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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Patrick J. Hendren

Patrick J. Hendren

Patrick J. HendrenIt is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Patrick Jay Hendren, Sr., on January 24, 2025, at the age of 51. Patrick’s life was defined by his profound love for his family, his community, and his passions. Above all, Patrick loved his...

Peter H. Sprague

Peter H. Sprague

Peter H. SpraguePeter Hale Sprague, Sr., 93, of Asheville, NC, passed away on January 24, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He made it to the 24th, a special day for his late wife and family. Affectionately known as “Pop” or “Peter Rabbit,” Peter will be...

Karen “Kay” Cook

Karen “Kay” Cook

Karen "Kay" CookKaren "Kay" Cook, age 71, of Asheville, NC passed away on January 22, 2025 in Asheville, NC. Karen was born in Charleston, SC on October 4, 1953 to the late Leslie Cook and Beatrice Cook. Kay is preceded in death by her nephew, Matthew Cook. She is...