Savani Lael Wright
Aug 3, 2026
Savani Lael Wright, infant daughter of Tyliyah Twitty and Sean Wright, went home to be with her Heavenly Father on Monday, August 3, 2026 at Mission Hospital in Asheville, NC.
She was born Saturday, August 1, 2026 in Asheville.
Even though her time in this world was brief, she left an eternal impression on the hearts of all who knew her. She...
Vera Martin Pace
Aug 3, 2026
Vera Martin Pace, age 95, of Forest City, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, August 3, 2026 at her home.
Born in Chesnee, SC on Sunday, January 25, 1931, she was the daughter of the late Virgle Martin and Ophelia Phillips Martin and the widow of Perry Pace. Vera was a graduate of Chesnee High School, class of...
Frank Turner
Aug 1, 2026
Frank Turner, age 88, of Forest City, went to his heavenly reward on Saturday, August 1, 2026 at his home.
Frank was born Sunday, July 3, 1938 in Rutherford County to the late Darvin Turner and Estelle Sisk Turner. He worked in home construction as a master carpenter and brick mason most of his life. Frank was a longtime and faithful...
Shirley Stanley Honeycutt
Jul 28, 2026
Shirley Stanley Honeycutt, age 90, of Forest City, passed away Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at Hospice of the Carolina Foothills.
Shirley was born Sunday, September 1, 1935 in Spartanburg County, SC to the late Lacy Stanley and Essie Blackwell Stanley. She worked for Stonecutter and John H. Montgomery Mills for several years and later retired from Michelin Tire Manufacturing. Shirley was...
Bruce Wayne Givens, Sr.
Jul 26, 2026
Bruce Wayne Givens, Sr., age 65, of Forest City, passed away Sunday, July 26, 2026 at his home.
Bruce was born Thursday, October 6, 1960 in Rutherford County to the late Bobby Lee Givens and Ruby Atchley Givens. Bruce worked for Reeves Brothers for over twenty years. He was an avid fan of the Atlanta Braves and enjoyed watching the Andy...
Elizabeth "Anne" Frazier
Jul 26, 2026
Elizabeth “Anne” Frazier, age 77, of Mooresboro, passed away Sunday, July 26, 2026 at her home.
Anne was born Tuesday, April 12, 1949 in Cleveland County to the late Dewy Curtis and Donnis Davis Curtis. She worked for over twenty years in the lunchroom at Chase Middle School. Anne was a longtime member of Drury Dobbins Baptist Church and enjoyed playing...
Judy Toney Cole
Jul 25, 2026
Judy Toney Cole, age 78, of Rutherfordton, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, July 25, 2026 at her home surrounded by her loving family.
Judy was born Wednesday, October 29, 1947 in Rutherford County to the late Horace Jefferson Toney and Mattie Gettys Toney. She was a graduate of East Rutherford High School, class of 1966...
Kathy Dianne Greene Chyz
Jul 22, 2026
Kathy Dianne Greene Chyz, age 74, of Forest City, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, July 22, 2026 at her home.
Kathy faced ill health for many years, a journey she navigated with remarkable faith, strength and grace. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family. She especially loved her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was...
Martha Jo Bailey
Jul 22, 2026
Martha Jo Bailey, age 77, of Forest City, passed away Wednesday, July 22, 2026 at VIA Wendover Hospice in Shelby.
Martha was born on Monday, March 28, 1949 in Rutherford County to the late Griffin and Carolyn Earley. She was an avid Softball player for the Spindale Police Club and later was an umpire. Martha enjoyed growing roses in her flower...
Jack H. Conner
Jul 20, 2026
Jack H. Conner, age 77, of Caroleen, passed away Monday, July 20, 2026 at his home.
Jack was born Wednesday, September 1, 1948 in Rutherford County to the late Pink Conner and Irene Sisk Conner. He served honorably during the Vietnam War in the U.S Army. Jack earned a bachelor’s degree for Appalachian State University. He worked as a manager/supervisor for...