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Carlton Colwell Obituary
Mr. Carlton Harry Colwell, 95, Blairsville, passed away peacefully on Monday August 9, 2021 in the Union General Hospital following an extended illness. Carlton was born on June 27, 1926 in Blairsville, son of the late Patrick Colwell & Hattie Weaver Colwell. Carlton served in the United States Army in 1944. After his discharge, he soon became employed at the Bell Bomber Plant which is now known as Lockheed Marietta. In 1948, Carlton met and later married the love of his life; Odetta Ralston of Fannin County. After moving Odetta to Atlanta, he worked at General Motors for 7 years. As he longed to return to the North Georgia Mountains, Carlton established and owned Colwell Construction Company for 71 years; as well as being elected to the Georgia House of Representatives in 1964 where he proudly served Union County. In his first year serving; he was appointed to the Appropriations Committee where he remained for 30 years. Carlton was a member of the Blairsville Church of Christ where he once served as an elder. Carlton is preceded in death by his parents, brothers and a son; Mike Colwell on May 10, 1968. Survivors include his loving wife of 73 years; Odetta Colwell of Blairsville, four sons & four daughters-in-law; Curtis & Mary Colwell, Steve & Phyllis Colwell, Doug & Rhonda Colwell, Tom & Karla Colwell all of Blairsvile, one daughter & son-in law; Carla & Steve Drake of Blairsville, ten grandchildren; Haley & Scotty Dyer, Luke & Rebecca Colwell, Jake & Stacy Colwell, Randy & Katie Murdock, David & Jade Dennis, Ralston Drake, Sawyer Drake, Layne Colwell, Candler Colwell, and Crawford Colwell and eight great-grandchildren - Sloane, Jules, Samantha, Catherine, Eliza, Emmet, Grant and Hunter. A funeral service was held at 5:00 p.m., Thursday, August 12, from the Union County Fine Arts Center with Minister Terry Stuart & Minister Butch Jones officiating. A eulogy will be presented by Ralston Drake and a reading by Jake Colwell. Special music will be presented by Kathryn Nelson, Greg Waller, and Terry Stuart. Interment followed in the Union Memory Gardens. The following gentleman will serve as pallbearers; Luke Colwell, Scotty Dyer, Candler Colwell, Jake Colwell, Crawford Colwell, Randy Murdock, Ralston Drake, Sawyer Drake, and David Dennis. The following gentleman will serve as honorary pallbearers; Parker Daniels, Coleson Daniels, Cole Jenkins, John Akins, Bud Akins, Larry Williams, Dick Bell, Rick Davenport, Ray Parson, Ricky Rich, Jack Lance, Lester Chesser, and Derrick Cheek. The family met with friends from 5:00 p.m., to 9:00 p.m., Wednesday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to the Blairsville Church of Christ in Carlton's memory. Due to Covid the family respectfully request everyone wear a mask. Mountain View Funeral Home of Blairsville was in charge of the arrangements. You may sign the family guest book and send condolences online at www.mountainviewfuneralhome.com.
The Times
August 14, 2021
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Sharon Gay
August 17, 2021
So very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers going up for the entire Colwell family. Carlton will surely be missed by by all .
Frances Brown
August 16, 2021
My Love and Prayers are with Carlton's family. We have lost another good man. May God Bless and Comfort you all. If anything I can do let me know. Your Friend Frances
Lorenzo Lucchesi
August 14, 2021
Carlton´s legacy speaks to the rich cultural heritage of the North Georgia Mountains. Although I was only blessed to know Carlton in his final years on Earth, he was such a wealth of knowledge who could recollect most events and people with whom he had interacted in his life! He had such a detailed memory and played such a distinct role in the social and economic growth in the state. While we have lost a friend and mentor to many, in him, we have also lost a library and an invaluable resource of stories and memories. While he has passed, his memory will be enshrined into the region´s people for centuries to come.
Sharone Neuhoff
August 14, 2021
Uncle Carlton was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and my dear dear uncle. As a small child I remember wonderful visits with Uncle Carlton and my mother's sister, Aunt Odetta. My cousins were my playmates and the whole Colwell family showed me love and stability in a time when my own family faced many many changes. We were blessed to have him in our lives and will miss him until we meet again. With love from Sharone and Juergen and Allie and Neil, in Harwich England.
Laura Higgins
August 14, 2021
He was such an example of a life well lived! My grandparents grew up with him (Crawfords, Penlands, Berry’s) and he did so much for the community! Prayers for all.
Rex and Anita Lilly
August 13, 2021
Curtis and Family, We are so sorry for your loss. Mr. Carlton was a fine man who will surely be missed.
