Bobby Johnson, a man of profound faith, steady hands, and a generous heart, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2026, at the age of 82. Born November 3, 1943 to LeeAnna Waters Johnson and Robert E. Johnson, Bobby grew up with a deep appreciation for family and hard work—values that would define his eighty-two years. A master of his craft, Bobby spent his professional life as an auto mechanic, where his mechanical mind and reliable nature earned him the respect of all who kn

Sally Howe, age 79, of Bostic, passed away Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at her home while being surrounded by her family. Sally was born Saturday, October 26, 1946 in Concord, New Hampshire to the late Russell Rheaume and Mary Hayes Rheaume. She worked as a purchasing agent for Watts Industries for twenty-five years before her retirement. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Marie Merchant and brothers, Steve Rheaume, and Russell Rheaume Jr. Those left t

JoAnn B. Peeler, age 90, passed away Saturday, May 2, 2026 at her home. JoAnn was born Friday, March 27, 1936 in Rutherford County to the late C.D. Baldwin and Carrie Conner Baldwin. She was a graduate of Ellenboro High School, class of 1954. JoAnn worked twenty-seven years as an Instructor at the Rutherford County Workshop. She grew up going to Race Path Baptist Church where she was active in the shut-in ministry, later she became a member of Liberty Baptist Church. She love

Sherry Skipper Gragg, age 78, of Rutherfordton, passed away Thursday, April 30, 2026 at Hospice of the Carolina Foothills. Sherry was born Tuesday, March 9, 1948 in Rutherford County to the late Joseph Skipper and Cordie Huntsinger Skipper. She retired from Broyhill Furniture Mfg. after thirty-nine years of faithful work. Sherry was a member of West Point Baptist Church and was currently attending Spindale Fellowship Holiness. She enjoyed shopping and going out to eat with fr

Calvin Russell Tate, age 57, of Sunshine, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 29, 2026. He was preceded in death by his wife, Nona Parker Tate; his father, Carl Tate; and his grandparents, Charlie and Ellen Murray, and Floyd and Lucy Tate. Calvin is survived by his children, Helix Tate (Steven) of Florida, Brittany Farmer (Robbie) of Burlington, Keylon Tate (Brittany) of Forest City, along with five grandchildren. He is also survived by his mother, Malena Tate; his s