Obituaries

Celebrate and remember those from our precious alma mater who have passed. We send our deepest condolences to the families and friends.

Dr. Michael Willis

by | October 29, 2026 | 1979, 1983, Obituaries | 0 Comments

Dr. Michael Bryson Willis, 69, of Franklin, NC, passed away Monday, October 26, 2026. A native of Macon County, Michael was born to the late James Garland Willis and Sue Ann Bryson Willis. He dedicated his life to music education, inspiring countless students...
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Sherry F. Ginn

by | October 29, 2026 | 1974, Obituaries | 0 Comments

Sherry Fox Ginn passed away on October 20, 2026, at the age of 82. Born on July 4, 1944, she lived a life of service, care, and dedication to others. Sherry was a graduate of Swain County High School and later earned a master’s degree in education from Western...
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Ellen Nuzum Wetmore

by | October 26, 2026 | 1973, Obituaries | 0 Comments

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Ellen Nuzum Wetmore, 75, of Pauline, SC. After a 23 year battle with cancer, Ellen passed away peacefully on October 16, 2026 at the SRI Hospice Home, surrounded by family. Born May 15, 1951, in Newton, NC, she...
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Harold G. Evans

Harold G. Evans“My Word is My Truth” These are the words left to us by Harold Gordon Evans, 91, who passed away peacefully on April 9, 2025, surrounded by family and friends. A long-time resident of Asheville, Harold was born to Edward Travis and Elsie Richardson...

Susan “Susie” O. Stepp

Susan "Susie" O. SteppSusan "Susie" Oates Stepp, a beacon of kindness and love, passed away on April 14, 2025, at the age of 77. Born on October 20, 1947, in Washington, D.C., Susan spent her life with an open heart, a spirit dedicated to helping others, and a quick...

Bob G. Bohnhoff

Bob G. BohnhoffRobert George Bohnhoff peacefully passed away April 1, 2025 at the age of 75 with family and friends by his side. Bob was born on September 1,1949 in Sheboygan, Wisconsin to Robert Warren Bohnhoff and Eileen Rose Smith Bohnhoff. He moved with his family...