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 Galey & Lord for many years and was a member of Caroleen Methodist Church. Jack’s life was centered around his family, an

Effie “Bonnie” Lowery, age 73, of Forest City, passed away Sunday, July 19, 2026 at Atrium Health-Charlotte. Bonnie was born Thursday, June 4, 1953 in Rutherford County to the late Bobby Lee Givens and Ruby Atchley Givens. She was a graduate of Ashbrook High School, class of 1971 and worked as a CNA for Carolina Community Care for several years and for the Fast Foods Plant for over thirty years. Her life’s passion was spending time with her family, especially her girls and gr

Linda Wray Morrow Vallecillo, age 81, of Forest City, passed away Saturday, July 18, 2026 at her home. Linda was born Monday, September 25, 1944 in Rutherford County to the late Elmer Morrow and Laura Warlick Morrow. She was a graduate of Cool Springs High School, class of 1962. Linda served honorably as a Personnel Specialist in the U.S. Army during Vietnam War. She was a dedicated homemaker who enjoyed arts and crafts, traveling and cooking a wide variety of delicious meals