Robert H. Holland, Jr.

 Robert H. Holland, Jr., of Allentown, died October 31, 2026 after a long illness. Robert was born June 29, 1949 in Bethlehem. He was the second of six children of Robert H. Holland and Marie Hilaire Holland, who predeceased him.

He was also predeceased by his long time companion, Jacqueline Davis, of Allentown.

Robert graduated Liberty High school and Penn State University with a BA in History and languages in 1971. He was commissioned upon graduation as a US Naval officer and served during the Vietnam War. Robert managed a family real estate business for many years before attending Moravian College to receive teaching certificates and an MA from Millersville University. Robert spoke 4 languages fluently; French, Spanish, English, and German. He spent many years teaching and substituting in the Allentown School district. He substituted until age 76, before his health declined.

He enjoyed traveling and spending summers in France with Jacqueline. He also enjoyed singing and playing the clarinet in civic bands and orchestras.

Robert is survived by his five siblings: Jane Oberman Mann of Frederick, Maryland, Meg Holland and Bernadette Holland of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, Michael Holland of Cape Coral, Florida, and Thomas Holland of Wilmington, Delaware. He is also survived by his many nieces and nephews.

Robert truly loved spending time with family and especially enjoyed the family beach week in Ocean City, New Jersey every year. The family would like to give many thanks for the wonderful care Robert received in his short time at CedarBrook Nursing Home. We also would like to thank the wonderful care through Family Pillars Hospice, especially, Yannet, Amber, Nicole, Charlotte, and Carol.

Arrangements are private through Connell Funeral Home. Visit www.connellfuneral.com to offer condolences.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Cedarbrook Senior Care and Rehab 350 S. Cedarbrook Rd. Allentown, PA 18104. In memo: Staff use in memory of Robert Holland, Jr.