Obituaries

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

DeEtta Kay (Dingledine) Eberhardt 

DeEtta Kay (Dingledine) Eberhardt DeEtta Eberhardt , born August 13, 1946, in Battle Creek, Michigan, passed away on July 5, 2026, surrounded by family, and held in the peace of her Lord. A devoted Christian, DeEtta was a long-time member of Long’s Chapel UMC. Her...

Dr. Colleen Helen King Cody

Dr. Colleen Helen King CodyDr. Colleen Helen King Cody, of Asheville NC passed away peacefully on June 27, 2026, at CarePartners Solace Center after a brief illness at the age of 92. Born on August 4, 1933, in Haywood County, North Carolina. Colleen was the daughter...

Everette W. Clark, Jr.

Everette W. Clark, Jr.Everette W. Clark, Jr. Candler – June 13, 1941 – June 24, 2026 "The King will reply, 'Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.'" - Matthew 25:40 In the early afternoon of...

Linda S. Caldwell

Linda S. CaldwellLinda Sue Caldwell July 9, 1954 - March 14, 2025 Raleigh, North Carolina - Linda Sue Caldwell, 70, died peacefully March 14, 2025, at WakeMed Raleigh with family by her side. Born July 9, 1954, in Raleigh to the late Harry A. Caldwell and Dorothy...

Rebecca “Becky” S. O’Kelley

Rebecca "Becky" S. O'KelleyRebecca “Becky” Sharpe O’Kelley, 65, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, March 12, 2025. Becky was born in Enoree, SC to the late John Leslie and Ruth Goodwin Sharpe. She graduated from Enka High School and Western...

Elaine H. Brown

Elaine H. BrownElaine Holt Brown, 73, of Cullowhee, passed peacefully into the loving arms of her Lord and savior, Jesus Christ on Tuesday, March 11, 2025. She leaves behind a legacy of faith and love for the Lord that has impacted countless lives. Born on January 11,...