Dr. John J. Carey

A celebration of life service for Dr. John J. Carey, who passed away March 2 in Durham, N.C., will be held at 2 p.m. April 22 at First Presbyterian Church, 110 N. Adams St., Tallahassee.

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Published by Tallahassee Democrat from Apr. 2 to Apr. 16, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for John Carey

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19 Entries

Mel and Pat Oakes

March 6, 2023

While we sadly lost dear John and dear Sally, we reconnected with the little girls that also enriched our lives at FSU in late 50s and early 60s. We cherish the continued Carey connection and share their sorrow.

a student

November 24, 2019

i met dr. carey as a student in the "introduction to the new testament" course he taught at FSU. he was my most memorable professor. he was kind, promoted discourse, encouraged open-mindedness, and helped me to develop logical thinking and clarity of thought and expression. his many, many acts of compassion in class made an impression on me that i carry with me to this day. perhaps most importantly, he was quick to see the good in his students and share that vision with them.

condolences to his family.

John J. Carey (our dad) with our mom, Sally S. Carey (now Malloy), and their three daughters, Beth Ann (Dad holding Beth); Sarah Kathryn, & Mary Lynn.

Sarah Carey

August 27, 2017

4/1963 Sally Carey, Dick and Sue Berkley, John Carey, Pat Winter holding Mary Lynn Carey, Margaret Weatherford holding Sarah Catherine and a mystery

Mel and Pat Oakes

August 14, 2017

Mel and Pat Oakes

August 14, 2017

My wife and I met at FSU in the Congregational Church group that John started in the Baptist Student Union. His leadership and his elevating religious dialogue was responsible for making it a lifetime changing experience. We kept in touch over the ensuing years. We have wonderful memories of John, Sarah Catherine and Mary Lynn. Our sympathies go out to all the family.

June 3, 2017

Our sincere condolences to the family. Our prayers are as yours, that God provide his care and comfort you each day. - Ps 145:18,19

June 2, 2017

Our sincere condolences to the family. Our prayers are as yours, that God provide his care and comfort you each day. - Ps 145:18,19

Katherine Shelfer

April 14, 2017

John Carey was interested in his students. He cared about our character as much as he cared about our intellectual development. That is both rare and wonderful. But his gentle nature and kind heart are what I will remember most.

N K

April 3, 2017

A wonderful man! RIP!! You were loved greatly by family and friends. Time for your Guardian Angel role! I KNOW you will NAIL IT!!!

Charles Montford

March 20, 2017

I am sad to read of Dr. John Carey's passing. More than my Bible professor, he was my friend when he took charge of the leadership of the Wesley Foundation at FSU in 1960, in the absence of his dear friend and collegue, Austin Hollady, the Director, who was incapacitated by a heart attack. Dr. Carey counseled and preached to hundreds of Methodist students during Austin's recuperation. I still have several of Dr. Carey's sermons to the Wesley students: I will cherish them as long as i live. He was a brilliant scholar!

March 19, 2017

My condolence to you and your family at this time.May you find peace.

Alphonso

March 14, 2017

To the family of Dr. John J. Carey, I am so sorry for your loss. I'm sure you will miss him dearly. Please find comfort in knowing one day we will see our loved ones again. John 6:40. Matthew 5:5.

Karen Lipinczyk

March 14, 2017

Mary Charlotte. To John's evanescent spirit and your perseverance: well done good and faithful servants.

Jessica Heath Quance

March 13, 2017

I remember Dr. Carey fondly as my Religions in a America professor at ASC. He had an ability to make studying religion fascinating and was always available to his students. We all learned so much from him and it is from him that I gained an appreciation for studying different philosophies/ religions. He will be very missed.

Becky

March 13, 2017

My deepest sympathy to the family. May the "God of tender mercies and all comfort" help you through this difficult time -2 cor 1:3.

March 13, 2017

Rest In Peace John...you were an influential force on so many levels and in so many circles. Our hearts and prayers are for you and with your family. Although we did not know you more than a brief time in the grand scheme of life we did and do cherish your acquaintance and friendship--we will keep in touch through your daughters and our grandchildren--Jim and Kay.

Emma Lou Brogdon

March 12, 2017

Dear Beth,

I always felt so honored to be around your Daddy. He was absolutely so very gentle, so loving, he would always thank me for anything I did, such as making him an appointment, greeting him as he walked through the front door, offering him coffee or even water, he had such a sweetness about him. He always treated me with such kindness, always asking about my family, especially my boys, and always sharing how blessed he was and how he adored each of his beautiful girls. Every time I would ask your Daddy about you, before he would say anything, all of a sudden, out of nowhere, he would have the sweetest smile on his face, with such a twinkle in his eyes. I can remember wondering what it would be like to have a Daddy like yours, and would he break into a smile if someone asked about me? Unfortunately, my Daddy died when I was 8 years old so I was always very aware of how other Daddy's treated their Daughter's. I do remember, as if it was yesterday, when I began working in the practice, there was a day the phone was ringing off the hook, a patient was at the front window, trying to interrupt me while I was trying to schedule an appointment for your Daddy's next visit, and out of nowhere, your Daddy ask me if he needed to talk with Dr Hughes about working me so hard? I almost broke down in tears. Honestly, I couldn't believe anyone could be that kind. From that moment on, your Daddy won my heart!!

One of the greatest gifts in my entire lifetime, was being hired by Dr Hughes to be the office manager in his dental practice. From the very first moment, I met some of the most incredible people who would make such an amazing impact on my life. Beth, you, your Daddy, your Mama, Sarah, and Marylynn, have always been so very special to me. No matter, that it has been so many years since I last saw any of you, each of you truly made me a better person and I will always be indebted and grateful for your very precious family.

As I celebrate your Daddy's life, with all of my heart, I thank him for making me feel special, and for always treating me with the upmost respect and appreciation.

Sweet Beth, you are in my thoughts, my prayers, and I truly love you with all of my heart.❤
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