"Heaven has gained a true saint. Mrs. Carter was once my substitute teacher when I was in third or fourth grade and was so sweet! Then I met up with her again when I attended college and later yet before my moving away. What a great conversationalist and caring person. So talented. "
In loving memory of
Julia R Carter
October 4, 1918 - November 15, 2021
Julia Winifred (Riley) Carter, 103, went to be with the Lord on November 15, 2021, at Colonial Oaks Healthcare.
Julia was born on October 4, 1918, in Phlox, Indiana, to Irvin and Bessie (Fox) Riley, the fifth of their seven children.
After graduating from Union Bible Seminary, Westfield, Indiana, Julia married E. Barton Carter, who preceded her in death in November 2000. They served together in ministry in Indiana and Arkansas prior to Barton's change of careers, which led them to Marion in 1962 when he accepted the position of General Treasurer of The Wesleyan Methodist Church.
A devoted mother, when faced with an empty nest in 1968 Julia accepted the position of secretary to the Dean of Students at Marion College (now Indiana Wesleyan University), where she worked for 20 years, impacting the lives of untold numbers of students whom she took under her wing. She had also been a substitute teacher and an editorial assistant.
Julia loved to travel, entertain, paint, read, write, and work crossword puzzles. She was a member of College Wesleyan Church and affiliated with Marion Philharmonic Friends, Mississinewa Valley Band Boosters, and Republican Women, among other causes.
A lifelong student, Julia's keen mind long recalled the Greek alphabet she learned in her teens, as well as many memorized scriptures. Her writer's mind infused words with grace and meaning, her musician's ear thrilled to melodious sound, and her artist's eye focused on beauty everywhere.
Julia outlived her parents and her siblings, Marjorie, twins Richard and Rachel, Eunice, Rebecca, and Joseph. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by granddaughter Natalie York. Survivors include sons Geoffrey and Brian Carter, and daughter Anne (Roger) Bainbridge, as well as 6 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great-grandchild, and many nieces and nephews.
Arrangements for Julia have been entrusted to College Park Chapel of Armes-Hunt Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 4601 South Western Avenue, Marion, Indiana 46953, where on Sunday, November 21, 2021, there will be a visitation held from 2:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M., with the funeral service beginning at 4:00 P.M., with Pastors Alex Mandura and Howard Castle officiating. A private burial will take place at Grant Memorial Park on Monday.
Memorial contributions may be made in honor of Julia to Gideons International, Marion Camp, P.O. Box 773, Marion, IN 46952
Online condolences and memories may be left at www.armeshuntfuneralhome.com
Tributes
"Julia was a beautiful friend, whom I first met at Marion College in 1969 when we were both secretaries there. Our paths crossed finally at Colonial Oaks when we were both residents there. She always had a sweet beautiful spirit , which I envied. My sympathy and prayers go out to her family. "
"My sweet Julia I will miss you so much. You had such a sweet spirit. You were my mentor, my prayer partner and my friend. I have so many wonderful memories with you. I loved your prayers, they were always pleasing to Him. I am sure that He has already told you "well done my good and faithful servant..well done. "
"In loving memory of Julia, such a lovely lady who I got to know in Bible Study, she walked in grace and was a beautiful Christian, and loved by many.
Joyce & Jeff Pappas"
"Many years ago my mother and I attended the Easter morning pageant at the Marion Coliseum, invited by Julia Carter, along with spending overnight at the Carter home. It was a delightful experience from start to finish. My sympathies to Geoff and Anne and the family. Nancy Warner"
"I light a candle in memory of a fomrer Bible Study Friend, Julia W. Carter, what a lady of grace, beauty and a Love for the Lord. We all know she's in heaven with our savior.
God bless you all, and especially her daughter and families.
Blessings,
Joyce Pappas & Jeff Pappas, "
"My beautiful Julia, I am going to miss you more than you could ever imagine. Thank you for being my mentor, my prayer partner and my friend. I will miss your smile, your sweet little giggle and your wisdom. You have waited for 103 years to be with our savior and there is no doubt you are with Him now. I am sure the first thing He said to you was "well done my good and faithful servant". Anne, Roger and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. "
"My condolences for your family. Julia was a very sweet lady. Love and prayers to all your family. God bless."
"She was a sweet lady! Always responsive and caring for us students. Sincere sympathy!"