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...

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.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...

Dr. Armondo “Bookie” J. Henriquez

Dr. Armondo "Bookie" J. HenriquezOn February 14, our family lost our hero.  Armando Joseph Henriquez (Bookie) left this world peacefully after a long illness.  His presence was strongly felt by many and we are eternally grateful for his devotion to his family....