Obituaries

Celebrate and remember those from our precious alma mater who have passed. We send our deepest condolences to the families and friends.

Henry B. Warren

by | March 19, 2026 | 1991, Obituaries | 0 Comments

Henry B. WarrenHenry Brown Warren passed away peacefully at home on February 23, 2026. We give thanks for the 78 years of his blessed life. Henry was born on May 31, 1947, to the late Claude Warren and the late Geneva "Petey" Brown Warren. He was raised among the...
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Lorraine M. Royster

by | March 19, 2026 | 1972, Obituaries | 0 Comments

Lorraine M. RoysterLorraine Mattero Royster, 75, of Shelby passed away on Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at her home. Born in Cleveland County, on October 4, 1950, she was a daughter of the late James Armand Mattero and Evangeline Willingham Mattero. She was a graduate of...
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Bill A. Melton

by | March 19, 2026 | 1966, Obituaries | 0 Comments

Bill A. MeltonWilliam Alexander Melton, Jr., affectionately known as Bill, was born on February 18, 1942, in Wadesboro, North Carolina. He was the beloved son of the late Lois and William Alexander Melton, Sr., and grew up alongside his brother, Bobby Lee Melton. From...
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Philip A. Cable

Philip A. Cable

Philip A. CablePhilip Aaron Cable, 55, of Waynesville, passed away unexpectedly on February 17, 2025. Born on October 12, 1969, in Waynesville, NC, Philip was a man of service, adventure, and deep-rooted dedication. He proudly wore many titles throughout his...

Reginald “Reg” E. Moody

Reginald “Reg” E. Moody

Reginald "Reg" E. MoodyReginald “Reg” Enloe Moody, Sr., 89, passed away Monday, February 17, 2025, at Mission Hospital after a period of extended illnesses. Born in 1935 at CJ Harris Hospital in Jackson County, Reg is the son of the late E.H. Bill and Mary Enloe Moody...

Robert H. Stretcher Jr.

Robert H. Stretcher Jr.

Robert H. Stretcher Jr.Loving husband, father, and grandfather, Robert Hatfield Stretcher, Jr., 90, passed away on February 16, 2025, following a lengthy illness. A native of Waynesville, he was the son of the late Dr. Robert H. Stretcher and Harriett U. Stretcher. He...