Nicholas Edward Pierce, 21, of Charlotte, NC died Wednesday September 19, 2012 at his residence. Born April 18, 1991 in Charlotte he was the son of Roland Edward Pierce, Jr. and Amy Lawing Pierce of Charlotte, NC. Nicholas previously attended Northwest School of the Arts in Charlotte, NC. He enjoyed art work and music and adored his two nephews, Colton and Hunter. Memorial services will be conducted 4:00 p.m. Sunday September 23, 2012 in the Chapel of Raymer-Kepner Funeral Home. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the funeral home. In addition to his parents, he leaves to cherish his memory his sisters, Amanda Elizabeth Pierce and Megan Christina Pierce of Charlotte; nephews, Colton and Hunter Ridenhour; maternal grandmother, Barbara Lawing, maternal grandparents, Dudley and Dianne Lawing; paternal grandparents, Roland and Betty Pierce; loving aunts, uncles and cousins. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Arts & Science Council, 227 W Trade Street Suite 250, Charlotte, NC 28202, Raymer-Kepner Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 16901 Old Statesville Road, Huntersville, NC is assisting the family. Friends may offer condolences to the family at www.raymerfh.com.