Jill Holland Yeary, 65, of Franklin, passed away on Thursday, December 26, 2019.

Born in Macon County, she was the daughter of the late Ernest and Pauline "Scoot" Rowland Holland. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Judy Holland Haire. She was a Christian by faith and the much-loved daughter, sister, aunt and friend to many. She will be remembered for her smile and ability to bring joy to others.

She was a devoted mother to her son, Ernest Yeary of Franklin; two stepsons, Charles Yeary and James Yeary both of Port St. Lucie, FL; two brothers, Jimmy Holland and Perry (Marie) Holland both of Franklin and several special nieces and nephews.

Graveside Services will be held at 3:00 pm, Sunday, December 29th at Woodlawn Cemetery. Rev. Greg Rogers will officiate. A Celebration of her life will be held following the graveside service at Pine Grove Baptist Church fellowship hall.

Pallbearers will be Robby Holland, Chris Holland, Anthony Holland, John Tastinger II, Trey Woodard and Devan Sanders.

Memorial donations can be made to the Macon County Special Olympics North Carolina, C/O Jennifer Garrett, 1830 Lakeside Drive, Franklin, NC 28734.

Macon Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

Condolences can be made to the family at www.maconfuneralhome.com