OBITUARIES

Holland "Dutch" Jennings, 2

09/28/2023

WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — Holland “Dutch” Powell Jennings

Dutch Jennings was born August 23rd, 2021 in Bennington, VT to Christine Holland and Samuel Jennings. He was the very best of his mom and dad. He loved, and was very much loved by, his three big sisters: Sadie, Lucy, and Pippa Wooliver. He was cherished by all who got to know him during his short time with us.

Dutch loved Sundays and Wednesdays on Jennings Brook Farm with Pokey & Pa (Maureen and Steve Jennings), and his Aunt Maggie, who spoiled him with gifts and love to no end. He loved riding bikes and playing with his cousins at his Grammy and Grampy’s (Janet and Tom Holland) house. Dutch loved making forts and running around his house with his big sisters, and playing hide and seek with “Mama”. He was the constant companion and life’s blessing of his “Dada”.

Dutch was diagnosed with ALL B-Cell Leukemia in October 2022. Despite nearly a year of intensive chemotherapy, he persevered with incredible bravery and grace. The Baystate Pediatric Hematology & Oncology Clinic, and Baystate Children’s Hospital were always delighted by his presence, and charmed by him winking at the nurses and blowing kisses to doctors. He was a charmer, but there was only sincerity and love behind those winks and kisses.

When he was able to be at home away from treatment, he loved searching for animals, especially “Hop”, his favorite bunny in our backyard. He was even willing to share his favorite vegetables with Hop, leaving them out under the trees in the evening. Dutch loved syrup and honey, riding the “vroom”, watching “row row”, having at least five binkies present at all times, and the color purple. To hear him say “purple” would melt your heart.

Dutch is also survived by Matt & Erin Holland (Patrick, Andrew, and Bridget); Kevin Holland & Kristin Sullivan (Rowan and Jackson); and Greg & Sarah Holland (Charlie and Hattie), and extended family on both the Holland and Jennings sides.

A celebration of Dutch’s life will be held on Sunday, October 8th at Bloom Meadows, in Williamstown, M, at noon. His family would be grateful for any donations made in Dutch’s name to the Ronald McDonald House of Springfield, MA, or to any organizations dedicated to curing childhood cancer. To add to the Book of Memories, please visit www.flynndagnolifuneralhomes.com

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Maureen, Steve and the Jennings-Holland families; We are so sorry to hear this news about a beloved boy that touched all hearts. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
from: Kathy & Chris Meehan	on: 10-08-2023

Our hearts are aching for you all. We are so very sorry for your huge loss of Dutch.
from: Pete and Bonnie Haig	on: 10-08-2023

My god what a beautiful boy. I am so sorry for your loss. There are no words. Until you meet again, sending blessings.
from: Anonymous	on: 10-07-2023

Very sorry for the loss of your Son Dutch
from: Pete Barrow	on: 10-07-2023

Maureen, Steve and family, We are so sorry to hear this news. I could tell this little boy touched a lot of hearts. We are thinking of you all!
from: Theresa & Keith Lepicier	on: 10-06-2023

To the Jennings family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you all, Sorry for the loss of such a young beautiful boy.
from: The Demyer family	on: 10-05-2023

Words can’t express how much sorrow I know you feel. May his memory be a blessing. Sending love.
from: M. Willa	on: 10-05-2023

Sam, Chrissy, Steve, Maureen, Maggie and families - We send our deepest condolences in the loss of Dutch.
from: Jim & Nancy Grady	on: 10-04-2023

I was so very sorry, Chrissy, to learn about your beautiful boy Dutch. Please know that I am thinking of you and your dear family and send my sympathy.
from: Susan Hyde	on: 10-04-2023

My deepest condolences on the loss of your son. I pray that you find solace and comfort in his memory God Bless your family
from: Penny Bilyou	on: 10-04-2023

" But Jesus said, 'Let the little children come to me. """ Mathew 19:14. My deepest condolence to all the people who are personally effected by the loss of this precious little boy. His life as short as it was seems to have touched so many people who knew him and did not really know him. I hope you all find comfort in one another and your hope to one day meet again
from: Heart Ache	on: 10-04-2023

Steve and Maureen, So saddened to hear of your loss. Such a sweet, beautiful little boy taken way too soon. May your memories help you navigate through this difficult time. We are sure he's sitting on Dotties lap, being hugged and loved, until you all meet up again.
from: Phyllis Rhodes and Pat Rhodes LaValley	on: 10-04-2023

Such a sweet child! Sending hugs and condolences for this terrible loss.
from: Eva Grudin	on: 10-04-2023

So very sad to read of Dutch’s life cut short. Our sincerest condolences to all of his family and friends. Sharon and Stephen DeMyer.
from: Sharon DeMyer Nemser	on: 10-04-2023

