Obituaries

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

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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Daryl W. Wynn

by | May 1, 2026 | 1968, Obituaries | 0 Comments

Daryl W. WynnDaryl William Wynn, 80, passed away on Sunday, April 5, 2026. Born November 18, 1945 in Greenville, SC, he was the son of the late Carl and Dorothy Weiler Wynn. Daryl graduated from Aberdeen High School and went on to attend Western Carolina University...
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Alfred “Monk” Snyder

Alfred “Monk” Snyder

Alfred "Monk" SnyderGaffney, S.C. – Alfred Franklin “Monk” Snyder III, 84, of Gaffney, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, September 14, 2025 at Upstate Community Hospice House in Landrum. Born in Greenwood, he was the husband of Sheila Beaver Snyder and son of...

Glenda B. Shepardson

Glenda B. Shepardson

Glenda B. Shepardson Glenda Bailey Shepardson passed away on September 4, 2025. She was born February 3, 1952 and was the daughter of the late William Edwin Bailey and the late Mary Ann Hall Bailey of Candler, NC. Glenda earned her Bachelor’s degree in Home Economics...

Lana E. Dellinger

Lana E. Dellinger

Lana E. DellingerGastonia, North Carolina Lana Elaine Dellinger, 70,  passed away on  August 26, 2025 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center. She was born on April 22, 1955 in Gaston County, North Carolina, a daughter of the late Blair Franklin Dellinger and Mary Ellen...