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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Joseph “Joe” B. Miller

Joseph “Joe” B. Miller

Joseph "Joe" B. Miller Joseph Brian Miller 50, left his earthly family to be with his heavenly family on Oct. 13, 2024 in the presence of his loved ones at Novent Presbyterian Hospital in Charlotte, N.C.   Joe was an avid fisherman and hunter. He enjoyed living life...

James “Jim” W. Matthews

James “Jim” W. Matthews

James William Matthews, a loving husband, father and friend, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, October 11, 2024. A private graveside service will be held at 2 pm Friday, Oct. 18, 2024, at Overlook Mausoleum.  A memorial celebration will be held at 2 pm on...

Summer L. Harwell

Summer L. Harwell

Summer L. HarwellSummer Leighann Harwell, 46, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2024 at Robin Johnson Hospice House with her loving family by her side. She was born in Gaston County, North Carolina, to James and Melinda Harwell. She is preceded in death by her...