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May 28, 1934 - August 28, 2019 Richard D. Carter, (Dickie, Dick and Rich), born in Hickory on May 28, 1934, the son of Joseph and Bessie Williams Carter, passed away on August 28, 2019 after a long battle with Cancer. Richard was a graduate of Cecil High School Class of 1952 where he was an active member of the Class Reunion Committee. After graduation from High School, he worked at the RCA in Meadowlands. Richard was drafted into the US Army in 1957 serving 2 years in Fort Knox, Kentucky. Upon finishing his 2 years in the Army, Rich attended Clarion University and California University of Pa. where he received a BS in Science in 1963. He joined the staff at Canon-McMIllan School district where he taught Chemistry and initiated Earth and Space Science to their curriculum. Richard then attended the University of Missouri on a National Science Fellowship in 1965 and received a certificate in Geology. He, also, received a National Science Fellowship to attend Union College in Schenectady, New York where he received his Masters of Chemistry. Richard also accepted a grant to attend Seton Hill University from Westinghouse in 1970. In 1969, he joined the staff at Bethel Park High School where he taught Chemistry, Nurses Chemistry and Geology. He initiated the Earth and Space Science course into their curriculum as well. He retired in 1992 from Bethel Park High School. In 1993, he joined the staff at Christ United Methodist Church as Maintenance Supervisor and overseer of an addition that Christ church was undertaking in 1993. Richard was a partner with his brother-in-law, Joe Gowern, in purchasing homes in Canonsburg and renovating them for sale or rent. He enjoyed building decks and game rooms for many people over the years. Rich was a collector of many antique cars. He built a 1952 MG TD and a 1963 Rag-top V. W. Both cars won many prizes. Every car that he owned over the years he renovated and did body and fender work on them. He learned body and fender work when he was employed by Boak's of Cecil while in high school. Rich belonged to the MG Club and the Mercedes Club. He belonged to Christ United Methodist Church where over the years he served on many Committees. He was a member of the Tuesday Morning Men's Consortium. He was also a past Elder and a Deacon of the Venice Presbyterian Church in Cecil. Richard leaves his wife, Linda Gowern Carter, of 56 years, and a son, Christopher (Jill) of Canonsburg and a daughter, Lenley Casares (Jeremy) of Upper St. Clair. Five grandchildren, Pap to Abigail and Ryan Carter, and Grand Pap to Lane and Jake and Poppy to Jillian Casares. His sister, Shirley (Ted) Thomas and a brother-in-law, Sidney Mastrangelo and sister-in-law, Libby Gowern, many wonderful nieces and nephews especially Dawn Chambers, Joni Gizzo, and Lynne Kennedy Settlemyer and nephews, Scott Mastrangelo and Sidney Michael Mastrangelo. Several cousins and many special good friends and many "girlfriends at CUMC". He was preceded in death by his mother and father, his brothers: Bill, Joe, Tom,George, Calvin, and Don. His sisters, LaVerna, Laura and Donna. His nephew and great friend, Tuck Carter. A special thanks to Dawn and Clete Chambers. Rich always said that people will remember him for his love of cars but he would rather be remembered for making people smile, he had a wonderful sense of humor and was a friend to all. There will be no visitation. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 7, 2019 in the sanctuary of Christ United Methodist Church, 44 Highland Road, Bethel Park, PA 15102. Arrangements made by John F. Slater Funeral Home, Inc., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227. In lieu of flowers a donation in his memory can be made to the Endowment Fund at Christ United Methodist Church, Bethel Park or Prime Time at Christ United Methodist Church, Bethel Park. August 08, 2021 Mr. Carter was my chemistry teacher at BPHS in 1991. Ironically, in 2021 that chemistry class was needed for me to get into nursing school. I often quote Mr. Carter still today. He would tell his students to work hard because " you don't want to be a slacker, loser." I will always remember the great advice and vow to work hard Mr. Carter so I don't become a slacker/loser.... I know Mr. Carter is in heaven and I appreciate all of the chemistry lessons! December 11, 2019 Linda, we are so sorry to hear about Richâ??s passing. We will miss his warm, smile as you both welcomed us in church. He will be missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers Linda. Praying God will stay close to you and help you in all the days ahead.
Sincerely,
Heidi and Mike Varner December 11, 2019 Deepest sympathy to a wonderful man...will be deeply missed...Brenda and Kenny Little December 11, 2019 I will miss his visits when he would stop at the house while he was walking the trail. God bless the entire family December 11, 2019 I have known Richard for at least 20 years. He was full of life & laughter. His smile & sense of humor were contagious, and I am a better person for knowing him. When he shared his diagnosis with me, I was heart-broken; how could a man so special be dealt such a devastating blow? I know he lived his life to the fullest, and gave his heart & soul into everything & everyone he loved. I will miss him, deeply. I will always remember him, and the way his light touched my soul. My deepest sympathy & heart-felt condolences are extended to all who share in mourning his loss. May everyone find peace & comfort in knowing Richard remains in our hearts, forever. �� December 11, 2019 Our deepest condolences Chris to you and your family. You have always been a good friend and a good person. My heart is with you my friend.
