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Raymond Schneider, Associate Professor Emeritus, Construction Science and Management – March 28, 2026

April 29, 2026

Raymond Schneider, Associate Professor Emeritus of Construction Science and Management, passed away on March 28, 2026.

Schneider began his Clemson career on August 15, 2000, and totaled more than 16 years of service with the University.

He earned a Bachelor of Science in Aeronautical Engineering from Brooklyn Polytechnic Institute (now part of New York University) and a Master of Business Administration degree from Long Island University – C.W. Post Campus.

Raymond Schneider’s obituary is available online.

Evelyn Plakal, student

April 22, 2026

Evelyn Plakal, 22, has passed away. She was a microbiology major from Elgin, South Carolina. She was a member of the Clemson University Honors College.

“Evelyn was an inspiration to all who knew her,” says Vice President for Student Affairs Doug Hallenbeck. “We are saddened by the news of her passing but take comfort in knowing the positive impact she made on her friends, family and the Clemson community. Our thoughts are with her loved ones during this time.”

Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) is providing grief counseling to students. Any student who wants to speak to a counselor should contact CAPS at 864-656-2451. After-hours counseling is available by calling 864-656-2451 and selecting option 2 from the menu.

Counseling services are also available to faculty and staff through ComPsych, the University’s Employee Assistance Program provider, at 866-365-0813.

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Tyler Bennett Huneycutt III, retiree – April 18, 2026

April 21, 2026

Tyler Bennett Huneycutt III, retired assistant academic program director in Management, passed away on April 18, 2026.

Following a distinguished Air Force career, Huneycutt began his Clemson career on July 1, 1993, and retired on July 1, 2007. He returned to Clemson as a temporary visiting lecturer from August 2007 to August 2018, and he joined the Emeritus College on July 21, 2017. Huneycutt totaled more than 17 years of service with the University. He also served as a commander of Clemson’s Air Force ROTC.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 25, at Clemson Presbyterian Church starting at 10 a.m. A visitation will follow the service at the church. An inurnment ceremony with military honors will be held at Memory Gardens Cemetery of Clemson starting at 1:30 p.m.

Tyler Bennett Huneycutt III’s obituary is available online.

Jeffrey J. McMillan, Faculty, Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business – April 3, 2026

April 8, 2026

Jeffrey McMillan

Clemson University mourns the death of Jeffrey McMillan, professor of accounting in the Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business.

“Jeffrey was a Clemson institution,” said Robin Radtke, director and professor of the School of Accountancy. “He absolutely loved everything about Clemson. He loved teaching, being with his colleagues, and the community that is Clemson. He will be sorely missed.”

McMillan began his Clemson career on December 22, 1989, totaling more than 36 years of service with the University.

A Funeral Mass starting at will be held on Friday, April 10, 2026, at St. Andrew Catholic Church at 11 a.m., with a celebration of life luncheon to follow from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) is providing grief counseling to students. Any student who wants to speak to a counselor should contact CAPS at 864-656-2451. After-hours counseling is available by calling 864-656-2451 and selecting option 2 from the menu.

Counseling services are also available to faculty and staff through ComPsych, the University’s Employee Assistance Program provider, at 866-365-0813.

Jeffrey J. McMillan’s obituary is available online.

Clemson University Obituaries

Obituaries for active employees, retirees and current students are issued by Inside Clemson once we are able to confirm the information. Since faculty and staff live and work throughout the state, we depend on university departments, colleagues or friends to notify us of the deaths of active employees and retirees.

Samuel A. Dillard, retiree – March 22, 2026

April 1, 2026

Sam A. Dillard, retired director of planning and scheduling for University Facilities, passed away on March 22, 2026.

Dillard began his Clemson career on October 22, 1963, and retired on July 1, 1994, totaling more than 31 years of service with the University.

A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, March 27, at Sandifer Funeral Home Chapel, with burial to follow at Eastview Cemetery. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 1-2 p.m. at the funeral home.

Sam Dillard’s obituary is available online.

Kimberly N. Collins, Staff, Division of Research

March 7, 2026

Clemson University mourns the death of Kimberly N. Collins, contracts administrator for the Office of Industry Contracts in the Division of Research.

“Kimberly was guided by her steadfast faith and devotion to her family,” said JoAnna Floyd, Director of the Office of Industry Contracts. “She was a valued member of our team and we will miss her deeply. Our hearts go out to her friends and family.”

Collins began her Clemson career on July 6, 2007, totaling more than 18 years of service with the University.

Counseling services are available to faculty and staff through ComPsych, the University’s Employee Assistance Program provider, at 866-365-0813.

A tribute page for Kimberly Collins is available online.

Clemson University Obituaries

Obituaries for active employees, retirees and current students are issued by Inside Clemson once we are able to confirm the information. Since faculty and staff live and work throughout the state, we depend on university departments, colleagues or friends to notify us of the deaths of active employees and retirees.