Obituaries

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

Doyle D. Stiles

by | March 30, 2026 | 1959, Obituaries | 0 Comments

Doyle D. StilesDoyle Dean Stiles, 94, born 12-09-1931, passed away, Saturday, February 21, 2026 (also his Dad's birthday). Born to George and Fanny Stiles on East Hickory Knoll, in Macon County, NC. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a son, Keith...
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Brian S. Johnson

by | March 30, 2026 | 2002, Obituaries | 0 Comments

Brian S. JohnsonBrian Scott Johnson, of Fletcher, NC, was suddenly and unexpectedly called home to be with the Lord on February 14, 2026. He was a beloved husband, son, son-in-law, brother-in-law, grandson, uncle, nephew, cousin and friend. He is predeceased in death...
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Joanie C. Barber

by | March 30, 2026 | 1979, Obituaries | 0 Comments

Joanie C. BarberLisa “Joanie” Barber, of Lake Mary, Florida, passed away on March 9, 2026, at the age of 68. She was born on August 18, 1957, in Anchorage, Alaska. As the daughter of an Air Force family, she spent her childhood in many places, including Arlington,...
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Maxine S. Wood

Maxine S. Wood

Maxine S. Wood   Maxine Sharon Wood, born to Earl and Pearl Wood of Whittier on May 9, 1950, passed away on Friday, August 2 at Mountain View Manor in Bryson City.   In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a brother Carl Wood, of Brevard, and two...

Kerry P. Waller

Kerry P. Waller

Kerry P. Waller Kerry Waller peacefully passed away on July 24, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer.  An endless list of descriptive words, Kerry meant so much to so many people. A woman with many titles: child of God, daughter, sister, aunt, wife and friend....

Timothy “Tim” Stoeckel

Timothy “Tim” Stoeckel

Timothy “Tim” Stoeckel  Timothy John Stoeckel, 36, of Charlotte, died Sunday, July 28, 2024, at Mission Hospital surrounded by his parents. A native of Alabama, he lived in Waynesville prior to moving to Charlotte. He is the son of John and Claire Johnson Stoeckel....