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This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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Helen and Florian Costello
February 12, 2010
Mr Paul Carnes and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.We recently found out on the loss of your father
Helen and Florian Costello
Tenants of Meadowbrook Apts.
Michele Freeman
February 1, 2010
Carnes Family,
Sorry to hear of the loss of your father. I wish you strength and endurance during this time in your life. May God bless and keep you!
Mark Sylvester
January 31, 2010
Dear Paul, Teri, Mark, and John, We are truly sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad and also that we were so late in learning about it. We have been truly blessed and our lives enriched to have known and done work for Mr. Carnes for the past thirty plus years. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. This area has lost a great man. Mark Sylvester & J.L. Sylvester Floors.
Margaret Tuttle
January 26, 2010
to paul,teri ann, mark and john, I was so sorry to hear about your dad. I grew up behind the house in Chesterfield and have many fond memories of both your parents. I spent many days at the "pony field". They were very generous with the ponies, I had a great childhood because of them. Margaret Davis Tuttle
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Ann Romer
January 14, 2010
I just heard of your loss from Dave Winder who was here doing some projects. As he worked, we shared anecdotes, both of us smiling and chuckling. I first met Mr. Carnes in May, 2001, when he came over, wanting to meet "the lady who bought the duplex online." What a grand sense of humor he had. It was beautiful to see someone who has values, a compass for leading his life, love and friendship for others, and a sense of humor to see him through. Never forget the thousands and thousands of people whose lives he touched. God bless you all.
Julia Brammer
January 13, 2010
Dear Paul Carnes and Family,
I never met your father but I can tell you this - Paul Carnes is a caring and wonderful person and he must have inherrited this caring from his Dad. I live in Meadowbrook Apartments and any time I have had any issues Paul has been wonderful. My thoughts and prayers go out to all the family. Mr. Cranes also built a house I owned a while back and it was built with quality. I have always heard of his dedication to good quality and workmanship from many, many people in the community. God Bless.
Betty Taylor
January 11, 2010
Dear Paul,
What a blessing your father's life was to so many people. I cannot tell you the many times I saw him riding up and down the road while living in Indian Springs. He was good to my family and was a wonderful, kind, man. God Bless you and your family in your time of sadness.
ann whipp
January 11, 2010
To the Carnes family,
Our prayers are with you. I did not know Mr. Carnes, but my husband always talked about him being such good friend to the Late Mr. Shoosmith and what a great friends they were. Our sympathy to all of you. May your memories overcome your sadness.
Dallas and Ann Whipp and family
frank hicks
January 10, 2010
teri im lost for words , i just found out , your dad and i went back a long time he was an insperational person reminded me of caracter of henry ford one of the pioneers of ths country. if i had any problems he would listen we ate a lot of breakfast together at hardees for sure we cant live forever , my pal will be missed .
Nancy Shill-Fitzgerald RN
January 9, 2010
Paul,John,and Terri,
My heart and prayers are with you and your families during this difficult time.Your dad was a beauitful,kind hearted,very honest,giving man with a great sense of humor.In years from now he will still be known as a lengend.If God had only used his "mold" more often this world would be without the issues that haunt us today.I'm sorry I was unable to attend the service,I think I prefer our last time together as a better " Until we meet again"
Bill Howard
January 9, 2010
Paul & Family
We were very sorry to hear of your lost.Your father was a great man in many ways.He was always good to me and my family and he will be truly missed.Our condolences to you and your siblings.
Howards Carpet & Installations
January 9, 2010
We extend our sympathy to the family or Mr Carnes. We are good friends of his neighbor Linda Phillips and had the opportunity to know him through our mutual friend. His charity, goodwill and good nature will be missed.
- Glenn and Debbie Ross, Jacksonville, Florida
George & Saralee Scott
January 9, 2010
Paul,
Sorry to hear about your dad, he was a great man.
Callie Overstreet
January 8, 2010
Dearest Katie, Mark and Carnes Family, We are so saddend about your Father's passing. We were fortunate to spend some time with him at your wedding. We all cherrish the time he was here because he made a difference and that is what life is all about. God gave him a long life and a beautiful family. As busy as you all are, now will be your time to make the difference. He and your Mom will be watching together/ God Bless You All,
Peyton Bonner
January 8, 2010
John,
Sorry to hear about your father. My thoughts are with you and your entire family.
Roofline Construction
January 8, 2010
Mark,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family on the lost of your father. Now he is in a better place helping God accomplish bigger tasks. If you need anything give us a call.
Mark and Laura
GLENN THOMAS
January 8, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Sandra Bouley
January 8, 2010
Terri Paul Mark John, My thought and prayers are with you and your family in your time of grief. My your momeries bring you comfort. Uncle Will was a wonderful man with a big heart. Sandra Lashley Bouley
January 8, 2010
TO MR CARNES FAMILY
WE GRIEVE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME OF LOSS
BUT YOU WILL SH0WERED WITH MANY WONDERFUL REMEMBRANCES AS TIME GOES ON.MR CARNES BUILT OUR HOUSE IN 72-73 THE SAME TIME HE WAS BUILDING YOU ALL'S HOME IN POWHATAN. MY WIFE AND I USED TO STOP BY AND COUNT THE BATHROOMS
BUT NEVER CAME UP WITH THE SAME NO.
ALWAYS TOOK PRIDE IN SAYING MY HOUSE
WAS BUILT BY MR CARNES.
