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...
Harold G. Evans

Harold G. Evans

Harold G. Evans“My Word is My Truth” These are the words left to us by Harold Gordon Evans, 91, who passed away peacefully on April 9, 2025, surrounded by family and friends. A long-time resident of Asheville, Harold was born to Edward Travis and Elsie Richardson...

Susan “Susie” O. Stepp

Susan “Susie” O. Stepp

Susan "Susie" O. SteppSusan "Susie" Oates Stepp, a beacon of kindness and love, passed away on April 14, 2025, at the age of 77. Born on October 20, 1947, in Washington, D.C., Susan spent her life with an open heart, a spirit dedicated to helping others, and a quick...

Bob G. Bohnhoff

Bob G. Bohnhoff

Bob G. BohnhoffRobert George Bohnhoff peacefully passed away April 1, 2025 at the age of 75 with family and friends by his side. Bob was born on September 1,1949 in Sheboygan, Wisconsin to Robert Warren Bohnhoff and Eileen Rose Smith Bohnhoff. He moved with his family...