Martin Holmes Death | Passed Away | Obituary
It is heartbroken that Martin Holmes, rallying journalist and photographer has died at the age of 80. Martin, born on the 25th of April 1940. Died 11th of June 2020.
Friends and families of the deceased are mourning the passing of their loved and cherished Martin Holmes.
Adamo Says
“Rest In Peace Martin, you have been a grand friend to rally. Your knowledge was encyclopedic. Your passion and commitment was immense. You probed to uncover the true story. You documented WRC history.
Grazie di tutto, maestro Holmes” #AdamoSays Maestro Holmes #WRC pic.twitter.com/1MCYBzmRzu
Adamo Says
“Rest In Peace Martin, you have been a grand friend to rally. Your knowledge was encyclopedic. Your passion and commitment was immense. You probed to uncover the true story. You documented WRC history.
Grazie di tutto, maestro Holmes” #AdamoSays Maestro Holmes #WRC pic.twitter.com/1MCYBzmRzu— AdamoSays ᵖᵃʳᵒᵈʸ (@AdamoSays) June 15, 2020
Martin Holmes has died (Born 25th April 1940-Died 11th June 2020) after a long battle with cancer, shortly after turning 80 years old.
Martin Holmes has died (Born 25th April 1940-Died 11th June 2020) after a long battle with cancer, shortly after turning 80 years old. pic.twitter.com/doy0F8hdjt
— Martin Holmes (@RallyHolmes) June 15, 2020
Life is better with characters in it. The sport of rallying has lost a big one. Martin Holmes has died, aged 80, after a long-term battle with cancer. Godspeed to the original photojournalist of #WRC.
Life is better with characters in it. The sport of rallying has lost a big one. Martin Holmes has died, aged 80, after a long-term battle with cancer. Godspeed to the original photojournalist of #WRC. pic.twitter.com/uqhA0RSvKH
— McKlein Photography (@McKlein_Rally) June 15, 2020
It’s with great sadness that we share the news that legendary journalist, competitor, and friend has died. He became a regular guest over the last 4 years on our show, he will be sadly missed by the rally world. Martin Holmes (Born 25th April 1940-Died 11th June 2020)
It’s with great sadness that we share the news that legendary journalist, competitor and friend has died. He became a regular guest over the last 4 years on our show, he will be sadly missed by the rally world. Martin Holmes (Born 25th April 1940-Died 11th June 2020) pic.twitter.com/XRJ8YnN5TE
— Absolute Rally (@absolute_rally) June 15, 2020
Martin thank you for probing for stories and ensuring the rich history of rally will live on through your words and photos for eternity.
You have passed the final time control. No doubt Henri, Colin & Richard will soon be cornered to answer more questions
Rest in peace Mr Holmes pic.twitter.com/Z1r9179WAY
Martin thank you for probing for stories and ensuring the rich history of rally will live on through your words and photos for eternity.
You have passed the final time control. No doubt Henri, Colin & Richard will soon be cornered to answer more questions
Rest in peace Mr Holmes pic.twitter.com/Z1r9179WAY— Gary Boyd (@KiwiWRCfan) June 15, 2020
Having heard about this great loss, the family of this individual is passing through pains, mourning the unexpected passing of their beloved.
This departure was confirmed through social media posts made by Twitter users who pour out tributes, and condolences to the family of the deceased.
More details have not been released about this death We are still working on getting more details about the death, as a family statement on the death is yet to be released.