Obituaries

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

Ryan E. McCurry

by | August 29, 2025 | 2003, Obituaries | 0 Comments

Ryan E. McCurryEric 'Ryan' McCurry, age 44 of Charlotte NC, died August 11, 2025. He was born in Morganton NC on March 30, 1981 to Shirley Jean Buchanan (Crowe) and Eric Donald McCurry. Ryan attended Freedom High and earned a BA in Criminal Justice from Western...
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Gerald “Bob” Denny

by | August 29, 2025 | 1954, 1963, Obituaries | 0 Comments

Gerald "Bob" DennyMr. Denny passed away at home with family on Tuesday, August 5th , 2025 at age 93 following an extended period of declining health. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Shirley Hill Denny; his son Blake; his son Scott and spouse Monica; his...
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Louise W. Sowell

by | August 12, 2025 | 1953, Obituaries | 0 Comments

Louise W. SowellLouise Worley Sowell, 94, of Inman, died on July 31, 2025 at her home. A native of Canton NC, she was the  daughter of the late Robert Haskew and Mary Alma Tillery Worley and the wife of the late Joseph Huey Sowell. She was a homemaker and former...
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Robert H. Stretcher Jr.

Robert H. Stretcher Jr.

Robert H. Stretcher Jr.Loving husband, father, and grandfather, Robert Hatfield Stretcher, Jr., 90, passed away on February 16, 2025, following a lengthy illness. A native of Waynesville, he was the son of the late Dr. Robert H. Stretcher and Harriett U. Stretcher. He...

Dr. Armondo “Bookie” J. Henriquez

Dr. Armondo “Bookie” J. Henriquez

Dr. Armondo "Bookie" J. HenriquezOn February 14, our family lost our hero.  Armando Joseph Henriquez (Bookie) left this world peacefully after a long illness.  His presence was strongly felt by many and we are eternally grateful for his devotion to his family....

Zane E. Metcalf

Zane E. Metcalf

Zane E. MetcalfAfter a 30-year battle with cancer, Zane Edward Metcalf went home to be with his Heavenly Father on February 13, 2025. He was born October 25, 1941 in Haywood County, North Carolina to John Davis Metcalf and Effie Rodgers Metcalf. He was a longtime...