MILTON - H. Thomas Holland, age 78, of Milton, formerly of Rehoboth Beach, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, Jan. 28, 2012, at his home. He is survived by a son, L.T. Holland and his wife Luanne; a daughter, Michelle A. Knechel and her husband Adam; five grandchildren, five great-grandchildren; and Tom's companion, Mary Hirt. A memorial service will be 11 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 11, 2012, at the Long Neck Chapel of Melson Funeral Services, Millsboro, where friends and family may call after 10 a.m. Interment will be private. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.melsonfuneralservices.com.