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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Bruce H. Chrismon

Bruce H. Chrismon

Bruce H. ChrismonBruce Harrison Chrismon, 77, passed away on Saturday, November 23rd, 2024. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, November 26,2024 at Friendship United Methodist Church with Rev. Kevin Cochran and Rev. Richard LeBaube officiating. The...

Eileen J. Graham

Eileen J. Graham

Eileen J. Graham Eileen Jamerson Graham passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 26th, 2024, at Morrison Manor in Laurinburg, North Carolina. A memorial officiated by Reverend Jeanne Baucom will be held at 2 pm on Friday, December 6th at First Baptist Church in...

Billy “Bill” H. Casey

Billy “Bill” H. Casey

Billy "Bill" H. CaseyBilly “Bill” Hugh Casey, 77, of Spartanburg, passed away on Thursday morning, November 14, 2024, at Spartanburg Regional Hospice Home. Bill was born on November 21, 1946, in Spartanburg, a son of the late Agnes Martin Casey and John Hugh Casey. He...