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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Melba M Huggins

Melba M Huggins

Melba M HugginsMelba Moses Huggins, 84, passed away Sunday, Sept. 17, 2023. She was born in Macon County on May 23, 1939, to the late Lorenze Thomas Moses and Edna Bowman Moses. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Bill Huggins;...

Fredrick (Freddie) Nelson Causby, Jr.

Fredrick (Freddie) Nelson Causby, Jr.

Fredrick (Freddie) Nelson Causby, Jr.Fredrick (Freddie) Nelson Causby, Jr. passed away peacefully Monday, September 25, 2023, surrounded by his loving family and listening to George Strait (his all-time favorite entertainer). Born in Burke County, NC on August 27,...

September 2023

September 2023

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