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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Vincent “Frank” Jones

Vincent “Frank” Jones

Vincent "Frank" JonesVincent Frank Jones gained his wings to match the crown he already wore Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025. He was born on Dec. 7, 1942, to Sam W. and Vencenia Jones. A devoted husband, father, grandfather and community member, Frank enjoyed playing on his...

Mike F. Gregory

Mike F. Gregory

Mike F. GregoryNAPLES, FL - Michael Fitzgerald Gregory, 59, of Naples, FL, formerly of Asheville, NC and Andrews, NC passed away on Sunday, August 24, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. Mike graduated from Andrews High School in 1984 and obtained his degree...

Barbara W. Godfrey

Barbara W. Godfrey

Barbara W. GodfreyBarbara W. Godfrey, of San Antonio, Texas (formerly Black Mountain, NC), age 91, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, with her son, Bill, and daughter, Elaine, by her side. She was born on September 4, 1933, in National City,...