Jettie “Rose” Conner, age 89, of Bostic, passed away Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at Hospice of the Carolina Foothills in Forest City. Rose was born Wednesday, September 16, 1936 in Polk County, to the late Thomas Elmer Goode and Johnnie Hays Goode. She worked as a caretaker for many years and had a heart to help others. As an active member of Second Baptist Church, she lived out her Christian faith by being involved in several church ministries. Rose enjoyed collecting antiques an

Kevin Lee Schmersahl passed away on Monday, June 29, 2026 at home. Born on February 21, 1951 in Baytown, Texas to Jacob and Dorothy Schmersahl (deceased). Left to cherish his memory Robin Schmersahl (Wife), Jacob Schmersahl (Kyla) – (Son), Amy Schmersahl (Daughter), Addison Schmersahl (Granddaughter), Jerry (Linda) – (Brother), Donald R Rusk (Father in law), Don Rusk (Ann) – (Brother in law), Joy Bennett (Don) – (Sister in law), many nieces and nephews, and his special fur ba

Andrew “Drew” Wyatt, age 51, of Spindale, passed away Friday, June 26, 2026 at Fry Medical Center in Hickory, NC. Andrew was born Sunday, July 21, 1974 in Cleveland County to Cynthia Spratt Holland who resides in Spindale and to the late Andrew Wyatt, Sr. He worked as a welder for various local manufacturers. Andrew was a member of the First Baptist Church in Spartanburg and also enjoyed attending the Restoration Church of Forest City. He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed wat

Jordan Elaine Wishon, age 30, of Cliffside, passed away Monday, June 22, 2026. She was born on Tuesday, November 7, 1995 to Sheila Tesenair Waters who resides in Cliffside and to the late Travis Wishon. She was a graduate of Mayland Community College in Spruce Pine, NC and worked as a server at the Chalet Restaurant in Little Switzerland, NC. Jordan was the type of person whose lively spirit could put a smile on anyone’s face. She loved others unconditionally with her whole h

Tena Johnson Hernandez, age 64, of Rutherfordton, passed away Thursday, June 18, 2026 at Meadowbrook Health and Rehabilitation in Salisbury, NC. Tena was born Friday, November 10, 1961 in Rutherford County to the late William Clay Johnson and Katie May Norville Johnson. Tena was a graduate of R-S Central High School. She was a dedicated homemaker who enjoyed taking care of her family. She enjoyed playing bingo and taking trips to Cherokee. Tena was known for her big heart in