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BORN
1942
DIED
2023
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Martinsville, Virginia
Richard Carle Obituary
He was preceded in death by his parents, Elizabeth and Edward Carle; his brothers, William and Charles; his sister, Angela; and his grandson, Michael. He is survived by his brother, Robert Carle (Melva); twin sister, Margaret Robins; his wife, Susanna Schutrumpf Carle; children, John Schutrumpf (Cheryl) and Theresa Schutrumpf Winter; grandchildren, Rebecca Lea Otto and Lindsey Nicole Winter; multiple great-grandchildren, a great-great-grandson and many nieces and nephews.
He attended St. Paul's Catholic Primary School, Cathedral High School, and graduated from St. Bernard's College in Alabama. He owned and operated Carle's Amoco, then Carle's Texaco in Richmond until he retired in 2010. He attended St. Bridget Catholic Church and was a Knight of Columbus in Council 395. In Martinsville, he was a St. Joseph Catholic Church parishioner and an officer in KofC Council 6538.
While living in King's Grant Retirement Community in Martinsville he was an active volunteer, participated in many activities and sports, was a star of the Water Volleyball Team, and won multiple pool (billiards) championships.
Richard was respected and loved by all who knew him. He was frequently referred to as a "Gentle Man and a Gentleman."
A Memorial Mass will be held on Friday, May 19, 2023, at 1 p.m., at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 9505 Gayton Rd., Richmond, Va. 23229. Visitation in the Upper Commons to follow.
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Sponsored by Norris Funeral Services Inc and Crematory - Martinsville Chapel.
Chris Hartless
June 4, 2023
I sure was sorry to hear of Richard's passing. I worked for Carle's Amoco for 5 years, Richard taught me a lot about retail sales. He was a great supervisor & co-worker. Richard helped lay the groundwork for my future job.
Barbara Jimerson McNeace
June 3, 2023
So so sorry to hear of Richie´s passing. We were in high school together at Cathedral. His brother Robert and I graduated together. Very sad to hear of his death. Barbara Jimerson McNeace
Cheryl and Wilber Mallory
May 18, 2023
Dear John (and Cheryl), we extend Sincere Sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your father and loved one. God Bless you all.
Patricia Kidd
May 17, 2023
Margaret, I am so sorry for your loss. I will pray for comfort for you and your family.
Chris Hartless (Wonder Boy)
May 17, 2023
God Bless Richard, hope to see you again in Heaven. May you RIP.
Ben Dawson
May 9, 2023
I am sorry for your loss. He will be missed even though I only knew him for a short period of time.
Mary George
May 9, 2023
Such a wonderful and caring man. "Words cannot express how saddened we are . He will be deeply missed.
We are all here for you and keeping you in our prayers.
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