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Walter Carter Obituary
Walter R. Carter, age 73, of Manassas, Virginia, passed away on August 20, 2009 after a three year illness as a result of a stroke.
He served the Prince William County School system as athletic director, assistant principal and retired from the English department at Woodbridge High School. Walt also was owner of FandS Paint Company. Walt is survived by his devoted and beloved wife, Anita; his beloved daughter, Diane Sever, son-in-law Paul and cherished grandchildren Michael (Caryn), Valerie (Adam) and Dustin Sever; brothers, Warren (Carole), Donald (Vivian) and Welby (Lois); loyal and loved friend, Bob Throckmorton; special niece, Robin Spence and many nieces, cousins and friends. At the request of the family, there will be no memorial service. Inurnment will take place at Quantico National Cemetery on 31 August 2009 at noon. Family and friends are invited to join the procession from Miller Funeral Home by 11:15 a.m., at 3200 Golansky Boulevard, Woodbridge, Va. The family will receive family and friends at Diane and Paul's home, 4681 Kassel Circle, Dale City, Va., following inurnment until 7 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Walt's favorite charities: Dale City Volunteer Fire Department, 3171 Prince William Parkway, Woodbridge, VA 22192, and St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN, 38105. To offer the family condolences please visit www.millerfuneralhome.net
This obituary was originally published in the News & Messenger (Woodbridge, VA).
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February 23, 2019
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Heather (roberts) Zickefoose
May 12, 2010
I had Mr. Carter both my freshman and senior year for English in the mid-80's. He was one of the best teacher's I had. My thoughts are with the family. He will be missed Heather (Roberts) Zickefoose
randy omaley
September 18, 2009
I am so sorry to hear about Coach Carter's passing. I had the honor and great privilege of being one of his students as well as friend. Being a neighborhood kid, he yelled at me more then others in his class...HAHA At the time I did not like it but he would later tell me it was to make me stronger. It in fact did. I will forever cherish ALL of my memories with Walt. He will turly be missed.
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Diane Sever
September 4, 2009
These thoughts all tell the story of dad. He was loved more than I ever knew. I too will miss him forever but I know he is watching over us all now..
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Fred Schmied
September 4, 2009
My sympathies go out to the Carter family and everyone who knew him well. I had the priviledge of playing basketball for him for two seasons that resulted in championship teams. Those seasons were made up of a great bunch of guys who worked well together because of Coach Carter. I had a number of wonderful coaches at WSHS and Coach Carter was certainly one of them. His great enthusiasm and sense of humor made us all look forward to being around him on a daily basis. We had many, many laughs during those seasons. Even though I thought of him many times after high school I am sorry I never got a chance to see him or speak to him. All of the guys who played for him will be saddened by his passing but we are all happy that we knew him. God Bless the Carter family.
Alice Plaatje
September 2, 2009
I offer deep sympathy to the Carter family. I enjoyed working with him at Rippon. His wonderful sense of humor helped us go through many rough days. Fondly, Alice Plaatje
Alan Ross
August 31, 2009
My sympathies to the Carter Family and all of those who have known and loved Walt Carter over these many years. I worked with Walt at WSHS and enjoyed the time that we spent together. He had an amazing relationship with his students and players. Walt was strict with everyone but they all knew that he cared about them and that they would be better off if they did it THE CARTER WAY!. Of course they were better off, not just for that moment but for the rest of their life. Walt will be greatly missed!
Kelly Hessig
August 28, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
I've always remembered my 1st day in my 6th grade gym class, this scary man screaming at us (a bunch of scared brand new 6th graders at Fred Lynn MS)...there are 2 ways to do things...the wrong way AND THE CARTER WAY. I'd like to think I did things the Carter way :). Mr Carter was a great Educator! Go Hornets & Vikings!
August 27, 2009
I taught with Walt at Fred Lynn from 1964-191966 and remember him fondly not only as a colleague but as a friend. My sympathies go out to his family.
Danette Blundell Bailly
Chris Barkdull
August 27, 2009
I will always remember Mr. Carter for his no nonsense attitude but ability to lighten things up when needed. I always enjoyed English with him especially as he would walk around the "room" reading from Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar"
Lee Mulleady
August 27, 2009
There are few people that can leave such a big impression on others. It's been 25 years since I was in high school and I admit that I can't remember many of my teachers. However, Mr. Carter still vividly exists in my memory. His rich commanding voice, stern glare, and good hearted nature. Those of us who knew the man were lucky.
Jim Gerock
August 26, 2009
My condolences to the family. Mr. Carter was one of my favorite teachers during my attendance at Fred Lynn Middle School and Woodbridge High. I'm proud to be a Class of '84 alumni that knew Walt.
Ben Keilholtz
August 26, 2009
My condolences to Anita and the entire family. I was proud to have Walt as my godfather, and he will be missed.
Julie Clark
August 25, 2009
How very sad the passing of Walt Carter makes me and those of us who knew him as a wise, fair and kind colleague in the English Department at WSHS. His honesty and forthrightness influenced us then and they continue to do so in our lives. My deepest sympathies at your loss.
Mary Jo Pedersen
August 24, 2009
Dear Anita, Diane, and Family,
My sincerest condolences to you all. Walt was such a wonderful man. He was an inspiration in the classroom and a wonderful friend. Teaching with him at WSHS was an honor. His students respected him and learned so much from him. Stict, strict, strict! but his students LOVED him! If anyone got out of line, his favorite expression was, "Hit the bricks!" (leave the classroom!) The roughest kids in the school were sent to Walt because he could handle them and turn them around to become model students. EVERYONE respected Walt because he was fair, honest, and sincere. His wonderful sense of humor was contagious! Truly the heavens have opened up for Walt. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to you.
August 24, 2009
Dear Diane and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please pass on our condolences to your Mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sincerely, Steve and Gail Edwards
Rob Raines
August 24, 2009
My condolences to Mr. Walter Carter's family.He reminded me of my Dad,Jim Raines.Hard nosed,to the point,respected, but most of all fair to everyone.We are a little short of men like that these days so its a terrible loss for many reasons.We will see him again shortly,but lets try to maybe follow by that example until then .Respectfully.Rob.
JOHN Hosey
August 22, 2009
My deepest sympathies to the Carter family. Mr. Carter was an inspiration to his students. He was straightforward and no-nonsense and yet willing to nurture anyone who needed his help. While I was never a gifted athlete, Mr. Carter used me as a stat man and scorekeeper on many of his teams, and always made me feel like I was a member. Woodbridge and the PW County School system will miss him greatly.
John Tompkins
August 22, 2009
Sorry to hear about Walt passing. I knew Walt from working with him at WSHS. He was a champ. He was a true educator, coach, and friend. My thoughts go out to Anita and the family.
August 22, 2009
Dear Anita and family
J David and I are so saddened by Walt's passing. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We have many fond memories of Walt and he will be missed. Please let us know if you need anything. We love you.
JDavid & Kaye Keith
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