George Hollman

Ocean Pines

George “Wayne” Hollman, 70, of Ocean Pines, passed away on Sunday, Feb. 6, 2022, at his home surrounded by family.

Wayne was born Jan. 25, 1952, in Daniels, Maryland, to George and Nora (Shifflett) Hollman.

In 1965, the family moved to Carroll County where Wayne attended South Carroll High School and graduated in 1970.

He was a natural athlete who played football but loved baseball and held the county record for 19 out of 21 strikeouts. He received a full scholarship to Belmont Abbey, North Carolina, where he continued his baseball career until tearing his rotator cuff.

In returning home, he pursued work in the construction field and in 1977, Wayne and his brother, Kirk, started Hollman & Hollman General Contractors. Their reputation quickly spread through the county and for over 30 years they worked together until Wayne semi-retired in 2005 and moved to Ocean Pines.

Wayne loved being active, whether it was skiing, fishing, boating, riding his Harley, bowling, or playing corn hole. He enjoyed his furry companions, Macy and Munchkin, who could be seen with Wayne on walks or napping on his lap.

Wayne loved his family and enjoyed spending time with them. He was a devoted husband, great dad, wonderful Poppop, best big brother, and loyal friend to so many.

He is preceded in death by parents, George and Nora Hollman; first wife, Catherine Hollman; and brother-in-law, James Busey.

He is survived by wife, Paulette Hollman; son, Zach and wife, Michelle Hollman; grandsons, Hunter and Chase Hollman; daughter, Heather Hollman; grandson, Cody Talbott and wife, Kristen; granddaughter, Kaitlyn Riddle and husband, Ben; siblings, Kirk Hollman and wife, Sandy, Debbie Pickett and husband, John, Tammy Harry and Wayne Buckler, Charlotte Busey and Geoff; sister-in-law, Kathy Davis and husband, Fred Germano; numerous nieces and nephews and great nieces and great nephews.

The family will have a Celebration of Life at a later date.

Donations may be made to Coastal Hospice, Worcester County Humane Society or a Pancreatic Research Foundation in his name.