Dr. Myron Coulter

Dear Barb, Nan and Ben and family,

We were so sorry to hear about Barney. He sure was such a warm and kind man and a wonderful neighbor. We have so many fond memories of him and your family. We especially remember all the kindness your family shared when I was recovering from my ruptured spleen. I have his autograph in my book and it reads "As you slide down the banister of life remember me as a splinter in your career." We also have a picture of your family with Barney playing...

In the early 1990's I served as Chancellor at UNC Asheville, and saw a lot of Barney. He was a kind and generous mentor. WCU and UNCA had a history of some contention, and Barney was determined to put an end to that unfortunate culture. He welcomed me to Cullowhee and to Western. I was and am grateful for his leadership and friendship, and I admire his focused and energetic chancellorship at WCU.


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I had not seen Barney in more than 50 years, but he was an inspiration to me during my early life. I grew up across the street from his house, and when he went off to college, his parents (Mark and Violet) sort of adopted me as a godchild. To this day, I still have Barney's old Boy Scout Handbook (actually, it was Air Scouts during World War II), which Violet gave to me when I was a cub scout. I was always kept aware of his accomplishments and he served as an inspiration to show that a kid...

Dear Ben and Nan, I also remember your family from Dover Rd. We lived in the yellow brick house at the end of the sreet. I used to baby sit you and I have forgiven you for locking me out of the house. I am sad to hear of your father's passing. I remember him as a man of humor and your mother as a kind, caring person. My prayers are with you and your families.

Dear Nan,

Just know I am thinking of you and your family at this time. You are in our prayers.
Diane Hinson

To Mrs. Coulter, Nan, and Ben: I had the pleasure of interacting with all of you while caring for Dr. Coulter, and I extend my deepest sympathies for your loss. Dr. Coulter was a wonderful man. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Dear Coulter Family, I'm so sorry to hear of Dr. Coulter's passing. I admired hime greatly. I hope you all do well and take comfort in your memories of a great father. Love, Carmaletta Gates

Dear Mrs. Coulter, Nan and Ben,
I am very sorry to learn of Dr. Coulter's death. He was a wonderful man and will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. My memories of Dr. Coulter return to Dover Road where I had the chance to know him as a wonderful dad, playing catch in the yard with Ben and Nan, a dear family friend, hosting many gatherings to view slides of your family travels, and of course, of the trips to the 63 Ranch that our families shared. Dr. Coulter...

The University, community and his and Barbara's wide circle of friends are less vibrant without Barney. Within minutes of shaking his hand, you knew you had met someone with integrity, open attitude, wit and the kind of intelligence good for book smarts and walking around smarts. So sorry to hear of his death. We carry his family in our thoughts, Susan and Gary Gulbransen