Obituaries

Mar 2, 2023

Mrs. Debra Kay Johnson, 72 years of age, passed away Thursday, March 2nd, 2023, at Atrium Health Union.

Debra Kay was born July 29th, 1950, in Monroe, North Carolina, to the late Lonnie and Doris Laney. She married Charles Johnson and together they had a beautiful family. She was employed with the Union County Public Schools for...

Mar 1, 2023

Robert "Clyde", 79 of Monroe, NC and Pasco, WA, passed away on March 1, 2023, at home in his sleep peacefully. He is predeceased by his wife, Gloria Svantonsky.

A Memorial Service will be held with Military Honors at 1:30pm on Thursday, March 16, 2023 at Holland Funeral Service. For those unable to attend, the service can...

Feb 26, 2023

Mr. Christopher Michael Victor Patterson, 36, passed away Sunday, February 26, 2023.

Funeral Services will be held at 11:00am on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at Elizabeth Missionary Baptist Church, 503 Maurice St, Monroe, NC 28112.  The Wake will be held from 6:00pm until 8:00pm on Wednesday, March 8, 2023 at Holland Funeral Service, 806 Circle Drive, Monroe,...

Feb 26, 2023

Lawrence (Larry) Blomberg (54) was a loving husband and devoted father. He passed away on February 26, 2023 after a hard fought battle with cancer.

Born in Queens, NY, the Long Island native grew up understanding the importance of giving back. The son of a first-generation Irish immigrant and 18-year fire captain, Larry also dedicated himself to...

Feb 25, 2023

John Joseph Walsh Jr passed away February 25, 2023, at Hospice of Union County. He is preceded in death by his wife, Judy Walsh and his sister Joan Showald.

He is survived by his son, John Walsh III of Monroe and his girlfriend Lora Lyons, neighbors Connie, Luis, Betty, Harry, and Marsha and David of Monroe, and...

Feb 24, 2023

Ms. Lurla Adkins, 83, passed away February 13, 2023.

There are no scheduled services at this time.

Holland Funeral Service is serving the Adkins Family.

Feb 23, 2023

Mr. James Leland Hinson, 71, passed away February 23, 2023.

There are no scheduled services at this time.

Holland Funeral Service is serving the Hinson Family.

Feb 23, 2023

John A. Ashcraft III, 26, passed away February 23, 2023. John was born in Monroe, NC on June 17, 1996 to John Ashcraft Jr. and Jan H. Ashcraft.

I have commanded you, Be strong and courageous! Don't tremble or be terrified, because the Lord your God is with you wherever you go. Joshua 1:9

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Feb 20, 2023

James (Jim) Francis Huben, 59, of Matthews, North Carolina, passed away on Monday, February 20, 2023 from a heart attack. He was born in New Brunswick, New Jersey to Robert and Margaret Huben. Jim graduated from Rider University with a Bachelor of Science in Commerce and spent most of his career as an IT Project Manager at AT&T, United...

Feb 18, 2023

Mr. Solon Forrest Cotton, age 78, of Monroe, NC, passed away on Saturday, February 18th, 2023. He was born on March 23rd, 1944, in Burlington, NC, to Rev. Worth and Alice Cotton and was one of 5 children.

He married Anita Smith on Dec. 4th, 1966, and served in the U.S. Navy from 1967-1971. He and Anita...

Feb 18, 2023

Noelle Rebecca Yantz, 42 years, of Waxhaw, NC, passed away on February 18, 2023. She was born in Bristol, TN, on December 12, 1980 to Carol Chandler (Merges). Noelle had a gentle and kind soul who loved her family above all else.

Noelle was a 2008 MBA graduate of the University of Richmond, Robins School of Business....

Feb 18, 2023

Mr. Durbal Torres, 78, of Waxhaw, passed away February 18, 2023.

Holland Funeral Service is serving the family.

Feb 17, 2023

Maria "Masha" Meliakina was known for her compassionate and loving heart. A beautiful, caring, bright young lady who lived life to the fullest. She was born in Fairfax, VA on October 13, 1993. Raised by Arnold and Galina Meliakina, she was a graduate of Marvin Ridge High School and the esteemed Paul Mitchell Hair and Beauty School.

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Feb 17, 2023

We lost Donald Lee Kerr to heaven on February 17, 2023. He passed just a mere 24 hours after accepting Jesus Christ into his life. Donald was 59 years old. His parents were Russell Sr. and Gloria, who both predeceased him. Donald is survived by his son Matthew, his two brothers, Russell Jr. and Kenneth, and several aunts, uncles,...

Feb 16, 2023

Michael Wilson Roscoe, 42, of Waxhaw, NC, went home to be with the Lord on February 16, 2023. He was born on October 25, 1980 in Charlotte, NC.

Michael was preceded in death by his father, Luther Wilson Roscoe; grandfather, Calvin Hall Pettus; grandmother, Mary Chandler Pettus; grandfather, Julian Roscoe; and niece, Zimaya Reign Thompson. He will...

Feb 15, 2023

Mr. William Randolph Boulware "Randy", age 66, of Monroe, NC, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, February 15, 2023.

Randy was born November 6, 1956, in Charlotte, NC, a son of the late William Ross Boulware and Edith Lavaughn Presson Boulware.

Left to cherish Randy's memory are his sisters, Marsha...

Feb 14, 2023

Mr. Thomas Charles Beasley, 84, of Monroe, NC, passed away February 14, 2023. Tom was born September 03, 1938, in Scotland, to the late Edward and Catherine Beasley. He is survived by his loving wife, Kathie Beasley.

Holland Funeral Service is serving the Beasley family.

Feb 14, 2023

Abe Martin Brewton had his time to be born July 29, 1958, in Reidsville, Tattnall County, Georgia, the Mr. Abe and Mrs. Elvira Sanders Brewton.

Abe is preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Jake Betterson; and two sisters, Gwen Smith and Mildred Haley.

Abe's time to learn came first from his parents' home...

Feb 13, 2023

Kevin Graeme Leslie Williams, 60, of Indian Trail, North Carolina, passed away February 13, 2023.

Kevin was born on September 7, 1962, in Liverpool, England, to Alan and Angela Williams. In August of 1967, the family emigrated from England to Midland, Michigan, where Kevin grew up. He went on to attend Michigan State University, receiving a degree...

Feb 13, 2023

Mr. Timothy Todd McCune, 59, of Monroe, passed away February 13, 2023.

Holland Funeral Service is serving the McCune family.