Although we have never met I feel like we are connected in some way… I am in the process of trying to navigate the loss of my 2 boys … I was blessed to have a daughter and 2 sons . I lost my youngest son on August 30, 2023 and my older son on September 29,2023. My daughter and I still cannot process such a loss and our heart are broken beyond????. I felt compelled to honor your beautiful baby boy in any way I could ??But although this pain is like no other and the whole in my will never be filled I realized how blessed I am to have had them for 29 & 39 years. To look at this gorgeous 2 year old in front of me makes me realize how much pain and heartbreak you are experiencing ????Please hang in there and just know that he is the most beautiful place with Jesus??????Much love , hugs and prayers from me and my sons adore children and babies… Like the pied piper ??You can be sure they are embracing him and playing with and loving him there ?I’m so sorry I know your pain times 2. If you’re in need of a shoulder please feel free to call. mIt would be my privilege Love and extra prayers for all of his family # 413-663-0694 ??????
from: Michele Boland	on: 10-03-2023

sending warm and loving vibes to all of you.
from: kit r	on: 10-03-2023

To the entire Jennings Family; We are so very sorry to hear the news of Holland's passing. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with all you at this time. Please know we are there if you need anything. The Filiault Family send their condolences to you all.
from: Carol & Jack Filiault	on: 10-03-2023

I don't know this family but it bought tears to my eyes when I read the obituary . I am soooooo very sorry for your loss of such a beautiful child. Please know that there are so many people thinking of you.
from: Anonymous	on: 10-03-2023

I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my sincere and heartfelt condolences.
from: John Gifford	on: 10-03-2023

Heaven gained a beautiful little angel may he rest in peace so sorry to both families
from: Broken heart	on: 10-03-2023

Please accept my most sincere condolence. Steve and Maureen it has been many years, my thoughts are with you and your beloved family..
from: Judi De Myer Chick	on: 10-03-2023

Steve, Maureen, Sam and Maggie, I'm so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
from: Mary Leonard-Sturgis	on: 10-03-2023

Holland and Jennings Family, We are so very sorry for your loss. Sending prayers and love PopCares
from:	on: 10-03-2023

I am so sorry for the loss of this beautiful little boy. My heart goes out to the Holland and Jennings family. I had the opportunity to see him and he was the sweetest little boy ever.
from: Helen	on: 10-03-2023

I am truly saddened to read of this beautiful child’s passing…my heart and prayers go out to his loving family to find some solis in knowing they gave him the best in his very short life~May he now rest with the angels??
from: Cheryl Lefave	on: 10-03-2023

I wish I could have met him. My heart is with all of you.
from: Kathi George	on: 10-03-2023

Sam, Chrissy, Maggie, Steve, Maureen and family, there are no words that I can say to ease your pain. Life is so unfair at times and this is certainly one of those times. I can't imagine the pain and loss you all feel. Please know I have you all wrapped up tight in my arms and I send you all my love. Maggie, Dutch was the luckiest to call you Auntie, sending you all the strength in the world to help you get through.
from: Meghan Murphy	on: 10-03-2023

To the family of Dutch ,I want to send my deepest condolences on the loss of this beautiful child.I don't know you but I just wanted to say I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers. In this picture you can see what an amazing little boy he was .I'm so sorry for your loss.
from: Cindy (Pecor)Schneider	on: 10-03-2023

I am very sorry for your loss of this beautiful child. Jennie Pierce
from: Jennie Pierce	on: 10-03-2023

I’m so sorry for your loss
from: Laurie Gancarz	on: 10-03-2023

My deepest condolences to both families, Sam,I can't say enough. So sorry to hear this.
from: John Bryant	on: 10-03-2023

Dear Holland and Jennings familys. My heart goes out to all of you. Bob
from: robert smith	on: 10-03-2023

I don't know the family but this broke my heart. I'm sorry sorry for your loss of the BEAUTIFUL young boy. Prayers to everyone.
from: Heart Broken	on: 10-02-2023

So sorry for your loss. What a handsome little boy. RIP sweetheart. You deserved a long happy life.
from:	on: 10-02-2023

Wishing you all the strength the world can give. Love to the Holland family and all that knew such a sweet boy
from: Dina Poplaski	on: 10-02-2023

Although we may have never met,We are sorry to learn of the passing of your little one. Although a very short life lived he sure made an impact on so many people and touched so many lives.Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family in this time of need.
from: The Ostrander Family	on: 10-02-2023

I’m so sorry for your incredible loss. Reading his obituary warmed my heart he must have been the cutest ever ! Until you see again him again I hope the memories and the strength of your little guy give you peace .
from: Adriene Davine	on: 10-02-2023

Very sorry for your loss. I hope you can find peace through his bravery and the love between you. His smiles will be able to warm your hearts always
from: Doug-Diane george	on: 10-02-2023

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