Hermenegildo "Pops" Espino
Nov 9, 2024
Hermenegildo “Pops” Espino, age 66, also known as “Cheto” or “Laredo”, passed away Saturday, November 9, 2024, at the Rutherford Regional Medical Center.
He was born on Tuesday, December 31, 1957 in Colonia Hidalgo, Mexico, to the late Hermenegildo and Epifania Espino, and was a resident of Henrietta. Hermenegildo attended the Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church and was retired from the...
Bobbie Jean Dobbins Rhymer
Nov 9, 2024
Bobbie Jean Dobbins Rhymer, age 87, of Rutherford County, transitioned peacefully, late Saturday afternoon, November 9th, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, faith, and service. Born with a deep sense of purpose, she often remarked that she "believed and was told she was born SPECIAL!” and indeed, her life was a testament to that belief.
Bobbie Jean dedicated her life...
Sherry Lynn Lang Dotson
Nov 7, 2024
Sherry Lynn Lang Dotson, age 58, of Caroleen, died on Thursday, November 7, 2024 at Hilltop Health and Rehabilitation in Rutherfordton.
Sherry was born on Friday, March 25, 1966, in Caroll County, Maryland, to the late Ralph “R.C.” Burleson, and the late Rosetta Edith Lang. Sherry loved watching softball, working on word puzzles, and expressing creativity through coloring and drawing.
In addition...
Julien Dariel Figueroa Roman
Nov 6, 2024
Julien Dariel Figueroa Roman, infant son of David Figueroa and Maira Roman, was called home to be with his Heavenly Father on Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at the Rutherford Regional Medical Center.
Though he never took a step in this life, his impact is eternal. He was welcomed to heaven by his grandfather, Adolfo Roman Taboada.
In addition to his parents, he...
T.J. Byers
Nov 2, 2024
T. J. Byers, age 36, of Nashville, Tennessee formerly of Forest City, passed away Saturday, November 2, 2024 at his home in Nashville.
T.J. was born December 3, 1987 in Cleveland County. He was a graduate of East Rutherford High School, class of 2006. T.J. was an avid sports fan and followed Duke Blue Devils Basketball, the Carolina Panthers, Clemson Tigers...
Kimberly Shehan Mercado
Nov 2, 2024
Kimberly Shehan Mercado, age 60, of Forest City, passed away Saturday, November 2, 2024 at Atrium Health-Cleveland in Shelby.
Kim was born Friday, June 5, 1964 in Rutherford County to the late Rex Shehan and Alice Fay Rossman. She worked as seamstress and cloth inspector for Deb Manufacturing and Sara Lee Textiles and later for Fast Foods. Kim enjoyed drawing and...
Bertha Burgess
Nov 1, 2024
Bertha Burgess, age 87, of Caroleen, passed away Friday, November 1, 2024 while being surrounded by her loving family.
Bertha was born Wednesday, February 10, 1937 in Rutherford County to the late Benjamin Dewey Scruggs and Rose Marie Seeback Scruggs. She was a graduate of Cliffside High School, class of 1955. Bertha worked for Skyland Textiles for several years and for...
Raelynn Jolee York
Oct 31, 2024
Raelynn Jolee York, infant daughter of Clint and Jennifer York, who reside in Rutherfordton, was called home to be with her Heavenly Father on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at Mission Hospital in Asheville.
Although, Raelynn’s life was brief in this world, she has made an eternal imprint in the heart of those who loved her. She is now in the care...
Shirley McSwain
Oct 31, 2024
Shirley McSwain, age 81, of Forest City, passed away Thursday, October 31, 2024 at Prisma Health-Greenville Memorial.
Shirley was born Saturday, December 5, 1942 in Clinton, SC to the late Eula Quinton. She was a graduate of Clinton High School, class of 1961. Shirley was a dedicated homemaker and enjoyed taking care of her family. She was of the Baptist faith...
Buck Buchanan
Oct 30, 2024
Buck Buchanan, age 78, of Rutherfordton, passed away Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at his home.
Buck was born Wednesday, July 10, 1946 in Rutherford County to the late W.R. Buchanan and Georgia Jordan Buchanan. He was a graduate of Chase High School, class of 1964. Buck owned and operated Buchanan’s Building and Grading for over thirty years and Buchanan Trucking Company...