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...

Jim R. Cleek

Jim R. Cleek Jim Cleek April 4, 1969 — May 6, 2026 Asheboro James “Jim” Ritenour Cleek, age 57, of Asheboro passed away on May 6, 2026 at Randolph Hospital. Jim was born in Asheboro on April 4, 1969 to Thornton and Martha Brantley Cleek, who preceded him in death. He...

Ronder “Guerry” Barbee

Ronder “Guerry” BarbeeRonder Guerry Barbee, 77, of Greenville, North Carolina, passed away on May 8, 2026, at Hospice House in Greenville, surrounded by family and friends. Born on April 1, 1949, Guerry lived a life defined by faith, service, and a deep love for both...

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...