Robert Carter Obituary

Robert S. Carter, Jr., of West Hartford, beloved husband for 65 years of Carole D. Carter, died August 30, 2023. Bob was born March 29, 1932, in Hartford. He was the only child of Robert S. and Trice D. Carter. Bob graduated as a Cadet Major from Massanutten Military Academy in Woodstock, VA, attended Gettysburg College in Gettysburg, PA, served his country in the US Army and graduated from Trinity College in Hartford. Bob worked for Hartford National Bank and it’s successor banks. After a 30-year career, he retired from Bank of America as Vice President and Manager of the West Hartford Personal Trust Office. His calm demeanor and sage advice were valued by his clients and colleagues. Bob was actively involved in Boy Scouts from a young age, achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. He coached Little League Baseball for 26 years, positively impacting the lives of many along the way. For 57 years he was a member of First Church of Christ Congregational in West Hartford, serving on numerous boards and committees. He was an avid collector of Political Americana for 60 years and was, for much of that time, active with other collectors at meetings and conventions.

In addition to his wife, he leaves his children, Janice Carter Hall and her husband Stephen, and R. Stuart Carter III; five grandchildren, Nicholas, Bridget, and Caitlin Rog; Annabelle and Robert Carter. Bob loved his nieces and nephews, Susan Skoglund, Peggy Mcneff (Larry), Scott Delesdernier (Karin) and David Delesdernier, who were a big part of his life. He was pre-deceased by his nephews Gregory and Paul Secon.

A celebration of Bob’s life will be held on Saturday, September 23, 2023, 11:00 a.m. at First Church of Christ Congregational, 12 South Main St, West Hartford, with a church reception to follow. Please wear something red, Bob’s favorite color! The Sheehan Hilborn Breen Funeral Home, 1084 New Britain Avenue, West Hartford, has care of arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First Church of Christ Congregational, 12 S Main St, West Hartford, CT 06107, West Hartford Food Pantry, 50 South Main St, West Hartford, CT 06107 or Loaves and Fishes Ministries, INC-Pantry Program, 646 Prospect Ave, Hartford, CT 06105.

Bob was one of the best human beings to ever grace the planet. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Online condolences may be made at www.SheehanHilbornBreen.com