I have the same feelings about Holmes Sr, to the point that I can't remember much of what happened with him, and also about John Noble. I'm enjoying this season just fine without him.

And yes, you articulated very well why I love Elementary when I'm mostly over the brilliant asshole of a white dude concept otherwise. I love both that people call Sherlock out and that he's aware of where he's lacking and tries to improve while still being true to himself and/or too stubborn to change sometimes.