GOD BLESS
COLLEEN AND FRANK BENNETT
Riverside Brick & Supply Co.
January 8, 2010
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Lujauna Koch
January 8, 2010
The Carnes Family:
You had a wonderful father. I am thankful that he was such a caring friend to my father, Louis Farmer. I know that your father and mine are up in heaven talking about their many days of bird hunting. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Betty and Karen Rice
January 8, 2010
Dear Paul and Family,
Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Maria Dempsey
January 7, 2010
Dear Paul,
Please know how sorry I am to hear of your father's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Connie and Walter Newcomb
January 7, 2010
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009
January 7, 2010
Dear "Carnes Family" we are saddened to hear of your Dad's death. We are so happy that we were able to meet him and have him build us a house in Braxton. He will be missed my many and there are many of us who will keep him alive in our memory. God's blessing to all of you. Don and Brenda Almond (Braxton)
January 7, 2010
For all of the Carnes Family:
Bill, Ann, Cameron, and Claire Johnson are so sorry for your loss. Mr. Carnes was a wonderful man who was very caring, generous, and a man with true humility and kindness. He so richly deserved all that came to him during his long life. He loved family above all, and as friends, we were so blessed to know him. May God bless all of you during this difficult time, He will remain in our hearts forever. As Cameron always said as a young child: "PaPa's number #1!"
Larry & Cynthia Haake
January 7, 2010
Carnes Family,
We still live in the house Mr. Carnes built for us in 1977. He was indeed a kind and caring man of his word, traits no longer common. He has surely left his mark on the world. May the Lord be with you and comfort you at this time.
January 7, 2010
Dear Paul, I am sorry for your loss. Your father will surely be missed. He was a great man.
Sincerely,
Betty Jo Carroll-Loden and family
Chesterfield, VA
Taylor Hicks
January 7, 2010
The Hicks Family, Harold jr, Bambi, Dustin, Taylor and Trevor. We have known Mr. Carnes since Harold jr was a little boy with working relationships through Hicks Tire. We also know him through hunting. He was a great man. But he is now in a better place and thats all that matters. He will be missed by many.
Allen and Debbie Weaver
January 7, 2010
Carnes Family,
Mr. Carnes touched the hearts of many people. Hold on to his memories, they will last a lifetime. May God Bless each of you.
January 7, 2010
Paul & Family,
Sorry for the loss of your father. He will be greatly missed my many.
Charles Lawrence
Julie Weaver Ashman
January 7, 2010
The Carnes Family,
Mr. Carnes was a dear friend to our family. He was a kind and caring man who had a great heart. His wisdom and compassion has influenced many people. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time of loss."
Julia Bunton Hunt
January 7, 2010
Mark & John,
I am so sorry for your loss. You all will be in my prayers as you mourn your daddy's death.
Judy Nunnally
January 7, 2010
Dear Mark, Paul,Teri and John
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My parents and I thought so much of your parents. May God touch your hearts and comfort you during this time.
Gary & Judy Nunnally
January 7, 2010
The Carnes Family,
Please accept my sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers in the loss of your father.
Time passes quickley, but the memories you all made together will last for generations to come----pass them along.
May you feel the closeness of God and know that your father lived a full life.
Beverly Carlson (Braxton)
Laura Bunton
January 7, 2010
Johm & Mark, I am very sorry to hear of your father's passing. Your families are in my prayers.
January 7, 2010
To the Carnes children and their families, Will and I have been avid quail and rabbit hunters and friends since 1970 and the cliche, they don't make them like him anymore, really applies to Will. We will miss him greatly. Marshall Smith and family, Buckingham, Va.
Steve Carnes
January 7, 2010
We will all miss Mr. Carnes. He was a good friend and inspiration to many. A builder with a passion for quality and workmanship above all others.
January 7, 2010
Paul,
Will was a kind and generous man. I know that you will miss him greatly, and he will be sincerely missed by all who knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all his family.
Joyce & Marvin Garner
Janice Ellis
January 7, 2010
Paul, Teri, Mark and John,
I am so sorry for your loss. Your Dad was such a great influence on us all. He was truly a blessing to all that knew and loved him. He will always be special to us and you know how special he was to Lloyd. They are together now looking over us all and will be our guardian angels forever! Love you all! Janice, Tyler and Brad Ellis
Linda Carnes Price
January 7, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
January 7, 2010
Dear Teri, Paul, John, Mark and members of the family, We thought so much of your dad and know he will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Find peace in knowing he's with our Lord and no longer suffering. In Christ's love, Tom & Paula Venier
Rae Nunnally
January 7, 2010
My condolences go out to your whole family. Mr. Carnes was one of the finest men I have ever known. One morning in 1977, I was waiting at the bus stop in Meadowbrook Estates to go to kindergarten. Mr. Cranes drove by, stopped and said "hello" and handed me a ten dollar bill. I was so excited that I ran back to the house to tell my Mom that Mr. Carnes had just given me a lot of money and simultaneously missed the bus. He will missed by many.
January 7, 2010
Mark,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. If there is anything that we can do for you all please let us know.
Katie Akins Painter
Carlton Williamson
January 7, 2010
Teri,
I regret I did not have the opportunity to know your Dad. What a lifetime of adventure and accomplishments for which you must be very proud. May his spirit live on in Braxton and Forrest as they set out on their journey. Anne and I send our sincere condolences to you and Tommy and your family. God bless.
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