Obituaries

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

Henry B. Warren

by | March 19, 2026 | 1991, Obituaries | 0 Comments

Henry B. WarrenHenry Brown Warren passed away peacefully at home on February 23, 2026. We give thanks for the 78 years of his blessed life. Henry was born on May 31, 1947, to the late Claude Warren and the late Geneva "Petey" Brown Warren. He was raised among the...
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Lorraine M. Royster

by | March 19, 2026 | 1972, Obituaries | 0 Comments

Lorraine M. RoysterLorraine Mattero Royster, 75, of Shelby passed away on Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at her home. Born in Cleveland County, on October 4, 1950, she was a daughter of the late James Armand Mattero and Evangeline Willingham Mattero. She was a graduate of...
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Bill A. Melton

by | March 19, 2026 | 1966, Obituaries | 0 Comments

Bill A. MeltonWilliam Alexander Melton, Jr., affectionately known as Bill, was born on February 18, 1942, in Wadesboro, North Carolina. He was the beloved son of the late Lois and William Alexander Melton, Sr., and grew up alongside his brother, Bobby Lee Melton. From...
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Kenneth L. Moser

Kenneth L. Moser

Kenneth L. MoserIt is with great sorrow that the family of Kenneth Lane Moser announces his passing on October 20, 2024. Ken died unexpectedly. Ken was born on Sunday, February 27, 1944, to the late Henry Lane Moser and Eddie Mae Moser. In addition to his parents, Ken...

Susan J. Brown

Susan J. Brown

Susan J. BrownSusan Joyce Brown, born on November 17, 1958, in Clyde, NC, passed away peacefully on October 18, 2024. She lived her entire life in Clyde, surrounded by family, friends, and the rich heritage of her ancestors. A dedicated public servant, Susan earned...

Steven “Steve” J. Leonard

Steven “Steve” J. Leonard

Steven "Steve" J. LeonardSteven Joe Leonard passed away on October 16, 2024 at the age of 79, after a period of failing health related to dementia. He was born on January 10, 1945 in High Point, NC and attended Ledford High School in High Point, NC. He was the son of...