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Town Talk 11/11/20: Wilson Hoyle III Remembers Joe Stepusin, Wayne Adcock
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Wilson Hoyle III, Henderson native, appeared on WIZS Town Talk Wednesday at 11 a.m.
As managing director and head of CAPTRUST’s Advisor Group, Hoyle oversees the firm’s business development and practice management initiatives.
Hoyle, not to be confused with his father Dr. Wilson Hoyle, Jr., dentist in Henderson, reflected on growing up in Vance County, the recent passing of community leaders Coach Joe Stepusin and Mr. Wayne Adcock and the lasting impact that educators have on a person’s life.
A retired teacher and coach with the Vance County School System, Stepusin passed away at the age of 86 on September 28, 2020.
Former superintendent, principal and educator with the Vance County School System, Adcock passed away November 1, 2020, at the age of 73.
Both men played a role in Hoyle’s upbringing. “When I got the news on both of them… A lot of things pop in your head, and you tend to reflect on your own life,” said Hoyle. “I just felt grateful to have people like those two men that have made my life richer.”
1983 Vance Senior High School Basketball Team. Coach Joe Stepusin standing – far right, back row. Wilson Hoyle III (number 15) on lower right. (Photo courtesy Ricky Stilley)
Hoyle said Stepusin – his high school basketball coach – was respected without having to raise his voice. “I was so proud to be a part of that team; he was my coach. The thing I remember most was just his kindness; he was so kind-hearted. I don’t recall him ever yelling at us at practice when we probably should have been yelled at a few times!”
Going on to play football at Wake Forest University, Hoyle said Stepusin would attend one or two games a year. “I would see him outside of the locker room, and he always told me he was proud; it makes you feel good.”
Remembering Adcock, Hoyle shared a story of how he would jump the fence of the former Henderson High/Middle School’s Veterans Field to practice and “act like I didn’t see Mr. Adcock seeing me.”
When Hoyle approached Adcock about his supposed trespassing, he said the then middle school principal expressed support for his practice and joked they would need to get a key made for Hoyle so he “wouldn’t get hurt jumping the stupid fence.”
“It really motivated me to know that people in my hometown were proud of me, supported me and encouraged me,” said Hoyle. “We all can’t do enough of that day in and day out.”
To hear the interview in its entirety, go to WIZS.com and click on Town Talk.
Jerry ‘Wayne’ Adcock, Former Vance County Schools Superintendent, Dies at 73
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-Obituary and photo courtesy Sossamon Funeral Home
Jerry “Wayne” Adcock
Former Superintendent of Vance County Schools, Jerry Wayne Adcock, age 73, of Henderson, passed away on November 1, 2020, at Granville House in Oxford.
Born in Vance County on December 4, 1946, he was the son of the late Betty Fleming Adcock and Acy Nelson Adcock.
Wayne was a graduate of Aycock High School, received a Bachelor of Science Degree from UNC in Chapel Hill and a Master’s Degree in Education and Educational Specialist Degree from East Carolina. He was a lifelong resident of Vance County, except for the four years he lived in Chapel Hill.
Former Superintendent of Vance County Schools, Jerry Wayne Adcock, age 73, of Henderson, passed away on November 1, 2020, at Granville House in Oxford.
Wayne began his career in education teaching eighth-grade social studies, health and P.E. in 1969-70 in Townsville High School. He taught civics and algebra 1970-71 at Carver Elementary. He was the lead teacher at Nutbush Elementary, became assistant principal at E.M. Rollins for one year, principal at L.B. Yancey for five years, Clark Street for one year, Carver for two years, Henderson Junior High for 10 years, Vance Senior High four and a half years and Eaton Johnson Middle School for two years.
He served as superintendent of Vance County Schools from July 1996 until January 2003.
He was a member, former deacon and Sunday School teacher at Carey Baptist Church where a graveside service will be held on Thursday, November 5, 2020, at 2 p.m. by Rev. Matt Cowan and Rev. Frank Sossamon.
He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Susan Steed Adcock. He is also survived by a son, John Nelson Adcock and his wife Mercedes, two grandchildren Hugo David and Eleanor Lylias Adcock all of New Orleans. He is preceded in death by a son, David Wayne Adcock.
Wayne loved the Lord, his family, his Carey Baptist Church family and all who worked for or attended Vance County Schools. He was truly a people person who loved to see former students and to find out what they were doing with their life. Also, Wayne loved the Yankees, the Tarheels and Doo Whoop music.
During his retirement, he enjoyed going to Florida to spring training to see the Yankees play. He also enjoyed many trips to Pennsylvania and New York to attend concerts.
The family would like to thank the staff at Granville House, Kindred Hospice, Dr. Bill Dennis and Lynette Choplin for the care Wayne received.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Carey Baptist Church P. O. Box 637 Henderson, N.C.; Henderson YMCA 380 Ruin Creek Road, Henderson, N.C. or Vance County Public School Foundation 1724 Graham Avenue, Henderson, N.C. 27536.
Everyone that attends the graveside service is asked to please practice social distancing and wear an appropriate face covering.
Arrangements are by Sossamon Funeral Home. Online condolences may be made at www.sossamonfuneralhome.com.
Remembering Adcock on WIZS this morning, John Charles Rose said, “Mr. Adcock was someone who was very close to me and very dear to many people in Vance County. In my life, I’m not sure I’ve ever met a more dignified man. He was always in control of situations in the schools and was a strong man in life.”
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Emeron Cash Honored by local Educators
Members of the Vance County Board of Education were joined by people from throughout the school system and local community in honoring Emeron J. Cash Sr. on December 12 as he retired after 24 years of service on the board.
They attended a nice reception held in the Administrative Services Center prior to the board’s regular monthly meeting to pay tribute to the former teacher, coach and retiring board member. During the reception and at the beginning of the meeting, colleagues, educators and friends visited with Cash, his wife, Patricia, and their son, Chris. They all praised a man who has dedicated his life to helping youth across Vance County and beyond.
Gloria J. White, chairwoman of the board, presented Cash with a resolution by the board recognizing his many contributions. She also joined Superintendent Anthony Jackson with
giving him a handsome, framed collage featuring his many achievements over the years. He also received a wooden, rocking chair with the school system’s seal engraved on the headrest. Vance County Commissioner Dan Brummitt gave Cash a framed certificate of appreciation from his board.
White led comments shared with the audience at the meeting in praising Cash as a great colleague and someone who truly cares about children and education.
Cash thanked everyone for their support over the years and for the many gifts he was presented.
Chris Cash also spoke and thanked everyone for their great relationships and positive work with his father.