Obituaries

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

Douglas W. Monts, Sr.

by | August 31, 2026 | 1964, Obituaries | 0 Comments

Douglas Wilbur Monts, Sr., 98, passed away on Sunday, August 23, 2026, at his home in Fairfax, SC, surrounded by loved ones. Doug was born on January 18, 1928, in Plains, Georgia, to Rosalie Douglas Monts and Joseph Holland Monts, Sr. He attended Americus public...
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Rochelle Renee Hika

by | August 31, 2026 | 2018, 2021, Obituaries | 0 Comments

Rochelle Hika, 58, of Andrews passed away Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in a Knoxville, Tennessee hospital. She was a native of Lakewood, Ohio and had lived most of her life in Florida before moving to Andrews 16 years ago. Rochelle had received both her bachelor's and...
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Nancy Drye Cowan

by | August 31, 2026 | 1973, Obituaries | 0 Comments

Nancy Drye Cowan, 74, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2026. Born in Concord, North Carolina, Nancy was the beloved daughter of the late Jessie and Clara Drye. Nancy graduated from Western Carolina University with a degree in education and devoted her career to...
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Susan J. Brown

Susan J. BrownSusan Joyce Brown, born on November 17, 1958, in Clyde, NC, passed away peacefully on October 18, 2024. She lived her entire life in Clyde, surrounded by family, friends, and the rich heritage of her ancestors. A dedicated public servant, Susan earned...

Steven “Steve” J. Leonard

Steven "Steve" J. LeonardSteven Joe Leonard passed away on October 16, 2024 at the age of 79, after a period of failing health related to dementia. He was born on January 10, 1945 in High Point, NC and attended Ledford High School in High Point, NC. He was the son of...

Karen L. Wagar

Karen L. WagarKaren Louise Wagar (Pierce), 76 of Cumming, Georgia passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, October 16, 2024. Born in Newton, Massachusetts, November 9, 1947 to John and Phyllis Pierce. While still young, her family relocated to Ft. Lauderdale,...