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   Holli Lynn Foli passed away November 15, 2012 after a courageous 6 1/2 year battle with ovarian cancer. Holli was born in Portsmouth, VA to Barbara Peel Foli and the late Vernon Foli.
   She grew up in Taylorville, IL where she graduated from high school. She attended college at Illinois State University, obtaining a Bachelor's degree in art history and a Master's in business finance.  
   She worked in art galleries in Illinois then settled into a successful 17 year career as an Escrow office manager after moving to Portland, Oregon in 1994. 
   Holli loved art, philosophy, fine food and traveling.  She toured Europe while in high school and later vacationed several times in Hawaii, Mexico and in the Caribbean. She cherished holidays, family traditions and time with her niece and little cousins.


Her courage was an inspiration, and she will be in our hearts forever. 

May 24, 2023
May 24, 2023
Happy birthday, cousin! As always, thank you for your assistance with my Reiki. ❤️
May 24, 2023
May 24, 2023
Happy Birthday, Holli. ❤️❤️❤️ We will celebrate your day today. You are so very much missed! I think about you all the time. Love you.
May 24, 2022
May 24, 2022
Well, my friend…10 years ago today you celebrated your last birthday on Earth. Each year on May 24th our family remembers you because you shared this day my youngest sister, Megan. So know you are still celebrated and remembered each year for all your Heavenly birthdays! I love you and miss you ❤️
May 24, 2022
May 24, 2022
Happy Birthday, Holli! You are dearly missed. ❤️ We love you.
May 24, 2021
May 24, 2021
Happy Birthday, cousin! I felt you and your daddy near this past Saturday during the Scorpion Memorial through Zoom. Couldn't help thinking of the last in-person memorial we both attended... As always, thank you for your continued help in my Reiki work. Lots of love!
May 24, 2021
May 24, 2021
Happy Birthday, my friend! I miss you all the time! ❤️
November 15, 2020
November 15, 2020
It’s been 8 years since your pain and struggle ended. I miss you - there are still times when I want to call and tell you something, and then I remember I can’t. So I just talk to you and assume you’re listening - just like old times! ❤️
May 25, 2020
May 25, 2020
Happy Birthday Holli! I miss celebrating your birthday with you when we were in Norfolk. I hope it's magical! Love your cuz, Di
November 15, 2018
November 15, 2018
It's been 6 years and I still talk to you! Miss you, my friend...
November 16, 2017
November 16, 2017
Holli, I can't believe it's been 5 years since you left. Seems like a lot longer. I hope you are so happy being with everyone and enjoying every minute. Love you cuz!
May 24, 2017
May 24, 2017
WOW! It's the BIG Five-O!! Missing you especially this year. Much love and fond memories.
May 24, 2016
May 24, 2016
Happy Birthday my dear friend...miss you all the time.
November 15, 2015
November 15, 2015
It's been three years that you've been gone...but yet you're still with us.  In our thoughts, memories, stories, and our hearts. You are missed!!
May 24, 2015
May 24, 2015
Happy Birthday sissy! We used to enjoy decadent birthday dinners together. Ava is thrilled to have a cupcake in celebration of your birthday. We look at photos and talk of you often. We miss you!!

Love,
Katie, Brian and Ava
May 24, 2015
May 24, 2015
Well today you would be turning 48! FORTY-EIGHT!! :-) And I would tease you about how I wouldn't be as OLD as you until NEXT month. HeeHee It's also my little sister Megan's birthday and you two shared a special bond - you called her "your little monkey" because she would climb all over you when she was little. :-) I miss you so much - I find myself thinking "I need to call Holli and tell her about such and such"...
But I just figure you probably already know. So Happy Birthday - I'm lighting a "birthday" candle for you. Make a wish!
February 27, 2015
February 27, 2015
Holli and I became friends our first week of Junior High School in Taylorville, IL. We were 12 years old. She and I were both Gemini's and we laughed about how when we were together there were 4 of us!! During the summer of 2012, her health was declining, but she sustained herself enough to serve as my maid of honor when I got married in September. 
I think about Holli quite often. I miss having her just a phone call away. Now, I just talk to her in my heart. 
I love you and miss you, my old friend.
May 25, 2014
May 25, 2014
So often I find myself thinking of you and your lovely family. Your impact continues. When I see someone that I look at twice because they look like you I have to giggle.  I can just see you peaking through saying hey you, I have some of those answers now. Thank you for blessing my journey dear friend.
May 24, 2014
May 24, 2014
Happy Birthday, Sissy! I told Ava she'll get a cupcake today and she's very excited. We miss you like crazy. -xoxo Katie
May 24, 2014
May 24, 2014
Happy Birthday to my wonderful niece.  I miss you so much and think of you often. I believe in my heart that you are at rest with your struggles and enjoying your Dad to the fullest, loving your Grandparents, Aunts and Uncles.
November 16, 2013
November 16, 2013
I think of you often, Holli. And when I go to the office, I have the picture of you and your dad on my desk and always tell you good morning. You are missed by so many people. You touched so many lives that I'm only now realizing. I'm so glad you are pain free now. Say hi to everyone from me and hugs and kisses!
November 16, 2013
November 16, 2013
We miss you, Holli! This evening I saw one of the most gorgeous sunsets of my life. It reminded me of the time we spent together in Mexico. I love you xoxo -Katie
November 15, 2013
November 15, 2013
I was searching my phone for something late last night and one of her texts popped up. It was a sign that she is still connected. Love you, Holli!
November 15, 2013
November 15, 2013
My Sweet Niece, I still miss you so much. Take care of your grandparents and your Aunts and Uncles.