Edith Davis
August 13, 2021
We have lost a great man, but Heaven holds him while he waits for you all to join him. I extend my love, sympathy, and prayers to each of you! Edith Payne Davis
Ellen Kennedy
August 12, 2021
What an incredible Christian man, husband, father, grandfather and statesman! Carlton's legacy will live on long after his passing. My sincere condolences to his beloved family.
Jodie E & Portia CORN
August 12, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Prayers for the family.
Bruce and Sheila Chapman
August 12, 2021
Carlton Colwell was a fine man and did more for this community in his lifetime than anyone we know. We miss the days when he and Ralph Twiggs represented us in Atlanta!
Our heartfelt condolences to Odetta and all the family. We pray that God will
comfort you in this difficult time.
Eloise England Family
August 12, 2021
To the Colwell family our deepest sympathy you had a very wonderful kind husband and father who will be remembered by much of Blairsville for the many things he gave to our town. He raised children who are following in his footsteps what an honor to his legacy. We will see our loved ones again in heaven
Chris Beavers
August 12, 2021
To all the Coldwell family,I can't ever thank you enough for all the kindness and help all of you has shown me and my family.
So sorry to hear of Carlton's passing. Your family is in our prayers.
Sorry I couldn't make it to visitation.
Chris and Jan Beavers
Lisa Kelley
August 12, 2021
In loving memory of a wonderful man. I will miss your kind words, warm smile, and all the ways you helped people over the years. My Dad told me several funny stories about the mischief you two got into when you were boys. I am proud to have had you for a cousin! My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Mountain View Funeral Home
August 14, 2021
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Kathy Gordon
August 12, 2021
Condolences to the family.
Bill Kelley
August 12, 2021
There is no words to express how we feel about the lost of this great man and cousin.
Julie Shook
August 12, 2021
I have never met a kinder true Christian in my life. Love to Odetta and all the family. You have been blessed to have had him in your life
Gayle Easley
August 12, 2021
From early on our families have been intertwined. This precious friendship began when Carlton and Mom went to school together. Then as time went on, when there was a Colwell boy born, there was also a Sullivan girl born. We all went to school together and became good friends. I will always have fond memories of the MANY rides to the skating rink in Suches, thanks to Carlton and Odetta. The connection continues with a neice, Karla, and Tom. Carlton wore many hats and wore them all with such greatness. He touched a lot of hearts that are now feeling a loss, mine is one of those. I want to express my deepest sympathy to all of his family.
Denise Hamby
August 12, 2021
My father, Loy Hamby, worked for Colwell Construction until he retired. We all loved Carlton, grew up like family. He was loved and will be missed. One of the finest people I ever knew.
My husband and I would like to offer our prayers, love and deepest condolences to the family.
Carson Steve and Denise Hamby Ballard
Debbie Burger
August 11, 2021
I am so saddened to hear of Mr Carlton's passing. He was one of the kindest people I have ever known. Love, hugs and prayers to the family.
EDDY HOOD
August 11, 2021
Carlton was a good friend that I enjoyed talking with.My condolences to all his family
Kenny & Rebecca Payne
August 11, 2021
Prayers for Carltons family! He was a great man and good hearted person you will be missed!
Carroll Lee
August 11, 2021
May the peace of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, be with you during this time of bereavement.
Richard & Willene Haigler
August 11, 2021
So sorry for the Colwell Family one and all -You'll had a fine man in your lives He always was the same no matter where you met him- we loved to see the Family over the many years at the Deer Lodge fine customers and family. You are in our Prayers.
Billy & Ashly (Claypool) Payne
August 11, 2021
So sorry to hear of Carlton’s passing. He was a kind man and did so much for our county. He will be greatly missed. Prayers for all the family during this time.
THE YOUNGBLOOD FAMILY Brown
August 11, 2021
Our prayers are with you.
Carol (Jones) King
August 11, 2021
Colwell Family, deepest sympathy.
Michelle Queen
August 11, 2021
I am so sorry to hear of Carlton’s passing. I can just see him and Papaw catching up everything! My prayers are with you all. May God bless and give you peace and comfort that only God can give. Please let me know if I can do anything! Love y’all!
Donna Ralston-Tipton
August 11, 2021
I have wonderful, fond memories of Uncle Carlton.. he was always so kind. You are all in my prayers.. sending love to you all.
Steve & Suellen Morlock
August 11, 2021
My son, Kyle(Morlock) played sports with Sawyer(Drake) for more than 10 years. There was never a game that Carlton did not stop Kyle and tell him what a great game he had, even if he had not had a great game, and what an athlete he was. Our condolences to the entire family, what a remarkable man he was.
