Alan Dale Greene Sr., age 60, of Ellenboro, NC, passed away at his home on August 29, 2026. He was born on August 22, 1966, to the late William "Preston" Greene and Mary "Pug" Fowler Greene. Alan served his community for many years as a member of the SDO fire service, notably serving alongside his son, Alan Jr. His personal interests also included fishing and attending local dirt track racing events. He was preceded in death by his parents, William "Preston" Greene and Mary G

Mickey Digh, age 69, of Forest City, passed away Friday, August 28, 2026 at his home. Mickey was born Tuesday, August 20, 1957 in Morganton, NC to the late Melvin Lonnie Digh, Sr. and Frances Ramsey Digh Hardin. He was a graduate of Freedom High School in Morganton, class of 1976. Mickey worked in the auto sales industry for many years. He was in financing and his last position was as a car salesman for Friendship Chevrolet. Mickey worked long hours and enjoyed his job. His f

Alyssa “Poody” Tuggle, age 26, of Spindale, passed away Sunday, August 23, 2026 at her residence. Alyssa was born Wednesday, December 1, 1999 in Williamsburg, Virginia to Carol Ann Stevenson Rhodes who resides in Spindale. In spite of her learning disabilities and autism, she became a bright beam of light to all who knew her. She was affectionately known as “Poody” to all who knew and loved her. Alyssa was a beautiful young lady with the purest and the sincerest of hearts. Sh

Ronnie Lee Evans, age 50, of Cliffside, passed away Saturday, August 22, 2026 at Sapphire Ridge Health and Rehabilitation in Brevard, NC. Ronnie was born Thursday, June 3, 1976 in Rutherford County. He worked as a volunteer fireman and an EMS Technician for many years. Ronnie also repaired small engines and did auto body repair work. He was a member of Bethany Baptist Church and was an avid fisherman. He was preceded in death by his father, Micheal Yates Evans; brother, Richa

Phillip Melton, age 65, of Forest City, passed away Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at Mission Hospital in Asheville, NC. Phillip was born Wednesday, August 24, 1960 in Rutherford County to the late Bobby Melton and Willie Faye Hutchins Melton. He was veteran of the U.S. Army and served in the 82nd Airborne Division. Phillip worked for Stonecutter Mill for many years. He was a past member of Corinth Baptist Church and enjoyed the outdoors. Phillip was an avid gardener and loved tink