Obituaries

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

Brandon Thomas Stephens

by | October 15, 2026 | 2006, Obituaries | 0 Comments

Thomas "Brandon" Stephens was born on February 5, 1972, to Thomas "Tommy" Earl Stephens and Evangeline "Vangie" Wolfe Stephens. A man of remarkable intellect, unmistakable laughter, boundless curiosity, and an unwavering love for his people, Brandon lived a life...
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Carla Warner Robbins

by | October 15, 2026 | 1967, Obituaries | 0 Comments

Ms. Carla Warner Robbins, 81, of Old Thomasville Rd., went to be with her Savior on Sunday, October 11, 2026. She was born on July 28, 1945, in Davidson County, to the late Brady Holton Warner, Sr. and the late Clara Berrier Warner. A retired educator, Ms. Robbins,...
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Carissa Ann Guthrie

by | October 15, 2026 | 1971, Obituaries | 0 Comments

Carissa Ann James Guthrie, age 77, of Morganton, NC, died on October 3, 2026 from injuries sustained after a car accident earlier in the week. She was a spirited lady with a wit that cut like a hot knife through butter, and she loved her golden retriever, Bentley...
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Robert Thurman “Bob” Hicks

Robert "Bob" Thurman Hicks Aug 30, 1943 - Jul 29, 2026 Robert "Bob" Thurman Hicks, 82, of Kernersville passed away on July 29, 2026 under the care of Kate B Reynolds Hospice House in Winston-Salem. Born in Pageland, South Carolina, he was the son of the late Thurman...

Bobby Lee Jackson, Sr. 

Bobby Lee Jackson, Sr., 92, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2026, at the Levine-Dickson Hospice House in Charlotte. A service to celebrate his life will be announced at a later date. Born November 27, 1933, in East Laporte, North Carolina, he was the son of the...

Julia S. Nivens

Julia Smith Nivens, 93, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, July 20, 2026, surrounded by her family. Born in Forest City, North Carolina, on May 25, 1933, she was the youngest of three daughters born to Rose Eaves Smith and Robert Lee (R.L.) Smith. A graduate of...