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...
Jonathan L. Carter

Jonathan L. Carter

Jonathan L. CarterJonathan L. Carter of Java, Virginia, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2025, at Moses Cone Memorial Hospital in Greensboro, NC. A man of integrity, kindness, and boundless enthusiasm, Jonathan touched countless lives with his generosity, warmth,...

Jerome “Brock” Parker

Jerome “Brock” Parker

Jerome "Brock" ParkerJerome Brock Parker, 42, conquered this earthly world and entered eternity on Wednesday, May 21, 2025. Born on April 2, 1983, Brock was a loyal son, a loving husband, and an incredible father. His kindness, sincerity, and unwavering love will...

Thomas A. McCrary

Thomas A. McCrary

Thomas A. McCraryTom McCrary, 76 Beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, Educator, and Friend Arnold Thomas McCrary, better known by family and friends as Tom, Buzz, or Dad, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by the love of his family, on Saturday, May 17, at...