Obituaries

Kenneth Ray Knight

Kenneth Ray Knight

Sep 16, 2026

There are no services at this time. 

Holland Funeral Service is serving the Knight Family. 

Carmillo Cruz Miljango

Carmillo Cruz Miljango

Sep 15, 2026

Carmillo Cruz Miljango, 54, passed away on Tuesday, September 15, 2026. 

No services are scheduled at this time. 

Holland Funeral Service is serving the Milijango Family. 

Rickey Ray Oliver

Rickey Ray Oliver

Sep 14, 2026

Rickey Ray Oliver, 67, passed away September 14, 2026. He was born in Monroe, North Carolina on September 2, 1959 to Zelma Oliver and the late Billy Ray Oliver.  He will be deeply missed by all those who knew and loved him.

There are no services at this time.

Holland Funeral Service is serving the Oliver Family. 

Dean Cosgrove

Dean Cosgrove

Sep 13, 2026

Dean Cosgrove, age 52, passed away on September 13, 2026, in his home in Gastonia, North Carolina.Born in Syosset, New York, on September 26, 1973. He lived a life of experience, hard work, and devotion. He was an imaginative woodworker and enjoyed music and the beauty of nature. Dean was always honest and never afraid to tell the truth. He...

Mark Anthony Warren

Mark Anthony Warren

Sep 9, 2026

Mark Anthony Warren, 63, passed away September 9, 2026. 

Services are incomplete at this time. 

Holland Funeral Service is serving the Warren family.

John Wayne Phillips

John Wayne Phillips

Sep 9, 2026

John Wayne Phillips, 78, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 09, 2026. He was born January 6, 1948 in Union County, North Carolina, to the late J.D. Phillips and Juanita Phillips.

In addition to his parents, John is preceded in passing by his brother, David Phillips.

Mr. Phillips is survived by his sister, Dorothy Bigham.

John enjoyed fishing every chance he got and...

Shelley Dawn Newhouse

Shelley Dawn Newhouse

Sep 8, 2026

Shelley Dawn Newhouse, 66 passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 08, 2026. Born in Frankfurt Germany on May 19, 1960, to the late Chester and Mary Carter.

Shelley had the biggest heart, loved hard, and was a mother to everyone who knew her. Known as Momma Dukes to most, she carried a warmth that made people feel safe and loved. She...

John Frankie Dabbs

John Frankie Dabbs

Sep 8, 2026

John Frankie Dabbs, 91, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Claude and Clara Dabbs.

John is survived by his beloved wife of 53 years, Gertrude Elizabeth Dabbs; his son, Eugene Schott (Donna); his daughters, Renee Thomasson (Sid) and Simone Nikodem; his grandchildren, Sarah Nikodem, Ryan Nikodem, Madison...

Clara Lopez Beltran

Clara Lopez Beltran

Sep 7, 2026

Clara Lopez Beltran, 92, passed away on Monday, September 07, 2026. 

Memories of My mother, her beautiful words, and her unconditional support fill my heart. Thanks to God and to you, we are who we are. Thank you for being my mother and for fighting through this long journey. Thank you for your gentle caresses, such as feeling your hand on...

Susan Jordan

Susan Jordan

Sep 6, 2026

Susan Bothmann Jordan, 65, of Mount Croghan, South Carolina, passed away on September 6, 2026. She leaves behind a lifetime of love, laughter, and memories that will be treasured forever by the people who knew and loved her.Susan was from Sarasota, Florida, and carried with her a lifelong love of the water. She loved living in Florida and often hoped...

William Hoyte Fowler

William Hoyte Fowler

Sep 4, 2026

William Hoyte Fowler, 91, passed away on September 4, 2026.

Hoyte was born on October 11, 1934, to Andrew Fowler and Rossie Fowler. He married Peggy O’Neil Whitley on June 9, 1956, and together they had two children.

Hoyte was a local farmer in his younger years and a proud business owner of Carolina Communications in his later years. He was a...

Angel Jesus Longino Ayala

Angel Jesus Longino Ayala

Sep 2, 2026

Your tiny life left the biggest mark on our hearts. 

Though your time here was far too short, you will be loved forever and never forgotten. 

Forever in our hearts, our sweet boy.



A funeral service will be held on Saturday, September 05,2026 from 10:30am to 1:00pm at Holland Funeral Service, 806 Circle Drive Monroe, NC 28112. Angel will be laid to rest...

Amaya D Polk

Amaya D Polk

Sep 2, 2026

Amaya D. Polk, 9, passed away Wednesday September 2, 2026.

A full obituary will be posted shortly.

Services will be held on Sunday, September 13, 2026 at 2:00pm at Holland Funeral Service, 806 Circle Drive, Monroe, NC 28112. A visitation will be held at the funeral home prior to the service at 1:00pm until 1:45pm.

Holland Funeral Service is serving the Polk family.

Henry Franklin Hasty

Henry Franklin Hasty

Sep 2, 2026

Henry Franklin Hasty, 78, passed away on September 2, 2026.

There are no services at this time.

Holland Funeral Service is serving the Hasty family.

Louis Francis Starnes

Louis Francis Starnes

Aug 31, 2026

Mr. Louis Francis Starnes, 89, of Monroe, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on August 31, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born in Union County, North Carolina, on September 5, 1936, to the late Frank and Alice Starnes of Monroe.

Louis took great pride in his family and cherished the time he spent with them. He enjoyed watching NASCAR racing,...

Sandi Ghent Fields

Sandi Ghent Fields

Aug 28, 2026

Sandi Ghent Fields, 57, passed away on August 28, 2026.

Born on October 13, 1968, in Union County, North Carolina, Sandi was raised by her loving parents, William P. Ghent and Zelda Ghent. She graduated from Indian Land High School in 1986 and worked as a draftsperson, providing drafting services for government agencies, museums, and police departments.

Sandi enjoyed fishing, yard sales,...

Alice Jean Purkey

Alice Jean Purkey

Aug 26, 2026

Alice Jean Purkey, 63, passed away on Wednesday, August 26, 2026. 

No services have been scheduled at this time. 

Holland Funeral Service is serving the Purkey Family.

Debbie Ann Melton

Debbie Ann Melton

Aug 26, 2026

Debbie Ann Melton, 70, passed away on Wednesday, August 26, 2026. She was born in Anson County on May 26, 1956 to the late John David Johnson and Georgie Lee Johnson.

Her greatest joy in life was spending time with her family and making cherished memories that will last a lifetime.

In addition to her parents she is preceded in passing by...

Marie S. Autry

Marie S. Autry

Aug 25, 2026

Marie S. Autry, 86, went to her heavenly home on August 25, 2026. She was born in Smyth County, Virginia on February 24, 1940 to the late Arthur Sexton and Mamie Greer Sexton.

Funeral Services will be held at 3:00pm on Sunday, August 30, 2026 at Philadelphia Baptist Church, 5709 Philadelphia Church Rd, Marshville, NC 28103. Marie will be laid to...

Mary Ann Baucom

Mary Ann Baucom

Aug 24, 2026

Mary Ann Baucom, 95, went to her heavenly home August 24, 2026. She was born August 30, 1930 to the late Robert Sprowls and Helen Riggle Sprowls. Mary was a faithful woman who loved to sing for the Lord. She cherished every moment she was able to spend with her family; they were her pride and joy. Mary also enjoyed...