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...

Linda F. Hargett

Linda F. HargettLinda Furr Hargett, 85, passed away peacefully on March 21, 2026, in Summerville, South Carolina. Born on July 28, 1940, in Charlotte, North Carolina, Linda lived a life dedicated to family, faith, and education. A proud graduate of East Mecklenburg...

Bob O. Brannon

Bob O. BrannonRobert O. “Bob” Brannon of Waynesville, North Carolina passed away peacefully in the early morning hours on Monday, March 30th at the age of 99 years and 10 months. With a light chuckle, he liked to tell people that he was already “100” since he was so...

Carole L. Ricketts

Carole L. RickettsDr. Carole Livingston Ricketts, 83, of Bryson City, NC, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at the home of her daughter. Born October 18, 1942 to Stanly and Faye Livingston in Lenoir, NC, she was a graduate of the following institutions: Brevard...