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Calvin CARTER Obituary
Calvin Perrow Carter, 83, of Leesville, died Monday, Sept. 15, 2008, at Lynchburg General Hospital. He was the husband of Adelle Tribble Carter.
He was born Dec. 27, 1924, in Leesville, a son of the late Charles Lewis Carter and Euphan Perrow Carter. He was a member of Leesville United Methodist Church and Campbell Lodge #316 AF and AM. Mr. Carter served the Board of Directors, as Chairman, for Southside Electric Cooperative, the Board of Directors for Old Dominion Electric Cooperative, and was a former member of the Board of Supervisors for Campbell County for 28 years. He was the owner/operator of Carter's Store and a U.S. Marine Corps veteran of World War II.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons, Calvin Lewis (Chip) Carter of Richmond and Lee Perrow Carter and his wife, Nancy, of Altavista; three sisters, Helen Goldsmith of Leesville, June Heptinstall of Lynchburg and Rachel Weldon of Lafayette, La.; four grandsons, Christopher Lee Carter, Eric Perrow Carter, Stephen Andrew Carter and Leighton Lewis Carter; and one granddaughter, Lindsey Jane Carter.
A funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 19, 2008, at the Finch and Finch Chapel by the Rev. Jim Galford and the Rev. Jerry Viemeister. Burial will follow in Leesville United Methodist Church Cemetery, with military honors by VFW Post 4165 and DAV Chapter 46 and Masonic rites by Campbell Lodge #316 AF and AM.
The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 18, 2008, at Finch and Finch, Altavista, and other times at the residence, 6262 Bedford Highway, Lynch Station.
The family suggests that those wishing to make memorials consider the Calvin Carter Memorial Scholarship Fund, c/o First National Bank of Altavista, P.O. Box 29, Altavista, VA 24517; or the Leesville United Methodist Church Cemetery Fund, P.O. Box 47, Lynch Station, VA 24571.
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Shirley Leftwich Greer
September 22, 2008
Dear Carter Family,
I offer my condolences to the Carter family for the loss of Calvin. The world has lost a fine gentleman. Members of The Leftwich Historical Association have been stopping by his store to see him over the past sixteen or more years. He never saw a stranger, and he shared so much local and family history with us....some that we published in our annual history journal. Carter's Store will never be the same without him. We will surely miss this wonderful man.
Linda Rodriguez
September 22, 2008
To the Carter Family:
Let me repeat again: He was a great man. He will be sorely missed. He was a friend to everyone he spoke to. When my sisters visited from Georgia and Texas, they went to Carter's store and really enjoyed his stories. Altavista and Campbell County will miss all him.
Lois Snead
September 21, 2008
Mrs. Carter and Family,
It was always a pleasure to see and talk with Mr. Carter. He will be missed so much at Southside Electric.
1997 Retiree.
Yvonne Evans
September 19, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this very difficult time. We are thinking of you.
James, Yvonne, Tyler and Taylor Evans
Sandra Hamlett McGinnis
September 18, 2008
Adelle and family,
Chip, Susan, Frank and I are so glad we got to spend time with Calvin this summer in July. We enjoyed seeing the old post office, the store, the church and cemetery, but most of all we enjoyed just talking about Leesville, asking questions, and sharing what we remember when we were growing up. We Hamlett children enjoyed spending 5 days together at Susan's, but the highlight of our time together was spending time with Calvin. He was a great man. We will miss him so much. We always thought of him as our uncle even though it was by marriage. We love you.
Sandra Hamlett McGinnis
Trey, Teresa,Will & Jessica Montgomery
September 17, 2008
To the Carter family,
We are going to miss Calvin, Leesville will not be the same without him.
Randy Thompson
September 17, 2008
I was very sorry to hear about Mr. Carter. I didn't see him that often but I truly admired him. My whole family has thought a lot of him for many years.
Paige Clanton
September 17, 2008
Adele and family, Calvin was my closest friend throughout our high school years and our friendship endured the separation of many miles and many years. I always enjoyed visiting him at Carter's Store and sharing cherished memories. He will truly be missed. Gwen and I are thinking of you at this time and share your sorrow. Paige & Gwen Clanton . Johnson City, TN.
Joni Marshall
September 17, 2008
Chip-
John and I are in Tappahannock, but know we are thinking of you-
Cathy Moore
September 17, 2008
Dear Mrs. Carter and family,
What a joy to work with Mr. Carter on the Board of Supervisors. He was a true country gentleman & one of the nicest men I've ever known. He will be missed.
JOYCE DALTON HENSLEY
September 17, 2008
TO THE FAMILY OF CALVIN:
YOU ALL HAVE MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY AT THIS SAD TIME. I KNOW HE WILL BE MISSED BY EVERYONE. HE WAS A GREAT MAN.
GOD BLESS EACH OF YOU.
LOVE, JOYCE
Matt Thompson
September 17, 2008
Mr. Carter was a great man and a personal role model. His character, wisdom and kindness was greatly respected by four generations of the Thompson family. He will live forever in our memories, our hearts and our prayers.
Robert(Bobby) Banks
September 17, 2008
Adelle and family
I am a long way from home, but think
a lot of your family. So sorry about Calvin.
May you be consoled to know
many will miss him too. God Bless
Campbell County Social Services
September 17, 2008
WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY
Thinking of you in your hour of sorrow and extending heartfelt sympathy.
Karen,David,Adam Green
September 17, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Cindy Nichols-Johnston
September 17, 2008
Calvin was a great friend and inspiration to my father who served with him on the South Side board for years. He will truly be missed. Prayers go out to Adelle and the family.
Sue Blackstock
September 17, 2008
Helen and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Calvin was truly a wonderful man and will be missed by all. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sue Blackstock
Ronnie & Theresa Crouch
September 17, 2008
Mr. Carter will be sadly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Les Pugh
September 17, 2008
Chip/Lee,
Your Dad was a very special man that not only his family will miss, but the entire community. I will never forget the times I would be hunting and stop by the store for lunch. He always remembered your name and treated you like family. My family and I are sorry for your loss and are praying for all of you.
DAN callahan
September 17, 2008
so sorry to hear of calvin's passing. he was a real gentleman and a good friend,it was a pleasure serving with him on many smith mt projects,
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