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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Geraldine “Jeri” S. Roberts

Geraldine “Jeri” S. Roberts

Geraldine "Jeri" S. RobertsJeri Ruth Smith Roberts, age 87, of the Martin’s Creek Community, Murphy, passed away, Saturday, December 28, 2024 at a Hayesville care facility. Born March 5, 1937 in Murphy, she was the daughter of the late Allen Grady and Florence C....

Leslie Anderson

Leslie Anderson

Leslie AndersonLeslie Anderson, a distinguished long-time civic leader in Asheville, North Carolina, passed away on December 27, 2024, following a brief battle with multiple illnesses. Renowned as a champion of social justice, cultural preservation, early childhood...

Gothard “Goth” A. Overcash Jr.

Gothard “Goth” A. Overcash Jr.

Gothard "Goth" A. Overcash Jr.Gothard Albertis Overcash, Jr, "Goth", 90, of Mooresville, NC, peacefully went to be with his Lord and Savior Friday, December 27, 2024. Born April 19, 1934, in Mooresville to the late Gothard Albertis Overcash, Sr and Leona Pierce. In...