I love you,
Aunt Carol
February 26, 2013
February 26, 2013
Holli and I worked together and became friends back in the 90's. She was brilliant, determined, hardworking and loving. She dealt with this disease like all of her other challenges -- face-on, bold, strong, and with a sense of humor. I will miss you my dear friend.
January 16, 2013
January 16, 2013
I am so sorry to hear about Holli. She took classes in my program at Portland State, and was just lovely to speak with. Holli was bright and interesting, and brought a lot to the classes. My thoughts are with her family and friends.
January 11, 2013
January 11, 2013
I just saw the notification of Holli's passing here at Cancer Treatment Centers of America. I knew Holli. We spoke several times and she was one of my favorite patients. I am so sorry for your loss. And ours. May fond memories (as shown in the slide show above) bring you comfort and peace. Best to you from her caregivers at Midwestern.
January 7, 2013
January 7, 2013
I went to school with Holli . She was a very sweet girl in school I will remember all the good time we had in school together.She is now up there in Heaven with my best friend Gaybriel Conrad. Holli and Gaybriel are my angels watching over me .
December 20, 2012
December 20, 2012
I had Holli in one of my math classes over 30 years ago, and I still remember that precious young lady. She was so sweet and so full of life. It appears that she got to do several things in life that she really enjoyed, but it still seems like a life cut too short. I am so thankful to have known this fine young lady.
December 20, 2012
December 20, 2012
With Deepest Sympathy Barb and Family, So sorry to hear about Holli's passing. What a very sweet daughter you had! You know that she will always be with you Barb. I can remember the times that she and my Gaybriel were in school together and all the good times. When I heard she had passed I had to think that she had a friend waiting for her up in Heaven...Gaybriel.
December 17, 2012
December 17, 2012
Holli, thank you for Your kind spirit, your strong will, and your friendship. We crossed paths and then lost touch several times in our lives. From the lunchroom at West school, a great summer in jr high, high school antics, and a girls trip here and there to enjoy life. You made my life better just by being in it. Love u!
December 17, 2012
December 17, 2012
Barbara, I know how hard it is to lose a child...our prayers are with you & your family. Your daughter was a wonderful woman who had so much love to share. Irene (Taylor) Oller and family
December 14, 2012
December 14, 2012
Holli and I met on a plane several months ago and then would continue to meet on planes between Portland Or and Chicago, I feel blessed that God allowed Holli and I to set next to each other several times on planes and share our lives w/ each other, I will continue to pray for Holli's family that each one might find Peace and comfort from God.
December 9, 2012
December 9, 2012
God bless you Holli and enjoy the big family you have in heaven,especially with your dad.
December 8, 2012
December 8, 2012
I am not sure how long Holli worked at Tastee Treat in Taylorville, but I remember getting a free cone everytime I went there. You know, taking care of her younger cousin. I will miss her, but I know now that everytime I take my little ones there, I will think of Holli.
December 8, 2012
December 8, 2012
Wow after reading about my cousin Holli there was a lot I didn't know about her. She lived life and was a fighter. She will me missed but will always be in the hearts with the ones she had touched.I was glad that I was able to visit her a couple of times at my Aunt Carol's when I was up in Kincaid. May you rest in peace.
November 28, 2012
November 28, 2012
Holli was a great sister and amazing Auntie to my daughter. Holli helped me grow as a parent. I can still hear her say " You're a good Mom."
November 26, 2012
November 26, 2012
The blessings of holli will continue to weave their way through our tapestries of this life.  With this she continues to touch many. I am thankful we were brought together. She helped to better me. My teacher and friend will be missed by many including myself.
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May 24, 2023
May 24, 2023
Happy birthday, cousin! As always, thank you for your assistance with my Reiki. ❤️
May 24, 2023
May 24, 2023
Happy Birthday, Holli. ❤️❤️❤️ We will celebrate your day today. You are so very much missed! I think about you all the time. Love you.
May 24, 2022
May 24, 2022
Well, my friend…10 years ago today you celebrated your last birthday on Earth. Each year on May 24th our family remembers you because you shared this day my youngest sister, Megan. So know you are still celebrated and remembered each year for all your Heavenly birthdays! I love you and miss you ❤️
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