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HARRIS CARTER Obituary

CARTER, Harris Q., a native of Tampa, passed away on his birthday, November 8, 2011, at the age of 84. He served in the U.S. Marines and as a Lieutenant in the Air Force during the Korean conflict. He received his bachelor's degree from Florida State University and his master's degree from the University of Florida. He was a teacher at Palm River Elementary and Temple Terrace Elementary. He was a Principal at several schools throughout Hillsborough County over the course of 45 years. He retired as a Principal from Lopez Elementary in 1995. He is survived by his loving wife, Dorothy Manolt Carter; three children, Randy Carter (Paula), Cynthia Ober, and Sally Perez (Angel); also, eight grandchildren and five great-granddaughters. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Temple Terrace United Methodist Church. A funeral service will take place at 3 p.m. Saturday, November 12, 2011, at Garden of Memories Funeral Home, 4207 E. Lake Ave., Tampa, Fla. The family will receive friends one hour prior to service.

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Published by TBO.com on Nov. 11, 2011.

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Sue Bunch

November 15, 2011

I met Mr. Carter when I registered my daughter for first grade when Lopez opened. We became great friends working in PTA together. Then he gave me an opportunity to work for him. He was a very wise man and he treated his faculty like a family. He molded Lopez into the great school it is today by always having the children's best interest at heart. I loved him for what he stood for and the leadership and love that he showed his teachers. I send my thoughts and prayers to Mrs. Carter and the family. He will be greatly missed. May God comfort you at this sad time.

Al Dahma

November 14, 2011

Mr. Carter gave me my opportunity and for that I will never forget him. He was my mentor, my guidance, and most of all my friend. The wonderful conversations that we had regarding school, sports, and politics will always be etched in my mind. The many laughs we shared together regarding whatever topic were memorable. He was a character, a leader, a tough hombre when he needed to be, and yet a soft teddy bear also. He always taught me that no one is perfect but use the strengths of any individual to make your school better and to make that person feel good about themselves. I will truly miss Harry, but will always remember what he stood for and the dignity and integrity that he always used as he walked through life. As I always said about educators, don't worry when you get to the pearly gates, St. Peter will have no questions because he knew what good you did here on earth. God Bless you Harry.

sherry blakemore

November 11, 2011

Mr. Carter hired me when we moved to Florida. He made Lopez a family. He was a loyal, kind, and dependable man. He took care of me as a daughter. His integrity, upfrontness, and heart made him a very special person. He had a strong impact on my life and taught me what was important. I am glad I was able to see him over the years after his retirement and keep up with his life. He will be truly missed, but never forgotten.
Sherry Blakemore

Paul Sedwick

November 11, 2011

It has been some years since our last meeting Mr. Carter. I will remember you as a wonderful mild mannered man of the highest integrity. Our conversations were always interesting, upbeat and adventurous!
My thoughts go out to family and friends. Mr. Carter was an inspiration to all.
May you sail in bliss on the eternal seas!

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