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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Jacob R Cleveland

Jacob R Cleveland

Jacob R Cleveland    Jacob Robert Cleveland of Tryon, NC passed away unexpectedly on Monday, September 25, 2023 at the young age of 26.   His life was cut way too short. Jacob was born in Raleigh, NC on July 6, 1997 to the late Alicia Helene Breiner Cleveland and...

Gerald C Carter

Gerald C Carter

Gerald C Carter On Tuesday, March 3, 1959, in Charlotte, NC, Gerald Calvin Carter was born to Barbara and Haywood Carter, Jr. Gerald was the eldest of five siblings, who were all raised by their loving parents, Barbara, and Leonard Howard. As a child, Gerald was shy...

Ronald E Brevard

Ronald E Brevard

Ronald E BrevardRonald "Pops" Earl Brevard, 78, passed away Tuesday, September 26, 2023 at his residence. Mr. Brevard was born in Henderson County to the late Rev. DK Brevard and Jeanette Baldwin Brevard. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Richard Brevard....