The Dyer Family December 11, 2019 God bless Uncle Dick, Aunt Linda, Chris, Lenley and Families. He was a Great Man, educated, mechanically inclined, and crafty, which is very rare! Being relentless to help his Son, is what I'll remember most about him, that is beyond Love. That is his Greatest Triumph!
Let him rest now, with his new heavenly body, refreshed and loved by those surrounding him, his family that passed before him. While we all hope, that we will meet again, and as we work towards that, we will miss him and continue to love him. God bless all of his relatives, we lost a Great One...â??ï¸?ð???ð??? Nephew Calvin December 11, 2019 Chris,
My family is prayerfully with yours at this time of sadness. Please accept our deepest condolences.
Terry December 11, 2019 Linda,
Iâ??m so sorry to hear of Richâ??s passing. He did always make me smile with his warm greetings at CUMC.
Our thoughts & prayers will be with you and your family.
Sincerely,
Deb Whitewood December 11, 2019 I remember Mr. Carter sending prayers December 11, 2019 Rich was loved by many and will certainly be remembered for making people smile. December 11, 2019 Mr. Carter enabled me to enjoy my high school chemistry class by making it interesting to learn. The breakthrough for me was when he taught my class the Periodic Table of the Elements. I was so excited that I told my parents about it that evening. From there I went on to earn both a BS and MS in chemistry. I owe him my career.
He will be missed. December 11, 2019 I am so sorry to hear about your dad. I donâ??t know how he put up with me in Chemistry class at Bethel! December 11, 2019 Dear Linda,
I was so sorry to hear of your husband's passing. I send all my prayers and good wishes to you and your family. May you find comfort in knowing that he is in God's arms.
All my sympathy to the whole family,
Leah Marks Heckert December 11, 2019 Everyone wanted Mr Carter for Chem in the early 70s. He made class interesting and he and I would talk cars and Volkswagens. Made an impression on me that has lasted my lifetime so far. Thank you. December 11, 2019 My Uncle Dick was a great guy with a warm smile and a kind word and he treated all his nieces and nephews the same. In other words , he never picked favorites. He treated everyone as his favorite and each of his nieces and nephews shared many stories and laughs with him over the years. He will be missed by all the members of all the families that married into the Carters. I will miss his easy going attitude and comedic timing. We can all learn from him and the mutual respect that he showed to all. December 11, 2019 Lenley and Carter family, my condolences to you. Dick was always a fun guy to be around during my tenure as an educator in Bethel Park. December 11, 2019 Dear Linda and family. Please accept my condolences. Uncle Dick was a lovely man.
Nena Lambert December 11, 2019 My prayers Dear Linda and family,
My prayers and Love go out to everyone. My late husband died 1-1/2 years ago and he graduated with you in 1958 from Canonsburg HS. (Ron Dagg) Linda I have sat with you and your husband at Christ U.M.Church. God be with you! December 11, 2019 Rich was a dear and special friend to Parker! Parker is really going to miss his "best friend" from church! Thanks for being that friend! Love you Rich! December 11, 2019 sorry for your lost will always remember how richard took the time to talk to our little ones from daycare December 11, 2019 Dear Linda, Christopher, and Lenley,
We will miss Rich so much. We remember the many Wednesday night dinners at CUMC with all the laughter and conversation. Rich was always smiling and was such a good person to everyone who came his way. He is at peace now.
Don and Karen Cross December 11, 2019 Dear Linda, Christopher, Lenley & all the family,
My deepest sympathy to you. You all know what Dick meant to all of us. The many many happy memories we will keep in our hearts and minds forever. I'm so glad we visited in June. I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
Linda, if you ever need a change of scenery, my home is always open to you.
Love & Sympathy,
Barb December 11, 2019 Roger and Lynn Angelelli
Dear Linda, Christopher and Lenley,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during these times of so many memories of a great man in our community. I will miss Dick's truth telling and importance of always doing and saying the right thing even when it was not politically correct. I admired his straightforwardness.
There are so many memories over the years from Brownsville and his nephew, Tuck, and the time that he took Christopher to see me at Mercy Hospital for an audiological evaluation. I will cherish those memories of Dick Carter forever. December 11, 2019 Linda and Family,
Was shocked and saddened to hear of Rich's death. He was a very special person and will be missed by many. Please accept our sincere sympathies.
You are in our prayers . . . Chuck and Yvonne Bly December 11, 2019 Linda and family. We remember when you live on Ridge Ave. and how must time we spend together watching the children grow. You moved away and we lost contact with each other. Our lives took on different paths, but I never forgot how wonderful Rich was and how nice he was to others. Your family was a blessing to us and we give thanks for your touching of our live, Sorry about his passing and may you always take care of your family and friends with blessings and prayers from us. Carol, David Jr. Jeffrey and Leigh Ann. We moved to Cocoa, Florida after my husband Bill and I retired from teaching. May you always be in God's grace, Carol Lightholder Alisesky Contact Us to have your link and message added here. Please fill out the form below. We will contact suitable submissions with further details.Richard D. Carter
May 28, 1934 - August 28, 2019
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