Obituaries

Mr. Sidney Robert Allen

Mr. Sidney Robert Allen

Mar 4, 2022

A full obituary will be posted shortly. Holland Funeral Service & Crematory is serving the family.

Mr. Roland Scott Thomas

Mr. Roland Scott Thomas

Feb 27, 2022

A full obituary will be posted shortly. Holland Funeral Service & Crematory is serving the family.

John Neil Mullis

John Neil Mullis

Feb 27, 2022

John Neil Mullis born August 30, 1941, and closed the circle of life on February 27, 2022, in his home, surrounded by family, his two adoring dogs and love. He preceded in death by Father (Kirby), Mother (Edith), and Sister (Myrna) Waiting to reunite with him in heaven are his wife: Sara Mullis, Brother: Darrell Mullis (Linda), Sister: Janice Beasley...

Julia Witmore

Julia Witmore

Feb 25, 2022

Julia Witmore, 58, passed away February 25, 2022. She was born June 20, 1963 to James B. Witmore and Geneva Tyson Witmore. She is preceded in passing by her brothers, Tony Witmore and Jesse Witmore; and sisters, Doris Witmore and Brenda Grant. Funeral Services will be held from the graveside at 2:00pm on Wednesday, March 2, 2022 at Faulks Baptist...

Ms. Carolyn Ruth James

Ms. Carolyn Ruth James

Feb 24, 2022

Carolyn Ruth (Hrubo) James passed away February 24, 2022, in Charlotte, NC. She was born on February 26, 1950, in Charlotte and raised in Garfield Heights, Ohio where she graduated from high school, class of 1968. She earned her associate degree from Endicott College in Beverly, MA in interior design and had a successful career in marketing and sales. She...

Mr. Lawrence  Tyler Kennedy

Mr. Lawrence Tyler Kennedy

Feb 18, 2022

Lawrence Tyler Kennedy, 74 years of age, was born December 26, 1947, to the late James Anton Kennedy and Mimie Small Kennedy in Kinston, NC. Lawrence, a loving and respected husband, father, and grandfather met his Savior face to face on Friday, February 18, 2022. Funeral services will be held at 2:00pm on Saturday, February 26, 2022, at Holland Funeral...

Mr. David Wayne  Brooks

Mr. David Wayne Brooks

Feb 18, 2022

David W. Brooks, 56, passed away unexpectedly on February 18th, 2022 at his Monroe, NC home. Funeral services will be held at 2:00pm, on Tuesday, March 1, 2022 at Holland Funeral Service, 806 Circle Drive, Monroe, NC 28112. Mr. Brooks will be laid to rest at Lakeland Memorial Park Cemetery following the funeral service. He is survived by his wife,...

Mr. William Mark Fowler

Mr. William Mark Fowler

Feb 17, 2022

William Mark Fowler, 60, passed away February 17, 2022. Mark was born on October 3, 1961 to William Hoyte Fowler and Peggy O'Neil Fowler. Mark married Carmen Jenny Benton on July 20, 1980 and had three children. Mark was a first responder in his former days and also a farmer, later on in life he was a proud owner to...

Mr. Joseph  Mcswain Price

Mr. Joseph Mcswain Price

Feb 16, 2022

Joseph McSwain Price, 31, passed away Wednesday, February 16, 2022. He was born December 21, 1990, to Fred Price and Cindy Davis. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 1:00pm on Saturday, February 26, 2022 at Pleasant Grove Campground in Mineral Springs, NC. He is survived by his father, Fred (Jessica) Price; mother, Cindy (Michael) Davis; daughter, Kinley...

Carter Amir Thomas

Carter Amir Thomas

Feb 14, 2022

All Service Arrangements Are Private. A full obituary will be published shortly. Holland Funeral Service is serving the Thomas Family.

Ms. Deborah Sue Ware

Ms. Deborah Sue Ware

Feb 12, 2022

Ms. Deborah Sue Ware, 63, passed away Saturday, February 12, 2022. Visitation will be held from 10:00am until 12:45pm on Saturday, February 19, 2022 at Holland Funeral Service. The service for Ms. Ware will be held at 1:00pm on Saturday, February 19, 2022 at Holland Funeral Service following the visitation. A full obituary will be published shortly. Holland Funeral Service...

