Obituaries

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

Eugene Lee Manning, Jr.

by | September 18, 2026 | 1984, Obituaries | 0 Comments

Eugene Lee Manning, Jr., formerly of Kernersville, passed away on September 7, 2026 in High Point surrounded by his family. He was born August 13, 1959 in Charlotte to Gene and Jo Ann Manning. He was preceded in death by his father, Eugene Lee Manning and a sister,...
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William Jeremiah (Jerry) “Coach” Hicks

by | September 18, 2026 | 1967, Obituaries | 0 Comments

William Jeremiah (Jerry) "Coach" Hicks, 84, of Marion, passed away at his residence on the morning of Sunday, September 13, 2026. Jerry was born in Cabarrus County, NC on March 2, 1942 to the late Thurman Hicks and Lenora Deese Hicks. He is also preceded in death by...
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Gail R. Williams

by | September 14, 2026 | 1995, Obituaries | 0 Comments

Gail R. Williams passed away at Haywood Regional Medical Center on Sept. 4, 2026. Her brothers were present as well as Dez, her grandson. Gail was the daughter of Alan and Rowena Roberson of Louisiana. Gail went to school in Colorado Springs before moving to Tucson,...
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Ken W. Baucom

Ken W. BaucomKenneth William Baucom of Greensboro, NC passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family on January 28, 2026. Ken was born in Concord, NC on January 9, 1948. He was the son of Aris Clayton Baucom and Thelma Little Baucom. Ken graduated from...

Jackie P. Hawks

Jackie P. HawksMr. Joseph “Jackie” Phillip Hawks, 77, resident of High Point, died January 10, 2026 at River Landing @ Sandy Ridge. He was born November 1, 1948 in Greenville, South Carolina, a son to Hoyt J. and Phyllis Janet Wall Hawks. At a young age his family...

Wayne H. Carson

Wayne H. CarsonBRYSON CITY - It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Wayne Howard Carson, 85, Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2025. Born Oct. 16, 1940, in Swain County, Wayne was a lifelong resident of the area and most recently resided at Montgomery Senior Living...