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

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...

Carla Warner Robbins

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,...

Carissa Ann Guthrie

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...

Sandra S. Conaty

Sandy was the first female patrol officer for the City of Dunedin Police Department. She proudly served the public and loved working with her team of officers. Sandy earned her bachelor’s degree at Western Carolina University. She transitioned into a career that...

Timothy G. Joyner

Timothy Grey Joyner, 67, of Stokesdale, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on October 2, 2026. Timothy was born in Stokesdale to the late Marvin and Betty Jean Joyner. From a young age, Timothy understood the value of hard work. As a child, he helped his family...

Marilyn W. Hughes

WEAVERVILLE - Marilyn Wilson Hughes, 84, of Yancey County, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family and held in the comfort of the faith she cherished throughout her life. Born in 1942 to the late Earl C. and Helen Peircey Wilson in Yancey County,...