Obituary Listing
Martha Faye Panther, 84
Nov 14, 2026
Martha Faye Panther, 84, of Golden Valley, died Saturday, November 14, 2026.
Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by Washburn & Dorsey Funeral and Cremation Service.
Robert Falls, 76
Nov 12, 2026
On Thursday, November 12, 2026 Robert Falls, 76, of Ellenboro was called home to meet his Savior after many years of declining health.
Born September 4, 1950 he was raised in Shelby. He was preceded in death by his mother Jane Cooke Falls and stepfather William Russell Falls; and a niece, Jennifer Robinson. Robert was a graduate of Shelby High School...
Barbara Ann Lancaster, 92
Nov 12, 2026
Barbara Ann Lancaster, 92, of Spindale, died on Thursday, November 12, 2026, she went peacefully in her sleep.
She was raised in New York City with her twin brother Peter, who preceded her in death. Barbara was an avid reader and retired many years ago from Burger King.
She is survived by her children, Allen Lancaster and his wife Connie of Spindale,...
Pauline Gurley McCurry, 97
Nov 1, 2026
Mrs. Pauline Gurley McCurry, 97, of Golden Valley, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, November 1st at The Laurels of Green Tree Ridge in Asheville.
A native of Rutherford County, she was the daughter of the late James Abram and Mamie Melton Gurley. She was a member of Fairview Baptist Church and retired from Shadowline, Inc.
In addition to her...
Glenn Hardin, 89
Oct 29, 2026
Glenn Hardin, 89, of Ellenboro, died Thursday, October 29, 2026.
He was the son of the late Garland and Gladys Hardin. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a grandson, Gavin Huskey; his sisters, Hazel May, Margaret Weaver, and Mildren Givens; and his brother, Charles Hardin.
Glenn is survived by his wife, Delores "Dee" Hardin; his sons, Glenn...
Martha Beheler Swink, 93
Oct 27, 2026
Martha “Mott” Beheler Swink, 93
She was born on July 27, 1933 and died October 27, 2026.
She was the daughter of the late Marvin & Ellen Beheler. She is also preceded in death by her loving husband Cecil Carroll Swink and daughter Cynthia Myra Swink. She was born and raised in Bostic, NC for all of her 93 years. She faithfully...
Brad Gevedon, 55
Oct 26, 2026
Brad Gevedon, 55, of the Sunnyview Community, died Monday, October 26, 2026.
He was the son of Marcia Gevedon and the late David Gevedon. In addition to his father, he preceded in death by a son, Jacob Ryan Gevedon.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his daughter, Allyson Paige Smith and her husband Griffin; his son Peyton Gevedon and...
Joyce Grimm, 76
Oct 19, 2026
Joyce Amelia Grimm, 76, of Spindale, died Monday, October 19, 2026.
She was the daughter of the late Ray Cole and Robert and Lela Helms. She was also preceded in death by her husband John Grimm. Joyce was born in Roebuck, South Carolina and had lived in Kentucky for many years before moving to Spindale.
She is survived by her daughters, Darlene...
Larry Pope, 73
Oct 14, 2026
Larry Pope, 73, of Bostic, died Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
He was the son of the late Lee A. Pope and Ruth Waters Pope. Larry was a faithful member of Sandy Level Baptist Church where he had served as deacon and cemetery caretaker. He worked for Duke Energy for over 30 years, and loved his association with the NRA.
He is survived...
Paul Mann, 82
Oct 12, 2026
Paul Douglas Mann, 82, of Bostic, died Monday, October 12, 2026.
He was the son of the late Hobart and Zona Ellison Mann. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a stepdaughter, Christy Beheler Lowrance; a stepson, Travis Beheler; a sister, Doris Mann Lowery; and three brothers, J.B. Mann, Jack Mann, and James Mann. Paul served in...
Steven Fincannon, 62
Oct 6, 2026
Steven Fincannon, 62, of Forest City, died Tuesday, October 6, 2026.
He was the son of Mary Queen Young of Bostic, and the late Jack Dupree Fincannon. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by a brother, David Fincannon; and a sister, Sharon Richardson.
He is survived by his daughter, Jennifer Price of Forest City; his mother Mary Young...
James Bridges, 87
Sep 25, 2026
James Bridges, 87, of Ellenboro, died Friday, September 25, 2026.
He was the son of the late Clain and Luna Padgett Bridges. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Morris Bridges, Jerry Bridges, and Sam Bridges. He was a longtime member of Walls Baptist Church, where he had served as a Deacon. James was a...
John Lennox Haney, 78
Sep 23, 2026
John Lennox Haney, 78, of Taylors, SC, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, September 23, 2026 with his loving wife by his side.
John was a dedicated husband, father and grandfather. Through his life he was known for his kindness, generosity and his love for family and friends.
He served in the Navy during the Vietnam War and was airborne...
William Robert Greene, 62
Sep 23, 2026
William Robert Greene, 62, of Golden Valley, died Wednesday, September 23, 2026.
He was the son of Martha Faye Panther of Golden Valley, and the late Charles Lewis Greene. He had worked at IMC in Shelby and Mastercraft for many years.
He is survived by his wife, Tammy Greene; his daughter, Brittany Locklair and her husband Jeremy of Ellenboro; his sons, Robert...
Sammy Gettys, 73
Sep 16, 2026
Sammy Gettys, 72, of Bostic, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 16, 2026.
Sammy was the eldest son of the late John and Shirley Ross Gettys of Bostic. He will be most affectionately remembered for his adventurous spirit, sense of humor, and dependability. Sammy worked as a truck driver for many years, combining his love of driving with his lifelong passion...
Devone McFarland, 82
Sep 9, 2026
Devone McFarland, 82, of Duncan's Creek Community, died Wednesday, September 9, 2026.
He was the son of the late Roy and Ruby McFarland. in addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Troy McFarland; his brother-in-law Lloyd Greene; and a son-in-law, Shawn Charles. Devone was a lifetime member of Duncan's Creek Presbyterian Church, where he was longtime...
Johanna Ruppe, 81
Sep 3, 2026
Johanna Lillian Ruppe, 81, of Spindale, passed away Thursday, September 3, 2026 at Upstate Community Hospice House in Landrum, SC after a long illness.
Johanna was the daughter of the late Garland and Guynell Greene Ruppe. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Brenda Ruppe; and her aunt Alice Fortune.
Left to cherish her memory are...
Patsy Jane Wright, 87
Aug 23, 2026
Patsy Jane Wright, 87, of Rutherfordton, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, August 23, 2026.
Patsy graduated from Cool Springs High School, and had retired from Rutherford Hospital as a phlebotomist, she had also worked as a beautician until 2023. She attended West Point Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Melvin...
Hazel Lowery, 91
Aug 18, 2026
Hazel Sue Gallion Lowery, 91, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, August 18, 2026.
She was born in McDowell County, the daughter of the late Benjamin Thomas Gallion and Carrie Mae Arrowood Gallion. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 48 years, Garland Briscoe "Whitey" Lowery, Sr; a son, Douglas Wayne Lowery; a daughter, Pamela Darlene...
Janie Smith Burleson, 61
Aug 15, 2026
Janie Smith Burleson, 61, of Golden Valley, passed away on Saturday, August 15, 2026 at Testa Family Hospice House in Kings Mountain, NC.
A native of Rutherford County, Janie was born on October 19, 1964. She enjoyed family gatherings, visiting with friends, attending church, going to the beach, and spending time with her great-niece, Julieanna. Janie was a familiar face at...
