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Roland Hepburn Obituary

Roland Hepburn "Skip" CHARLOTTE - Roland 'Skip' Hepburn, 73, formerly of Charlotte, NC, passed away Tuesday, December 4, 2018, in Tampa, FL following a brief illness. Skip was a police officer in NYC for 20 years, followed by a long career in corporate security at USAirways. Skip lived a full, fun life with lots of friends and family around him. We all have so many great memories of his sharp wit, sarcasm and never-ending ability to correct you on any sports fact. Skip had a passion for playing tennis and drinking scotch not necessarily at the same time. Along with his wife, Laura, (and a dozen or so girlfriends, lol); Skip is survived by his children Kelly Somple, Ronnie, Michael & Allan Hepburn. Siblings David Hepburn & Ginger Buck; Grandkids Stacy Fry, Samantha Miluski, Emily Clark, Roland Hepburn, Suzannah Owens, Mariah, Taylor & Alyssa Hepburn; Great Grandkids Izzy, Drew, Gradyn, Cason & Alexander; In Laws Mary & Jim Cisternelli, Carla Sullivan, Gina Basler, Cathy Hepburn, John Buck; and a whole gang of nieces & nephews. Skips youngest son Keith Hepburn passed away 3 years ago this month. His brother Doug Hepburn also passed several years ago. A Celebration of Skip's Life will be held on Sunday, December 16th, at the Sweet Spot Restaurant (next to Pippas) in Concord, NC from 3-7pm. Drop in when you can, and dress is very casual. The family requests you bring a Christmas card with your favorite Skip memory written inside.

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Published by Charlotte Observer on Dec. 11, 2018.

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Tom Stewart

September 9, 2023

I was remembering my old High School days in Lindenhurst when I googled Skip. I was saddened to read his obituary. He was one of the best High School Basketball players I ever had the pleasure of watching play . That 1963 team although losing the County finals to West Babylon was something special and Skip was the spark I was a student at time and all my friends and me never missed a game. Gif bless you Skip

Patricia Swartz

July 2, 2019

I just happened to be cleaning out a Rolodex from my work with USAirways. Saw Roland's name and did a search. I am so sorry for your loss. He was one of a kind.

Joe Timmons

December 29, 2018

Skip;
Although you were a fairly recent member of the Manasota 10-13, you had plenty of friends as members who remembered you fondly from the "old days," and were delighted to be reunited with you these last couple of months. You left us too soon, dear friend, and it's unfortunate that a lot of us didn't get a chance to know you better. Rest in Peace, Skip, and condolences to your family from the entire membership. Joe Timmons, Treasurer, Manasota 10-13 Club.

John White

December 12, 2018

Worked with Skip in the NYPD. He was a truly great friend and he will be sorely missed. My heartfelt condolences to his wife, family and friends.

Ms. Sowell

December 11, 2018

Skip will be missed. Please accept my sincere condolences.

December 11, 2018

No matter how much life a person had the privilege of living, the death of that loved one is never an easy thing to cope with. I am so sorry for your loss. I pray that you find comfort in knowing that our Father in heaven is mourning with you for He too has lost a child in death.

December 11, 2018

Offering my condolences to the loved ones. "May mercy and peace and love be increased to you."- Jude 2

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