Michael Carswell, age 62, of Forest City

Michael Carswell, age 62, of Forest City, passed away Tuesday, August 19, 2025.

Michael was born in Rutherford County, October 10, 1962 to Gail Toney, of Boiling Springs, SC, and the late Harold Carswell. He was a graduate of Chase High School, class of 1980 and a member of Providence Methodist Church. Michael worked for 15 years at Mastercraft and later spent 20 years repairing commercial refrigerators for R.S.I., C.E. Holt, and Retail Business Services. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his stepmother, Revonda Carswell; and his stepfather, Sidney Toney.

In addition to his mother, those left to cherish memories of his life include his life partner, Julie Collins; son, Zachary Carswell of Forest City; sister, Michelle Bolding of Athens, AL; nephew, Joshua Bolding (Amber); niece, Savannah Bolding; great nephew, Maverick Bolding, great niece, Kristen Bolding; stepdaughters, Patricia Sciortino (Chris) and Keni Cooke.

The funeral was held August 25 in the Harrelson Funeral Chapel with Rev. David Bradley officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Hospice of Carolina Foothills, PO Box 336, Forest City, NC 28043, or to American Cancer Society, www.cancer.org.

An online guest registry is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.com.

Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.