Obituaries

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

DeEtta Kay (Dingledine) Eberhardt 

by | July 15, 2026 | 1968, Obituaries | 0 Comments

DeEtta Kay (Dingledine) Eberhardt DeEtta Eberhardt , born August 13, 1946, in Battle Creek, Michigan, passed away on July 5, 2026, surrounded by family, and held in the peace of her Lord. A devoted Christian, DeEtta was a long-time member of Long’s Chapel UMC. Her...
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Dr. Colleen Helen King Cody

by | July 15, 2026 | 1965, Obituaries | 0 Comments

Dr. Colleen Helen King CodyDr. Colleen Helen King Cody, of Asheville NC passed away peacefully on June 27, 2026, at CarePartners Solace Center after a brief illness at the age of 92. Born on August 4, 1933, in Haywood County, North Carolina. Colleen was the daughter...
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Everette W. Clark, Jr.

by | July 15, 2026 | 1972, Obituaries | 0 Comments

Everette W. Clark, Jr.Everette W. Clark, Jr. Candler – June 13, 1941 – June 24, 2026 "The King will reply, 'Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.'" - Matthew 25:40 In the early afternoon of...
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Bruce E. Caldwell

Bruce E. CaldwellBruce Edward Caldwell, of Easley, SC, beloved husband, father, brother, and uncle passed away at home on October 3, 2025, at the age of 74. In addition to the love of his family, Bruce was a highly respected figure in the world of music and education....

Bob L. Wykle

Bob L. WykleBob Wykle was an extraordinary man. Dr. Robert Lee Wykle, lovingly referred to as “Bob,” of Tobaccoville, NC, and Franklin, NC, transitioned from his earthly body to join the space-time continuum on February 21st, 2026. He passed away at Woltz Hospice Home...

Melody K. Stills

Melody K. StillsWith profound sorrow and deep gratitude for a life beautifully lived, we announce the passing of Melody Stills, who was born on January 12, 1973, in Warsaw, NY to parents Kerry Russell Kelley and Barbara Lynn Rowland Kelley and peacefully entered her...