Obituaries

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

Fred C. Ryder

Fred C. RyderAlfred Cornelius (Fred) Ryder III, 82, a third generation Winter Haven resident, died peacefully at home on April 19, 2026, surrounded by the love and memories of a life well lived. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend whose steady...

Herman G. Shamel

Herman G. ShamelHerman Gray Shamel departed his earthly life at home on April 10th. He was born on August 18th, 1931 to parents Irl J. Shamel and Freda Lineback Shamel. He grew up in the Mt. Tabor Community of Forsyth County. He was the third of four children; three...

William “Ben” Odom

William "Ben" OdomWilliam Bennett (Ben) Odom born November 9, 1956 passed peacefully at home and was promoted to heaven April 9, 2026. A kind and caring soul.  Born 69 years ago in Greensboro NC, son of the late Henry and Mary Odom, brother to three sisters; Janice,...
Herbert “Herb” C. Quarles

Herbert “Herb” C. Quarles

Herbert "Herb" C. QuarlesHerbert Clifton Quarles, 82, of Hendersonville, NC, passed peacefully at home on November 29, 2024.  He was born in Shelby, NC in 1942 to Hugh Shepard Quarles and Mary Ellen Owens Quarles.  His family moved to Hendersonville when he was young,...

Amethyst T. Privett

Amethyst T. Privett

Amethyst T. Privett Our hearts are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our beloved Amethyst Tiffany Green Privett on Thursday, November 28, 2024. She was born in the summer season of June 12, 1988, in Haywood County. Through our tears we celebrate and honor the...

Daniel “Dan” E. Fulton

Daniel “Dan” E. Fulton

Daniel "Dan" E. FultonIt is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Daniel Ernest Fulton, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend who left us peacefully at the age of 75. Daniel, known to friends and family as Dan, was a man of many passions and...