Hollis L. "Pat" Hance, Jr.

October 22, 2022

Hollis L. “Pat” Hance, Jr. left to be with his Loving Savior, Jesus Christ, on October 22, 2022. Celebration of Life Service is October 28, 2022 at 11:00 AM at First Baptist Charlotte Church, 301 S Davidson St., Charlotte, NC 28202.

Pat was born in Lancaster, SC on July 11, 1929. He was the loving husband of wife, Betty Melton Hance who predeceased him. He is survived by his daughter, Mary Beth Hance Merrell (Randy† - deceased) and his son, David Alan Hance (Barbara); grandchildren, Jennifer Hance McDowell (Robert) of Charlotte, NC, Justin Merrell (Tesha) of Newport, NC, Michael Hance (Lindsay) of Greensboro, NC, and Elizabeth Hance of Charlotte, NC; great-grandchildren, Makayla, Grayson, and Caleb Hance, Mia Jo Merrell, and Caroline McDowell as well as loving nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Pat graduated from Clemson University in 1950 and went on to serve his country during the Korean War as a First Lieutenant in the US Air Force.  He was employed as a Structural Engineer at Southern Engineering Co. for forty years and retired as President of the company.

Pat was a member of First Baptist Charlotte for over 50 years. He served as a Deacon, Honorary Deacon, and an active member of the sanctuary choir as well as the senior choir, Joyful Sounds. He and Betty were co-directors of the Singles Department and the Young Married Department.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be sent to First Baptist Charlotte, PO Box 31406, Charlotte, NC 28231.

Arrangements are in the care of Kenneth W. Poe Funeral & Cremation Service, 1321 Berkeley Ave., Charlotte, NC; 28204 (704) 641-7606. Online condolences can be shared at www.kennethpoeservices.com.

 

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  • Tom Crow

    I'm thankful for close friendship of 16 years with Pat & Betty while served as Executive Pastor of FBCC. Pat was a true friend to serve alongside. He loved his family, his church, the nation and Jesus Christ. I'll be forever thankful for Pat. And I'm thankful for his military service, another example of what a great man me was helping others. God bless the Hance family in your loss.

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  • Norma& Jimmy Jones

    Our sympathy in your loss of Pat. His life was one of commitment and service to Christ. Quiet, talented, dependable, loving are all qualities he showed at First Baptist.
    He and Betty were great examples of a Christian couple. Our prayers that fond memories will flood your mind and bring comfort.

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  • Roger Agnew

    Hance family. Pat was a great model for me as a deacon. He was a fine man. It was my honor to know him.
    I’m sorry I have another commitment at the same time as your service.
    May God bless you and provide peace and comfort.

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