Obituaries

Benjamin Miranda Gomez

Benjamin Miranda Gomez

Jun 10, 2023

Benjamin Miranda Gomez, age 3, passed away June 10, 2023.

A Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00am, on Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 725 Deese St, Monroe, NC 28112. Benjamin will be laid to rest at the Suncrest Cemetery in Monroe, NC immediately following the service. Visitation will be held...

Mr. J.C. Davis Iii

Mr. J.C. Davis Iii

Jun 10, 2023

J.C. Davis III, 68 years old, passed away at his home on Saturday, June 10, 2023.

He is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Debra Davis; son, Clint Davis; and grandson, Cole Davis.

In lieu of a formal service, Debbie will receive family and friends at A Cause for Tea, 418 E Franklin...

Sarah  Elizabeth Short

Sarah Elizabeth Short

Jun 10, 2023

Service arrangements are incomplete and will be announced shortly.

Holland Funeral Service & Crematory is serving the family.

Charles  Ray Biggers

Charles Ray Biggers

Jun 9, 2023

Charles Ray Biggers, 53, passed away June 9, 2023. Charles Ray was born in Monroe, NC on December 12, 1969 to the late Charles Henry Biggers Jr. and Jenny Biggers. He loved big with his heart and was always quick to show a smile or crack a joke. He enjoyed cook outs and spending time at the lake with...

Michael  David Hayes

Michael David Hayes

Jun 9, 2023

It is with great sadness that the family of Michael David Hayes announce his passing on June 9, 2023.

Michael was a Union County native, born and raised. He was best known as Mike, Uncle Mikey, Butch or Miquel. He had a huge heart and touched many others. He loved sports and no one best interrupt when...

Mr. Ronald Reid Helms

Mr. Ronald Reid Helms

Jun 7, 2023

Ronald Reid Helms, 65, passed away June 7, 2023. He was born January 5, 1958, to Eleanor Roach Helms and the late John Reid Helms. Ronald was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. Above all else, he loved his family. He married the love of his life, Catherine, and the two shared a wonderful family for over...

Mr. Bradley Frank Smith

Mr. Bradley Frank Smith

Jun 6, 2023

Bradley Frank Smith, lovingly known as Brad, passed away on June 6, 2023, leaving behind cherished memories in the hearts of his family and friends. Born on June 18, 1965, in Monroe, North Carolina, Brad was the beloved son of Billy Frank Smith and Dorothy Perkins Smith, who preceded him in death.

Cynthia Basinger Smith, Brad's wife,...

Mr. Russell Brent Rogers

Mr. Russell Brent Rogers

Jun 5, 2023

Mr. Russell Brent Rogers, 57, passed away June 5, 2023.

There are no services at this time.

Holland Funeral Service is serving the Rogers family.

Ms.Sarah Ulrich

Ms.Sarah Ulrich

Jun 5, 2023

Sarah Ulrich passed away June 5, 2023.

Sarah cared for her husband Tom for many years while he was sick for many years until he passed, then she cared for her mother (my grandmother) after my father passed when she needed help the most until her passing. She loved her pets Socks (cat) and the dog she'd...

Mr. David Millard Griffin

Mr. David Millard Griffin

Jun 5, 2023

Holland Funeral Service & Crematory is serving the family.

Mr. Charles "Chuck" Franklin Short

Mr. Charles "Chuck" Franklin Short

Jun 3, 2023

Mr. Charles Franklin Short "Chuck",60, passed away June 3 rd , 2023. He was born in Charlotte, NC on

September 21, 1962, to the late Wayne and Shirley Short.

There will be a graveside service held at 2:00pm on Friday, June 9, 2023, at Greenlawn Cemetery.

Chuck loved his family, friends, and his...

Ms. Claudette Kay

Ms. Claudette Kay

Jun 3, 2023

Claudette Blackwell Kay, 85, of Monroe, North Carolina went to her heavenly home on June 3, 2023. She was born in High Point, North Carolina on April 22, 1938 to the late Claude and Mildred "Louise" Parks Blackwell.

Funeral Services will be held at 1:00pm on Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at Oakland Baptist Church, 600 E Sunset...

Mr. Douglas Elwyn Brown

Mr. Douglas Elwyn Brown

Jun 3, 2023

Holland Funeral Service & Crematory is serving the family.

Ms. Anne Lorraine Crane

Ms. Anne Lorraine Crane

Jun 1, 2023

Anne Lorraine Crane, passed away peacefully at the age of 85 surrounded her family in Charlotte, NC on June 1st, 2023.

Anne loved being with family and friends celebrating life. She loved the outdoors in her younger days, fishing, hunting and was a crack shot with a rifle. Her nick name was "Annie Oakley."

She...

Ms. Sarah Jean Mink

Ms. Sarah Jean Mink

May 27, 2023

Sarah Jean Mink, 26, passed away unexpectedly on May 27, 2023, in a tragic car accident which also took the life of her son Timothy Austin. Born in Sarasota, Florida, she was the daughter of Kimberly Knoll and Richard Mink. She graduated from South Providence School in 2016.

Sarah was a devoted stay-at-home mother for the last...

Mr. Doug Griffin

Mr. Doug Griffin

May 27, 2023

On May 27, 2023, Douglas (Doug) Allen Griffin, of Monroe, was called home to be with his Father in Heaven, with his family by his side. Doug was born April 29, 1957 in Union County to N. Brack Griffin and Kathryn Moore Griffin of Monroe.

Doug spent his life surrounded by family, which was the only place...

Timothy Wyatt Austin

Timothy Wyatt Austin

May 27, 2023

Timothy Wyatt Austin (Timmy), 5, passed away unexpectedly on May 27, 2023, in a tragic car accident which also took the life of his mother Sarah Jean Mink. Born in Monroe, North Carolina, he was the son of Sarah Mink and Justin Austin.

Timothy was an energic child who loved when his mother read him books. He...

David Christopher Rayner

David Christopher Rayner

May 26, 2023

Mr. David Christopher Rayner, 60, passed away May 26, 2023.

A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00pm on Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at Holland Funeral Service, 806 Circle Drive, Monroe, NC 28112.  For those who are unable to attend the service there will be a live streaming of the service via Zoom. The Zoom information is...

Mr. Kenneth Randle Hollingsworth

Mr. Kenneth Randle Hollingsworth

May 26, 2023

Holland Funeral Service & Crematory is serving the family.

Ms. Rosa Garibaldi Betancourt

Ms. Rosa Garibaldi Betancourt

May 22, 2023

Rosa Garibaldi Betancourt, 68, passed away May 22, 2023.

Funeral Services will be held at 7:00pm on Saturday, May 27, 2023 at Holland Funeral Service, 806 Circle Drive, Monroe, NC 28112. Visitation will be held from 4:00pm until 6:45pm at the funeral home prior to the service.

Holland Funeral Service is serving the family.