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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Robert “Bob” L. Harrison

Robert “Bob” L. Harrison

Robert "Bob" L. HarrisonFRANKLIN - Robert "Bob" L. Harrison, 78, passed away at his home following a prolonged illness, Sunday, July 13, 2025. He was born April 6, 1947, in Waynesville, to the late Robert L. and Margret Underwood Harrison. In addition to his parents,...

John B. Thomas

John B. Thomas

John B. ThomasJohn Bertrum Thomas, age 83, passed away peacefully in his sleep on June 20, 2025, at his home in Roswell, Georgia, with his beloved wife and daughter by his side. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, educator, and lifelong learner, John lived a life...

William D. Kindley

William D. Kindley

William D. KindleyWilliam Douglas Kindley, 93, of Asheville, NC, passed away on July 8, 2025 at Mission Hospital. A memorial service will be held Sunday, July 20, at 2:00 pm, at Central United Methodist Church, 27 Church Street, Asheville, NC 28801. Asheville Mortuary...