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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Sherry S. Shuford

Sherry S. Shuford

Sherry S. ShufordSherry Elizabeth Stirewalt Shuford, born in Asheville, NC and having lived most of her life in Hickory, NC, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2023. After a long battle with a brain tumor, she spent her final morning lovingly surrounded by her...

John A. Knippel

John A. Knippel

John A. KnippelJohn Andrew Knippel, 72, passed away peacefully at his home in Columbus, North Carolina, Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2023, after a short, yet courageous battle with cancer. Born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin May 29, 1951, John and his family relocated to Florida in...

James Kirkland

James Kirkland

James KirklandLife is illuminated by individuals who leave profound legacies of love, service, and inspiration. James Bratton Kirkland, 84, son of AB and Gladys Kirkland, born on April 14, 1939, in Aiken County, SC, was such a beacon. Growing up in Ellenton and...