holland
Wilbur Holland

— A drop-in open house is planned from 2-4 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 20, at the home of Wilbur Holland in Highfill, in honor of his 90th birthday on Nov. 22.

Holland was born in the house he still lives in now. He was married to Esther Holland for 56 1/2 years - she died two years ago. He was a farmer all his lifeand famous for the roses he grew and for his willingness to give away the beautiful arrangements he had put years into growing.

He has four children, a host of grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.

No gifts are requested but cards are welcome.

Community News, Pages 3 on 11/02/2011