LOIS NICHOLSON
August 11, 2021
My prayers go out to all of you, Kelsey was always proud of Carlton, and my appreciation for Curtiss' friendship & his business with me , LOIS from CLAY COUNTY TV .
Andy and Sue Williams
August 11, 2021
With deepest sympathy. May the love and peace of Jesus comfort you at this time.
Roberta Underwood
August 11, 2021
My sincere sympathy......
Sharon Odom
August 11, 2021
Our hearts are broken for your family. We know that Mr. Carlton and Big Earl are having some great political debates right now! He was truly one of the finest men that our family has ever known, and will not be forgotten.
Sheryl Groves
August 11, 2021
I’m so sorry for your loss. He will be missed by any one who had the privilege of knowing him. God’s blessings to your family.
Lisa Davis
August 11, 2021
Curtis and Mary Colwell, I’m so sorry for y’all’s loss, praying for comfort and peace for the family. Lisa Davis
Cindi Rhoten
August 11, 2021
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
Much Love
Dan and Cindi Rhoten
Margie Harkins
August 11, 2021
Dear Odetta and family. My heart is saddened by the loss of your loved one Carlton. I have fond memories of the years I have known the family and also worked at Colwell Construction. He will surely be missed and will leave a vacancy, but God will extend His Hand of Mercy and Comfort in this difficult times ahead. All of the family will be in my prayers. God Bless everyone. Love, Margie Harkins
Jerry Davis
August 11, 2021
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. I will miss Mr. Colwell and his words of encouragement.
Jeff and Penny Tanner
August 10, 2021
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Rose Terry
August 10, 2021
Sending Love and prayers to Odetta and family. He was a good friend to all. RIP CARLTON
RoseMarie & Jim Terry
Trudy Hamby
August 10, 2021
I had a lot of respect for this fine man and he will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Bobby C. Milam
August 10, 2021
Carlton was a good friend. He was responsible for getting the Appalachian Circuit created and me be the 1st Judge. Anything we needed for the court system he was always willing to help us get. My prayers will be for the family during this very stressable time.
Gary and Paulette Hill
August 10, 2021
So very sorry for your loss. May the Lord comfort your family and give you peace.
Dwight and Martha Berrong
August 10, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family.
Stan Autry
August 10, 2021
In loving memory of a wonderful man. He never met a stranger. He treated me like l was one of his own. I have only great respect for Mr.Carlton Colwell. Prayers for the family.
Stanley and Beverly Autry
Dewitt and Mary Berrong
August 10, 2021
Carlton helped so many people in this area. He helped Dewitt to get a job with the Department of Transportation and because of his intervention we were able to move back home to the mountains, to raise our children here where we were raised. He was never too busy to take a call from one of “ his people.” He treated us all like family. He was a treasure and will be missed. Our sincere condolences to the family on the loss of this wonderful man.
Dewitt and Mary Berrong
Elizabeth Perry
August 10, 2021
Carlton and all of his family have been friends for at least three generations. Starting with my Father, Robert Butt, to my son, Brock. May each of you feel Peace, love and Grace that only God can give.
Elizabeth (Butt) Perry
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August 10, 2021
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Jerry Merritt
August 10, 2021
He was one of the finest men that I have ever known
Cynthia Friel
August 10, 2021
My deepest heartfelt condolences to your family for the loss of such a caring and wonderful man. When he worked at the Capitol, and we took our son, Mathhew King there, Carlton gave us the red carpet treatment, and had a Resolution made and typed up commending the bravery of Matthew for undergoing so many heart surgeries. The pictures of us with Carlton and speaker,Tom Murphy, and the Resolution still proudly hang on my wall.
May God bless you all during this sad time.
Fondly,
Cynthia Friel
Red John & Lynda McClincy
August 9, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Tony Dyer
August 9, 2021
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved ones today and always. Carlton was a GOOD MAN who is remembered and will always be remembered for his loyal and dedicated service to His Church, to His State and to His Community. There are not many of us left who can remember all those many deeds He served us with in the 60's, 70's, 80's and 90's, but I can. THANK YOU CARLTON. BLESS ALL THE FAMILY. Tony & Andrea Dyer
Cathy Thomas
August 9, 2021
I am so sorry to hear about your loss.Prayers for all the family and friends..God Bless.
Lynn and Danny Garland
August 9, 2021
Sending our love and prayers.
Max and Pauline Ware
August 9, 2021
Carlton was such a good friend over the years. Our condolences to the family
Johnny & Shirley Smith
August 9, 2021
Blessed to have known such a wonderful man praying for love and comfort for his precious family ❤
Laurann Cook
August 9, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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