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He earned a BBA degree from the University of Connecticut, and an LLB degree from the Woodrow Wilson College of Law. Bill also attended Emory University Law School and Georgia State University. During World War II, Bill served 52 months in the Army Air Corps and was discharged as a captain. He became a certified public accountant in 1950, and an attorney at law in 1954. Bill was employed at Ernst and Ernst CPA Firm from 1946-1952, Carter and Fuller Accounting Firm from 1953-1959, Courts and Company Stock Exchange Firm as a partner from 1960-1970, and American Protein in Cumming from 1971-1995, where he retired as president.
After retirement, he served on the American Proteins Board of Directors where he held the position of secretary-treasurer. Bill was a charter member of the Northside Hospital Association and served as an initial member of the Hospital Authority of Fulton County for 13 years, including three years as chairman. Bill also served as a member of the initial board of trustees for Pace Academy and vice chairman of the board of trustees for Holy Innocents Episcopal School. He was a member of the Rotary Club of Forsyth County, the Cherokee Town and Country Club in Atlanta, and the Highlands Country Club in Highlands, N.C.
Bill Carter is survived by Roberta R. Carter, his beloved wife of 25 years; his three children, Nancy T. Carter of Roswell, William F. Carter Jr. of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., and Robert G. Carter with his wife Debbie of Roswell; his two stepchildren, Jeffrey Redden of Mount Pleasant, S.C., Leslie Vereide of Vienna, Va.; his three grandchildren, Anna, Andrew, and Will Carter; and four
stepgrandchildren, Chelsea and Courtney Vereide, and Bennett and Charles Redden. A memorial service in celebration of the life of Bill Carter will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, June 26, at Church of the Incarnation in Highlands, N.C.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to the Bell Tower Endowment, Church of the Incarnation, 520 Main Street, Highlands, NC 28741.
Online condolences may be made by visiting www.bryantgrantfuneralhome.com.
Bryant-Grant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
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J Kornegay
June 27, 2009
May the peace of God that excels all thought guard your hearts and your mental powers during this difficult time - Philippians 4:6,7
Bob Smith
June 25, 2009
Bill was a dear friend who we will always miss. God Bless you Robin for being his loyal wife and friend.
Bob & Joyce Smith
June 24, 2009
ROBIN, MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU, IT WAS A BONUS IN MY LIFE TO HAVE BEEN BILL'S FRIEND--HE ALWAYS CALLED ME "BUDDY"--TAKE CARE--GOD BLESS--ED FARMER
Portia Sharpe ( I John 4:8,8 )
June 24, 2009
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Lynn Hayward
June 23, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Bill was a wonderful man and we will remember him fondly.
All our love,
Ann Milford
June 23, 2009
My sincere sympathy to the family. Bill was a good friend, co-worker, and boss for close to 25 years. I am unable to find the words to express my sincere respect and love for this true gentleman. He will always be held in high esteem by all of my family.
Best regards,
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