Obituaries

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

Brandon Thomas Stephens

by | October 15, 2026 | 2006, Obituaries | 0 Comments

Thomas "Brandon" Stephens was born on February 5, 1972, to Thomas "Tommy" Earl Stephens and Evangeline "Vangie" Wolfe Stephens. A man of remarkable intellect, unmistakable laughter, boundless curiosity, and an unwavering love for his people, Brandon lived a life...
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Carla Warner Robbins

by | October 15, 2026 | 1967, Obituaries | 0 Comments

Ms. Carla Warner Robbins, 81, of Old Thomasville Rd., went to be with her Savior on Sunday, October 11, 2026. She was born on July 28, 1945, in Davidson County, to the late Brady Holton Warner, Sr. and the late Clara Berrier Warner. A retired educator, Ms. Robbins,...
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Carissa Ann Guthrie

by | October 15, 2026 | 1971, Obituaries | 0 Comments

Carissa Ann James Guthrie, age 77, of Morganton, NC, died on October 3, 2026 from injuries sustained after a car accident earlier in the week. She was a spirited lady with a wit that cut like a hot knife through butter, and she loved her golden retriever, Bentley...
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Ginger Cabe Seay

Ginger Cabe Seay, 73, of Sylva, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 27, 2026. Ginger was born on December 26, 1952, to the late Clyde and Callie Cabe. She grew up in the Pumpkintown community, where she made lifelong memories and began a life that would be...

Karen E. Johnson

Karen Elizabeth Johnson went to be with her Lord and Savior on August 27, 2026. She was preceded in death by her beloved father and mother, Dr. James Hardy and Ellen Paschall Johnson. Karen, or "Doodle," as she was called by her daddy, was born into the home of her...

Dr. Mary Margaret McCurry Ingle

Dr. Mary Margaret McCurry Ingle of Asheville, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 21, 2026, at the age of 84. Mary Margaret was born in Morganton, North Carolina, on November 19, 1941. She later moved to Asheville, where she attended St....