James Ray Carpenter

Sorry to hear about this. I was just looking at people from when I was at Southern. Your family treat me very special and it was always was appreciated. My thoughts are always with the people that have touched me through my lifes journey even if I don't see them as much. Take care and sorry to hear about JR's passing.

Kevin Nesbitt

A true friend and mentor to me. Reminded me when faced with a difficult situation in life to think: How would JR handle this? Always calm and reassuring. Learned a lot about life when playing golf with him 72-74

Jimmy Carpenter and family, I was so sorry to hear about your Dad. Even though I only got to spend a few days with him when he hired me at Shadow Ridge as the Pro, the week before Katrina, he called me later in the week and told me, we don't know what we are going to do or how long it will take us, but I have a suggestion, he steered me into becoming a PGA Rules Official and the Gateway Golf Tour in Myrtle Beach He will always be known as a Great Man, not only with the PGA but, to the many...

My sincere condolences to the family for the loss of your loved one. May prayers strengthen you and memories comfort you, and may our Lord Jesus Christ and God our Father, who loves us, comfort your hearts and "make you firm". (2 Thessalonians 2:16, 17)

Lot's of great golf team trips and great memories with Coach Carpenter. How he put up with us I'll never know , but he always took care of us and got us back safely. Never forget when he got his USM golf team to work for NBC Sports in 1976 , at the PGA New Orleans Open. We walked the fairways with the last eight groups calling out the ball lies , club selection , and other info to the NBC TV analyst. Thanks for the memories JR . Rest In Peace.

Golf has lost a dear friend.I was privileged to serve with JR for many years at various PGA events.it was always a delight.Our family enjoyed many fun occasions with JR and Mary. Best wishes to the family.
Sincerely,
Harry ( Cotton) Berrier
PGA Retired
Gatlinburg Golf Course
Gatlinburg ,Tennessee

What an awesome role model and great friend. He got me started in golf like he did so many others. We all loved him.