Mr. Jacques D. Holiday, better known as "Jock" was born on November 28, 1966 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina to the late Mrs. Ada Mae Barber and the late Mr. Charlie H. Brown. In his youth, he attended First Calvary Baptist Church with his family and was involved in several church ministries. Throughout the years, as a member, he attended church regularly unless family or work obligations required his attention.

He received his formal education in the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County School System, was a graduate of Parkland High School and would later attend Hampton and Winston-Salem State Universities. He began playing football at an early age. His progression and athletic skills led to his selection as a MVP and Athlete of the Year at Park-land. Also, during his years of involvement in football as a player and coach, he received many awards and accolades for his service. These achievements resulted in him being inducted into the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Sportsmen Club High School Hall of Fame in 2004.

Jacques coached football at local high schools including Parkland and Mt. Tabor for several years. His community commitment and involvement included directing the Winston Lake YMCA Step Team under the leadership of the legendary Moses "Mo" Lucas. At the time of his passing, Jacques was an employee of Service First Express, Inc.

In February 1992, Jacques married Cherry French and enjoyed a blessed life with her and their family until his unexpected passing.

He was preceded in death by: his parents; grandparents; and two brothers, Rayvon Cox and Rahim Amer.

His life will be forever cherished by his wife, Cherry; sons, Khristoffer (India) Imes, and Austin Holiday; daughter, Mercedez Holiday; 7 grandchildren, including Brad-ley Shore (the apple of his eye); sister, Jackie Moody; brother, Deramus (April) Cox; special aunt, Gracie Bur-wick; sister-in-law, Glenda (Tayron) Wilson; brother-in-law, Darryl (India) Reynolds; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

There will be no public viewing for Mr. Holiday. Funeral service 12:00 PM, Saturday, March 7, 2026 at First Calvary Baptist Church, 401 North Woodland Avenue, Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27101.

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