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

by | May 11, 2026 | 1967, Obituaries | 0 Comments

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...
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Herman G. Shamel

by | May 1, 2026 | 1955, Obituaries | 0 Comments

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...
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William “Ben” Odom

by | May 1, 2026 | 1983, Obituaries | 0 Comments

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,...
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Abigail “Abby” C. Bass

Abigail “Abby” C. Bass

Abigail "Abby" C. BassAbigail Christine Bass, 44, of Asheville, NC, unexpectedly passed away Wednesday, November 27, 2024. Abigail was born on March 19, 1980, in Asheville, North Carolina, a daughter of the late Randall J Bass and Janet P Solle’(Edward). Abby radiated...

Charles W. Miller

Charles W. Miller

Charles W. MillerCharles William Miller passed away November 27, 2024 peacefully at Babcock Skilled Nursing facility, part of the Salemtowne Retirement Village in Winston-Salem, NC. Charles was born September 29, 1943 in North Wilkesboro, NC to Warner Miller and Sarah...

Diane W. Rollins

Diane W. Rollins

Diane W. RollinsDiane W. Rollins, 77, of Rosman, passed away on Tuesday, November 26, 2024. Born in Canton, NC, she was the daughter of the late George and Catherine Cooper Worley. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, James...