Robert Leroy Carothers |
| Posted 2008-06-22 by Judy Wight Branson |
| Daily Courier, Prescott, Arizona Wednesday, March 24, 2004 Robert L. Carothers, died in Prescott on his 81st birthday, April 22, 2004. He was born in Avalon, Allegheny County, Pa. He came to Prescott as a toddler, 78 years ago. He was preceded in death by his parents, stepmother, brother, step- brother, and two sisters. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Carol Jean Carothers; his seven children, Steven W. Carothers, Kathleen J. Hull, Robert A. Carothers, Constance M. Scott, Margaret L. Carothers, Christopher C. Carothers and Harriet J. Parks; 17 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; his sister, Ruth Beck; his step-sister, Lorene Carothers; and lastly, he is survived by his companion, to the end, Milo, the ageless Siamese cat. Following his arrival as a toddler in Prescott, "Bob" Carothers spent his entire life as a Prescott resident, graduating from Prescott High School in 1940, and was married and already a family man at age 19. He spent his working life in sales, first for Coca- Cola Bottling Company, then Price Beverages. He finally retired from Mile-Hi Distributors, in 1985. Bob was a dedicated family man, leaving in all his children a passion for life, but in his sons, a special love for hunting and the great out-of-doors. With his four daughters, in addition to the love of nature, he also left a special dedication to the Arizona Diamondbacks. One of Bob's last conscious comments, a few hours before joining his Lord, was a remark of dismay at the ejection of Steve Finley from the April 21st game against the Milwaukee Brewers. Bob was an expert and a very competitive player of horseshoes. He also enjoyed Grafting woodworks for his grand and great grandkids and to this day, they all have mementos from his woodshop. He enjoyed writing poetry his entire life and could be counted on to read his newest opus at most family gatherings. Bob was an especially sensitive, genuine, and loving man. After one of his readings, there would not be a dry eye in the audience, including his own. Like many Americans, born into the early 20th century, Bob came from an early life of hardship that left him with an intense work ethic and special gratitude for all of life's gifts. There are many words to describe Bob: husband, father, patriot, grampa, greatgrampa, friend, patriarch, poet, humorist, generous, intelligent, and sensitive. He flew the American Flag in front of his home and was the kind of dad who went to all the school plays and sports games. He was a regular volunteer at his children's schools. He was very proud of his family. Bob always had a kind word for everyone, friends and strangers alike. He will be remembered by many and missed by all. His family will be holding a "Celebration of His Life," Saturday, May 1, at 3 p.m., at the Friendly Pines Camp, where Bob and Carol managed the camp kitchen for ten summers. Friendly Pines Camp is located off Senator Highway, on the outskirts of Prescott. Take Senator Highway approximately six miles past Goldwater Lake, past School House Gulch Road to Marapai Road, turn right. Continue on Marapai Road to Peter Mackin Road and turn left. Continue, until you see signs and entry to Friendly Pines Camp. Friends and family are welcome. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be directed to Prescott Hospice Family Care, 100 East Sheldon Street, Prescott, AZ 86301. The Hampton Funeral Home was entrusted with the arrangements. Information provided by survivors. |
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