Ms. Ashley  Kristen Goad (Drinnon)

Ms. Ashley Kristen Goad (Drinnon)

Feb 11, 2022

Raleigh, North Carolina - ASHLEY KRISTIN GOAD (Drinnon) God blessed us with the birth of Ashley on June 19, 1974 at Rex Hospital in Raleigh, NC. Her life was heartbreakingly cut short, a result of being murdered in her home located in Union County, NC. Ashley is survived by her mother Sally Jackson Goad Gryder. She was pre-deceased by her...

Mrs. Tula Vanderlip Helms

Mrs. Tula Vanderlip Helms

Feb 9, 2022

Tula was born on February 12, 1945 in Union County, N.C. She was greeted at Heavens Gates by her father, James Howard Vanderlip, her mother Lucille B. Vanderlip, her sister, Robin V. Herring and her grandparents, Robert and Vergie Benton. Tula leaves behind to cherish her memories, her husband, Thurman Helms; her son, Tim Helms, wife Rena & step-grandson, Junior;...

Mr. Kevin Lee  Delp

Mr. Kevin Lee Delp

Feb 8, 2022

Kevin "Stump" Lee Delp, 48, passed away February 8, 2022. He was born October 22, 1973 to Carolyn Floyd Delp and the late James Rex Delp. A Celebration of Life Service and Viewing will be held from 4:00pm until 7:00pm on Saturday, February 12, 2022 at Holland Funeral Service, 806 Circle Drive, Monroe, NC 28112. In addition to his mother,...

Cris Sammy Cortez

Cris Sammy Cortez

Feb 8, 2022

Cris Sammy Cortez Cortez was a loving son, brother, cousin, and friend. He suddenly left this world on February 8th, 2022 at age 19. Cris was born on July 11, 2002 in Monroe, NC, son of Samuel Cortez and Guillermina Cortez. Survivors include his loving mother Guillermina; his father Samuel; his brother Crisitian; his sister Kelasley. In addition, an extended...

Mr. Wayne Helms

Mr. Wayne Helms

Feb 8, 2022

Timothy "Wayne" Helms, 37, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, February 8, 2022. He was born October 12, 1984, to Charles Wayne Helms Jr. and Melissa "Missy" Morris Smith. Wayne is preceded in passing by his grandfather, Charles Wayne Helms Sr. Service information will be published shortly. In addition to his parents, Wayne is survived by...

Mr. Roger  Dale Hannah

Mr. Roger Dale Hannah

Feb 7, 2022

Mr. Roger Dale Hannah, 56, passed away February 7, 2022. Roger was born on April 23, 1965 in Union County, NC to the late Herman and Ruby Hannah. A visitation will be held from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Wednesday, February 9, 2022, at Holland Funeral Service. Those left to cherish his memory are his sister, Lisa Malloy (Raymond); brothers,...

Mr. Wattie  Douglas Phifer

Mr. Wattie Douglas Phifer

Feb 6, 2022

Sunday February 6, 2022, W.D. Phifer was welcomed into eternity with Jesus. Born June 24, 1943 to the late Robert Lee Phifer and Nora Mildred Mills Phifer of Wingate, NC. Just losing his precious wife only 11 short days ago, W.D is proceeded in death by his soul mate Kathy Phifer. Also proceeded in death is his daughter in law,...

Patricia Rutledge

Patricia Rutledge

Feb 3, 2022

Full obituary will be published shortly. Holland Funeral Service is serving the Rutledge Family.

Mr. James "Jimmy" Edward Griffin

Mr. James "Jimmy" Edward Griffin

Feb 3, 2022

James "Jimmy" Edward Griffin, 70, went home to the open arms of his Lord and Savior on February 3, 2022. He was born October 12, 1951 to the late James Vance Griffin and Annie Ruth Griffin. The family will gather privately at a later date. Jimmy is survived by his loving wife of 7 years, Carolyn Pressley; children, Brian Griffin...