Obituaries

Mr. Jorge Farinas Arrieta

May 23, 2024

There are no services at this time.

Holland Funeral Service is serving the Farinas Arrieta family.

Ms. Dorothy White Gaither

May 22, 2024

Dorothy Louise White Gaither was born, Dorothy Louise White, December 15, 1929 to Cleve and Nettie White in Union County, NC. She gave her life to Christ at an early age and was a member of Antioch Baptist Church in Monroe, NC and began her long life of service. She married W.C. Gaither in 1949 and they had two...

Dr. John Vincent Cattie

May 20, 2024

Dr. John Vincent Cattie, 75, of Monroe NC, passed away on Monday, May 20, 2024. He was born January 3, 1949, to the late Vincent and Helen Cattie, he is also preceded in death by his sister, Marilyn Wilkinson, brother, Paul Cattie and beloved yellow lab, Banx.

Dr. Cattie dedicated his life to serving his community for...

Ms. Nelda Haigler Rushing

May 14, 2024

Ms. Nelda Haigler Rushing, 67, passed away on Tuesday May 14, 2024. She was born May 18, 1956, to the late Joseph and Bertha Haigler. She is a loving and caring parent that will be missed immensely.

She is survived by her two sons, Raymond Williamson Rushing III "Petey" and Joseph Ryan Rushing (Amanda). Grandchildren Kylan, Caleb,...

Mrs. Janice Maddox Evans

May 12, 2024

Janice Maddox Evans, 85, went to be with the lord on May 12, 2024. She was born on October 6, 1938, to Luther Orborn and Lillie Belle Maddox. She graduated valedictorian 1956 from Greenwood High School and with top honors from Sanford Business College.

While she was an excellent homemaker in her early years, the latter years...

Mr. Russell “Rusty” Neal Drake

May 9, 2024

Rusty Neal Drake, 63, went home to be with his Heavenly Father on Thursday (May 9th, 2024) in Union County. Rusty was born on April 3rd, 1961 in Union county to the late Joe Neal Drake, and the late Colon Kiker Wofford. Rusty was a former poultry farmer and currently employed by the NC Department Of Transportation. He was...

Mr. Michael Neosel Nelson

May 9, 2024

Mr. Robert Neosel Nelson, 76, of Charlotte, passed away Thursday, May 9, 2024.

A celebration of life gathering will be held Sunday, May 19, 2024 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at St. Mary's Chapel 1129 E 3rd St A, Charlotte, NC 28204.

Holland Funeral Service and Crematory is caring for the Nelson family.

Mr. Christopher "Chris" Kupec

May 8, 2024

Christopher "Chris" Kupec, a highly esteemed financial services attorney and former collegiate athlete, passed away on Wednesday morning, May 8, 2024. He was a loving father, devoted husband, adoring grandfather, and cherished member of his community.

Chris is survived by his son Will, daughter Catherine, daughter-in-law Kim, granddaughter Lexi, and Patty Kupec. He is also remembered fondly...

Mrs. Carolyn Annette Sistar

May 6, 2024

Mrs. Carolyn Annette Sistar, 56, passed away May 6, 2024. She was born in Monroe, North Carolina on March 18, 1968 to the late Charles David Tarlton and Lillian Linker Tarlton.

Funeral Services will be held at 2:00pm on Thursday, May 9, 2024 at Freedom Baptist Church, 5964 NC-218, Peachland, NC 28133. Mrs. Sistar will be laid...

Mr. Mark David "Buddy" Rogers Jr.

May 4, 2024

Mark David "Buddy" Rogers Jr, 27, was reunited with his sister, Chelsea, and countless other loved ones, on May 4th, 2024. He was born in Matthews North Carolina December 31, 1996 and grew up in Monroe.

Buddy loved his son, Dexter, with his entire heart. He enjoyed trips to the beach, skateboarding, video games, and hanging out...

