Charles  McCarter

Obituary of Charles Lemuel McCarter

Mr. Charles Lemuel McCarter, age 69 a resident of Auburndale passed away Saturday, November 10, 2018 at his home with family. Mr. McCarter was born January 14, 1949 in Winter Haven to Isaac Ellis and Sarah Jane (Palmore) McCarter. He was a lifetime Polk County resident and graduated from Auburndale High School Class of 1967. He was a member of Lena Vista Baptist Church in Auburndale where he was also the minister of music. Charles retired after 32 yrs. from Auburndale High School. He also taught at Oviedo High School and Lake Wales Christian School. He enjoyed vegetable gardening, singing in quartets, music and spending time with his family. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister – Judy Vann. Charles is survived by his loving & devoted family; Wife of 49 ½ yrs.: Ellen McCarter of Auburndale, Daughter: Jill (Thomas) Stross of Warroad, MN., 2 Sons: Isaac (Harmony) McCarter of Surprise, AZ., Bryant (Laura) McCarter of Lake Wales, Brother: Allen (Judy) McCarter of Auburndale, 4 Grandchildren: Dylan, Tyler, Liam & Katrina.

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations in Mr. McCarter’s name to Good Shepherd Hospice, 105 Arneson Ave., Auburndale, FL. 33823.

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Saturday
17
November

Visitation

10:00 am - 11:00 am
Saturday, November 17, 2018
First Baptist Church Polk City
212 Hamolia Avenue
Polk City , Florida, United States
(863) 984-1384
Saturday
17
November

Funeral Service

11:00 am
Saturday, November 17, 2018
First Baptist Church Polk City
212 Hamolia Avenue
Polk City , Florida, United States
(863) 984-1384

Interment

Auburndale Memorial Park
1889 West Derby Avenue
Auburndale, Florida, United States
863-965-5514