Obituaries

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

Joyce Hill Driggers

by | August 20, 2026 | 1964, Obituaries | 0 Comments

Joyce Anne Hill Driggers, 84, slipped peacefully into eternal rest at her home in Landrum, SC, on Monday, August 10th, 2026.   A native of Edneyville (Henderson County) NC, Joyce was born on March 17th, 1942 to James Arthur and Ruby Pendleton Hill. After...
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Hubert “Mike” Hill

by | August 20, 2026 | 1972, Obituaries | 0 Comments

Hubert Mitchell "Mike" Hill, age 76, of Sandy Springs, GA passed away on August 7, 2026. Mike was born on May 7, 1950, in Murphy, NC, the third of four children. Mike grew up in the mountains of North Carolina and was a graduate of Murphy High School. Mike went on to...
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Eva “Beth” Lindsey

by | August 20, 2026 | 1998, Obituaries | 0 Comments

Eva Elizabeth (Beth) Lindsey, age 69, died peacefully in her home in Asheville surrounded by family on August 16, 2026 following a courageous two year journey with cancer. Born August 27, 1956 in Asheville to the late John "Jack" Klopp and the late Mary Jane Edwards...
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Wilbert S. Banks

Wilbert S. BanksWilbert Stanley Banks of 3349 Carver School Road in Winston-Salem, NC was born on February 26, 1953 to Willie Lee and Annie Mae Banks, and entered eternity on May 4, 2026. He attended Carver Consolidated School, East Forsyth High School, and graduated...

Matt T. Norris

Matt T. NorrisMatthew “Matt” Taylor Norris, 75, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of quiet strength, sharp wit, and an unwavering devotion to his family. Born in Oxford, North Carolina, on October 7, 1950, to the late Franklin and Eleanor...

James “Buddy” H. Nelson

James "Buddy" H. NelsonJames “Buddy” Harry Nelson, Jr., who just celebrated his 90th birthday, went to his heavenly home on May 5, 2026. He is survived by his wife of 69 years, Doris Nelson; his three daughters, Patti Stahlsmith (Bob), Vicki Williams (Matt), and Lori...