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

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...

William “Ben” Odom

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,...

Daryl W. Wynn

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...
Kevin T. Greene

Kevin T. Greene

Kevin T. GreeneKevin Taylor Greene (38) passed away unexpectedly on Monday, May 26th, 2025 at his residence in Knoxville, Tennessee.  He was born April 30, 1987 in Boone, North Carolina. Kevin attended Hardin Park School and Watauga High School where he lettered in...

Melissa B. Dillingham

Melissa B. Dillingham

Melissa B. DillinghamMelissa "Missy" Brooks Dillingham, 51, of Brock, Texas, took her last breath on earth and next breath in Heaven on June 14th. Missy was an extraordinary woman who touched countless lives with her joyful spirit and infectious smile. She leaves...

Michael W. Boyd

Michael W. Boyd

Michael W. Boyd Michael Weldon Boyd passed away on June 13, 2025, following a long battle with Alzheimer’s Disease. He was born in Dallas, Texas, on July 15, 1948; however, he called Comanche, Texas, home.  He was preceded in death by his parents, David and Doris Lee...