Pauline Lunette Scott
Nov 20, 2025
Pauline was the devoted wife of George Robert Scott, and a loving mother to her two children, Amanda Shumpert and Steven Shumpert III. She was a proud grandmother to three grandchildren who were the light of her life: Payton Anderson, Jaxson Granger, and Waylon Shumpert.
Pauline will be remembered for her generous and selfless heart. She was...
Jamie Sharon Russell
Nov 5, 2025
Jamie Sharon Russell, age 48, passed away unexpectedly at her home. She was a Freight Relocation Engineer, a job she excelled in. Jamie was preceded in death by her Father Danny Berry and her Mother Joyce Cash. Leaving behind her loving sisters Leah Roper (Brian) and Lisa Sutton Martin. She had one brother, Tim Vandehey.
Leaving to...
Jaileigh Ann-Marie “Jai” Lowrance
Nov 5, 2025
Jaileigh Ann-Marie “Jai” Lowrance, 19, of Rutherfordton, North Carolina, passed away on November 5, 2025, in her hometown.
Born on September 16, 2006, in Rutherfordton, Jaileigh was a bright and spirited young woman whose presence left a lasting impression on those who knew her. A recent graduate of RS Central High School, Class of 2025, she was...
Jeff Allan Pearson
Oct 3, 2025
Jeff Allan Pearson passed away at Hospice of the Carolina Foothills on October 3, 2025.
Jeff was born on February 6, 1953, to James Vernon Pearson and Hazel “Polly” Pearson. He owned and operated his own business. He was an avid mandolin player and played bluegrass music, and he enjoyed riding his horses as well.
Those...
Rosalee Owens
Sep 28, 2025
Sarah Rosalee Owens (McMurry), 71, of Rutherfordton, NC died Sunday, September28th, 2025 at Spartanburg Regional Hospital.
She was the 8th child born out of 11 to the late Leabron and Irene W. McMurry.
Preceded in death, 3 brothers, William W. McMurry, Charles E. McMurry, Leabron S. McMurry, 1 sister Rachel A. Lookadoo and 1 son Kenny...
Sybil Cleo Short
Sep 28, 2025
Sybil Cleo Short, age 73, of Bostic, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, September 28, 2025, at the Hospice of the Carolina Foothills.
Sybil was born Saturday, May 10, 1952, to the late Theodore Vandyke and Cleo McCurry Vandyke. Sybil was a caring and loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister. She loved...
Robert "Bobby" William Smith
Sep 10, 2025
Robert “Bobby” William Smith, age 53 went home to be with his Lord and Savior Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at Mission Hospital.
Bobby was born July 31, 1972, to Sandi Silvers Butler. Bobby was preceded in death by his grandparents, Lillian Crawley Silvers of Forest City, and Robert “Bob” and Margaret Silvers of Chesnee, SC. In addition...
Jimi Lynn Harrison
Aug 29, 2025
Jimi Lynn Harrison, of Shelby, North Carolina, passed away at home. She was born in Blowing Rock, North Carolina, to James and Elizabeth Harrison.
Jimi is survived by her daughter, Tara (Jason) Mashburn, and two granddaughters. She is also survived by her brother, Branson (Wendy) Harrison, along with many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
She had a...
Marlene Kappa Davis
Aug 24, 2025
Marlene passed away peacefully in her sleep at Five Oaks Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center She is proceeded in death to join her beloved husband, Dennis. Also her parents Michael & JoAnn Kappa along with her brother Joseph Kappa, sister-in-law Sheila Kappa & Marty Kappa. Marlene leaves behind her loving children & grandchildren. Nicole (Ryan) Rendell “Blake, Maverick,...
Judy Ann Parton
Aug 5, 2025
Judith Ann Gurley Parton, age 85, of Rutherfordton, NC, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, August 5th, 2025.
Born on April 10th, 1940, in Rutherford County, Judy was a lifelong resident who deeply cherished her family and her roots.
She was the widow of Charles G. Parton, and a daughter of the late Rob and...