It is with regret we announce the passing of Mr. John Cullen Holcomb, age 86, of Fayetteville, TN. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at 11 AM at Rose Hill Cemetery with Rev. Tommy Vann officiating. There will be no visitation prior to the service.
Mr. Holcomb was born October 3, 1938, in Torrington, CT to the late William H. Holcomb and Jean Hampton Ramsey. He worked for many years in construction and retired as Director of Fayetteville Water and Sewer System. He was a member of the Fayetteville United Methodist Church. John passed away October 2, 2025.
Survivors include his wife, Amy Beth Johnson Holcomb; sons, Kyle Matthew Holcomb and wife Beth of Ashburn, VA, and Bryan Kelly Holcomb and wife Lorie of Murfreesboro, TN; five grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and a brother, Butler Ramsey.
Higgins Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Mr. John Cullen Holcomb.


John Cullen was a Mulberry Boy when he would visit or come to live with his grandmother, Mrs. Jess Hampton. A beautiful lady who loved John Cullen dearly.as he loved her! We were friends for all these years and our Class of 1957 will miss him.
Martha Ellen Parks Neal
Sorry to hear this. Johnny gave me one of my first real jobs at CFW. Tough and hard but very fair. Much respect for Johnny, RIP.
Kelly, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family my brother.
We were bookends on the CHS 1956 football team and close friends for all these years. I will miss you Johnny deeply. I have many stories I could share but I might hear from sheriff Tull Malone. You were a special friend with the courage of a lion and heart of a lamb. Love you buddy, Prayers for you and your family. As stubborn as you could be, I know you love them endlessly. Rest in peace, See you soon. Your friend always, Gene.
My prayers and sympathy for the family’s loss at this time. May God Bless you with comfort.
Kelly and family, I’m so sorry to learn of your dad’s passing. I regret I am unable to attend his service, but know I am thinking of you at this time. Much love.
Kelly, we are so sorry for your loss. We will be praying for you and Amy. May God comfort the family during such a sad time. Barbara and C.N. Bates
So sorry Kelly praying for your family
i am sorry for your loss Kelly.
I always thought Mr Johnny was a fine man. Sendingy deepest condolences.
I am so sorry for your loss. I will be praying for you and your family. ❤️
Mrs Amy, I am so sorry for your loss 🙏🏾❤️
Johnny was a very good friend! He will be missed
We so so sorry for your loss. May the good Lord bless and keep you all.
So sorry Kelly! Praying for your family!
I’m so sorry for your loss
So sorry to lose another member of our class of ‘57. RIP
Great man. So sorry for y’all’s loss.