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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Ronnie W. Pernell

Ronnie W. Pernell

Ronnie W. PernellDevoted husband, father, grandfather, Army veteran, and friend Ronnie Pernell peacefully passed away on Monday, March 31st after a brief period of declining health. Ronnie was born in High Point, North Carolina on November 7th, 1941, to father Henry...

Gladys R. Rowland

Gladys R. Rowland

Gladys R. RowlandGladys Ruth Rowland, 71, of Franklin, NC, made her heavenly journey to be with her Lord on Wednesday, April 2, 2025. Gladys was a native to Franklin, being born to the late Troy and Lottie Roper Swafford. She graduated from Western Carolina University...

Barbara A. Thomas

Barbara A. Thomas

Barbara A. ThomasBarbara Ann Hunter Thomas, 85, beloved mother, grandmother, and dedicated educator, passed away on Monday, April 7, 2025 at Arden Courts in Tampa, Florida after a lengthy illness. Barbara was born on October 9, 1939 and was raised in the community she...