Harold Joseph "Kit" Carson

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Harold Carson Obituary

Harold Joseph "Kit" Carson, 63, of Vine Grove, passed away Friday, Sept. 5, 2014, at his residence.

Mr. Carson was retired from the U.S. Army and was a voting member of the Knifemakers Guild. He was a Blade Magazine Cutlery Hall of Fame inductee.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Glenn and Arrie Carson, and a nephew, Glenn Carson.

Survivors include his wife, Betty Carson; two children, Jody Carson and his wife, Susan, and Kristi Carson; three grandchildren, Colton Eastman and Anya and Josephine Carson; a brother, Fred Carson; two sisters, Ann Farmer and Ruth Turpin; and a host of family and close friends.

A celebration of his life with military honors is at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 10, at the chapel of Coffey & Chism Funeral Home in Vine Grove. Visitation begins after noon Wednesday.

At the request of the family, everyone is asked to wear casual clothing and bright colors in honor of his life.

Donations can be made to the National Parkinson's Foundation at www.parkinson.org.

Published by The News-Enterprise from Sep. 6 to Sep. 10, 2014.
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I think about you a lot. I hope that you are at peace, free from pain, and happy.

You are missed.

Kevin Schlossberg

August 31, 2022

So sorry to learn of Mr. Carson's passing; condolences to family and friends. Over the years I was very excited to own several of his knives, and talked with him over the telephone. A knife making legend and great man.

Richard Schwartz

October 2, 2014

I am So Sorry about Kit, he was always nice to me,even took me out to eat at my first Guild show in New Orleans, he will
be missed.

Billybob Sowell

September 16, 2014

My favorite knives and knife maker hands down. R.I.P. Kit, the knife world will never be the same.

Tim Lough

September 13, 2014

Kit will always hold a special place in our hearts. Our thoughts & prayers are with you through this difficult time.

The Cude Family

September 11, 2014

Betty, Jody, and Kristi,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Kit always made me laugh and will be missed by us all. He served our country and was a great family man. I'm praying for peace,comfort, and love for you all in your sadness as we celebrate his life.

Travis Langdon

September 10, 2014

Kit Carson , one of my knifemakers heroes, rest in peace MASTER
Jorge Gutierrez, San Juan Puerto Rico

September 10, 2014

Sorry to hear the news. Always liked Kit.

Gary Young

September 9, 2014

Rest in peace Kit, one of the finest knife makers in the world. To Kit's family my condolences.

Ira Migdal

September 9, 2014

You made me laugh, invited me to your home even though you barely new me, treated everyone with respect. Miss you already!

Kent Gilstrap

September 8, 2014

Will miss you bud. Glad you were part of my life.

RW Clark

September 8, 2014

You made any room you were in brighter, just with your presence. You will be deeply, deeply missed.

Michelle Larsen

September 8, 2014

Thank you Mr.Carson, blessings to your family and friends :) you will be missed.

Lance Herbruger

September 8, 2014

Thank you for your sound advice, guidance, and friendship. You were always a positive influence and helped steer me right. Betty, Jody, my condolences and prayers are with you

Kevin Schlossberg

September 8, 2014

Betty, Jody, & Kristi, we've lost a great man, and I was very sorry to hear about his passing. Please take some solace in knowing he's in a better place, and leaves a lasting legacy for those that cone after him. With sincere condolences! Ric Owen Evington, VA.

Ric Owen

September 8, 2014

Your teachings will live on through us that you passed them down to.... Just like you wanted buddy!

Brian Goode

September 8, 2014

Rest in peace Mr Carson

Our deepest condolences to the family from the team at Novatech Resources Pte Ltd, Singapore.

September 8, 2014

Unc....
Thank you for the friendship, the phone calls, the guidance and for just being you. My life has been better with you in it.

Rest in peace, keep the fire going, see you on the other side.
Be patient though, I am on knifemaker time, so it might be awhile.

John Wylie Jr.

September 7, 2014

Kit was a great man with a true legacy of friendship. He touched so many lives, and we are all so grateful to have had the privilege of knowing him.

Tom Anderson

September 7, 2014

God speed to you my friend. Thank you for always being so kind, and generous. My condolences to Betty and the family. He spoke very highly of you all, and especially of you Betty.

christine simonich

September 7, 2014

Betty, Kristi, Jody, and family - I am deeply sorry for your loss. I am proud to have known Kit personally and professionally, he was definitely gifted and intelligent. He has many friends he treated like family, and it is during this time that you three are definitely not alone in your loss. My prayers are with you all during this tough time.

Dexter Ewing

September 7, 2014

Dudley L Dawkins

September 7, 2014

Kit, you will be in my pocket forever.

Michael Mason

September 7, 2014

My deepest condolences to Kit's loved ones, family and friends. He was a great friend that I will forever miss. I love you buddy and may you Rest In Peace...I'll see you on the other side.

God Bless and God Speed

Dudley L Dawkins

September 7, 2014

Dudley L Dawkins

September 7, 2014

Rest In Peace Mr. Carson.

Allen & Betty Waldridge

September 6, 2014

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