Ms. Betty Janet Greene

May 3, 2024

Betty Jane Greene went to her forever home Friday morning, May 3, 2024. She was born on January 17, 1946, to the late Clegg and Agnes Griffin. Janet was preceded in death by her husband, Jimmy Greene, Dink Griffin, and Brenda Gordon

Janet is survived by her three children, daughter, Tammy Knight (Ken), son, Jaime Greene, and...

Mr. Gary Lee Morrison

May 3, 2024

Gary Lee Morrison, 72, passed away on May 3, 2024, after a year-long battle with brain cancer with his loving family by his side.

Gary was born October 8, 1951 to Jean and Lois (Peterson) Morrison of Lisbon, IL. He graduated from Newark High School in 1969, Illinois State University (B.S.), and Northern Illinois University (M.S.).

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Mrs. Brenda Cheryl Roberts

May 1, 2024

Brenda Sloan Roberts, April 22, 1951 – May 1, 2024

Brenda Cheryl (Sloan) Roberts, a loving wife and mother, passed on to her Heavenly Father on May 1, 2024. She had suffered for several years from COPD and other medical problems and pains. She died peacefully in the Critical Care Unit at the Atrium Health...

Mr. Willie Lee Watts

Apr 27, 2024

Willie Lee Watts (88), born on April 9, 1936, of Monroe, NC passed away Saturday, April 27, 2024. He was the oldest son of the late Johnny and Mae Rollins Watts formally of Pageland, SC.

He retired after 30 plus years at Springs Mill. He loved fishing, gardening, taking care of dogs, ponies, goats, and chickens.

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Mr. Derek Sean O'Bryan

Apr 22, 2024

In Loving Memory

Derek Sean O'Bryan

December 14, 1964 - April 22, 2024

Derek, age 59, of Monroe, NC passed away at CMC Main in Charlotte, NC on April 22, 2024 after fighting a long battle from the effects of a massive heart attack.

Born on December 14, 1964 in Epstein,...

Mr. Charles Fitzhugh Holman

Apr 20, 2024

Charles Fitzhugh Holman of Indian Trail NC passed away April 20, 2024. He was three days from his 82nd birthday. Charles was born on April 23, 1942, in Ft. Benning, GA to Fitzhugh Lee Holman and Faye Caudle Holman.

His family moved to Polkton, NC where Charles graduated from Anson High school in 1961. After continuing his...

Mr. Lewis Craig Collins

Apr 20, 2024

Mr. Lewis Craig Collins, 67, of Waxhaw, NC, passed away Saturday, April 20, 2024.

A full obituary will be published shortly.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Union County, 700 West Roosevelt Blvd. Monroe, NC 28110

Holland Funeral Service and Crematory is caring for the Collins family.

Mr. Harold Carlton Simpson

Apr 15, 2024

Mr. Harold Carlton Simpson, 79, formerly of Weddington, passed away Monday, April 15, 2024. He was born January 2, 1945, to the late Joel Emmett and Eva Morris Simpson

He is preceded in death by a daughter, Carol (Chris) Kiker, brothers Bill Simpson, Johnny (Tom) Simpson, sisters Nancy New and Peggy Benton.

A celebration of...

Ms. Stephanie Marie Kirkley

Apr 15, 2024

It is with great sadness that Catherine Lisenby Hinson and Donald (Ernie) Hinson announce the passing of their daughter, Stephanie Hinson Kirkley, in Monroe, NC, on April 15, 2024, after a long battle with brain and spinal cancer. Stephanie was born in Lancaster, SC, on November 2, 1966.

Her family grieves at her leaving and will miss...

Mr. Amador Romero Gomez

Apr 13, 2024

Visitation will be held Friday April 26, 2024 at  4:00pm to 9:00pm at Holland Funeral Services.

Funeral Services will be held Saturday April 27, 2024 at 12:00pm at Sacred Heart Catholic Church 205 S Rutherford St, Wadesboro, NC 28170. Mr. Romero - Gomez will be laid to rest at Wingate Cemetery immediately following the service.

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