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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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....