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Agerdean Ford, "Buster", age 87 passed away Sunday, July 13, 2025.

Margaret Jean Ruppe Hamrick, 83, passed away July 14, 2025.

James Harold Carter, "Jim", passed from this life to his heavenly home Monday, July 14, 2025.

Judy Greene, age 79, of Cliffside, passed away Monday, July 14, 2025.

Ruby Jean Barrett Pearson, 69, passed away Sunday, July 13, 2025.

Raymond "Ray" Freeman Bland, 91, of Stanley, passed away Wednesday, July 9, 2025.

Donnie Epley, age 72, of Rutherfordton, NC, died Tuesday, July 15, 2025.

Robert "Dale" Bailey, 85, passed away Sunday, July 6, 2025.

Bruce Lynn Harris, 67, passed away Saturday, July 12, 2025.

Maw-Maw's Cheer Ministries is all about providing for the needs of children in Rutherford County and Western North Carolina. In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, back-to-school supplies, every day needs, and toys at the Christmas season are all facets of the ministry. But much more than giving a gift, clothes or food, this nonprofit organization is also about building confidence in the lives of children in Rutherford County and Western North Carolina from ages birth to 17.

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Martha Joanne (Jo) Wells, 82, who died Sunday, June 22, 2025.

Wilda Smith Luckadoo, age 86, of the Green Creek Community, was reunited with her husband John and other loved ones, Sunday, July 13, 2025.

Martha Norville Elmore, age 85 of Forest City died Friday, July 11, 2025.

Frances Juanita Harmon Gurley, age 95 of Charlotte, NC went to her Heavenly home Wednesday, July 2, 2025.

Fred Lee Poole II, age 65, of Forest City, passed away July 9, 2025.

Jim Cole, age 84, of Forest City, passed away Wednesday, July 9, 2025.

Howard "Howie" Douglas Fullard, 39, passed away Wednesday, June 25, 2025.

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Peggy Lou Ortiz, 61, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, who passed away July 3, 2025.

John David Self, 55, passed away Saturday, July 05, 2025.

David Bruce "Nubby" Blankenship, 82, of Rutherfordton, NC, passed away July 9, 20

Judy Bradley Cox, age 70, of Rutherfordton, passed away Tuesday, July 8, 2025.

Peggy Jean Hardin, age 65, of Bostic, passed away Monday, July 7, 2025.