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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James “Bo” Rader

James “Bo” Rader

James “Bo” Rader  James Albert “Bo” Rader, Jr. was born August 16, 1942 in Marion, North Carolina to James Albert Rader, Sr. and Connie Lane Rader.  Bo died July 26, 2024 in Houston, Texas. Bo graduated from Marion High School in 1960 where he served as Class...

Onieda “Nada” Meadows

Onieda “Nada” Meadows

Onieda "Nada" Meadows Onieda " Nada " J. Meadows, 60, of Sylva, gained her wings on July 30, 2024.  Nada  was the daughter of Johnny Houston and Helen Broom, but there was a special place in her heart for Dallas Parker, the man who raised her. She was also reunited in...

Nancy S Southard

Nancy S Southard

Nancy S Southard  Nancy "Susan" Southard a long time resident of Black Mountian NC passed away on 23 September 2023. Susan, retired from the NC Dept of Human Resources, Graduate of Western Carolina University with her Masters of Arts in Education. Born in Boone NC,...