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Tanya Lynn Dobbins, age 67, of Forest City, passed away Thursday, November 20, 2025 at Hospice of the Carolina Foothills.
Tanya was born November 30, 1957 in Rutherford County to the late Buddy Dobbins and Virginia Bridges Dobbins. She was a graduate of East Rutherford High School, class of 1976. Tanya was a dedicated homemaker and enjoyed taking care of her family. She was an avid lighthouse enthusiast. Tanya was of the Baptist faith. Her family was her pride and joy, and she especially cherished spending time with her grandchildren.
Those left to honor her memory include her children, Beth Roberson of Rutherfordton, Justin Humphries of Charlotte and Jayne Gurr (Matthew) of Forest City; sister, Darlene Melton (Bryan) of Forest City; brother, Michael Dobbins of Forest City; her beloved grandchildren, Miranda Smith (Kyle), Ethan Roberson, Sydnee Gurr, Madeline Gurr, Ramona Gurr and a great grandson, Callum Smith.
No formal services will be conducted.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
1251 US Highway 221A, Forest City, NC 28043

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