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Macon, Georgia
Orrin Hall "O.H." Carstarphen, Jr., 86, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2013. Graveside services will be held on Friday, April 5, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. in Macon Memorial Park Cemetery with the Rev. Steve Wammock officiating. The family will greet friends on Thursday, April 4, 2013 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Macon Memorial Park Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Masonic Home of Georgia, 1417 Nottingham Drive, Macon GA 31217 or to Southern Care Hospice, 5233 Riverside Drive, Macon GA 31210.
O.H. was born in Macon, GA to the late Orrin and Mary Carstarphen, Sr. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy K. Carstarphen, three sons, Orrin Carstarphen,III, James A. Carstarphen, Sr., and Jeff Carstarphen. O.H. was a graduate of Lanier High School and Mercer University. He served in the United States Army during World War II and was retired from Robins Air Force Base as a civil engineer. He was of the Methodist faith. O.H. was a Mason for 66 years and secretary of Fort Hawkins #418 Lodge for over 40 years. He enjoyed traveling, meeting people and loved spending time with his family.
He is survived by his children, Danny (Brenda) Carstarphen, Sr. of Macon, Teressa C. (Greg) Schultz of Macon, eight grandchildren, Denise Jackson, Orrin Carstarphen, IV, Jennifer Marsh, Danny Carstarphen, Jr., Justin Carstarphen, James Carstarphen Jr., Christopher Carstarphen and Ciera Schultz, fifteen great-grandchildren and three great great grandchildren.
The family would like to thank his devoted and nurturing caregiver, Johnnie Mae Brandful and others for their giving care to our Dad.
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April 6, 2013
Brenda Carstarphen
April 4, 2013
Charlotte Woody
Our prayers are with your family. May God strengthen you at this difficult time.
Charlotte Woody
April 4, 2013
Cecil & Crystal McCall
Sorry for your loss,the family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
April 4, 2013
Dear Danny, Brenda and family,
So sorry for your loss. Rusty and I are thinking of you at this time. Treasure the memories.
Love,
Rusty and Gwen Worsham
April 4, 2013
Somers Raymond
Captain {Danny} so sorry to har about your dad my prayers are for you and family
April 4, 2013
Many years ago when I was in my 20's and just starting out in the business world working for Procter & Gamle, I called on Orrin who was a classmate at Lanier. I have always remembered him. He was a real gentleman and was liked by everyone. My condolonces to the family.
Carl J. Davis, Orlando, FL
April 4, 2013
Randy Bolden
Captain Carstarphen, (Danny),My prayers and sympathy go out to you and your family during this time.
April 4, 2013
Teresa White Ethridge
Teresa, I'm so sorry for your loss. May God comfort you and your family.
April 3, 2013
gerri harris
my prayer is with you and family of the carstarphen jr may god keep his loving arms around you gerri harris johnnie mae daughter
April 3, 2013
DeLores Smith
We will always have good memories of our times with Orrin and Dot. We are sorry to hear of his death, but we know Dot has been waiting on him and they are having a good time together once again!
Our sympathies and love to all of the family.
Ronald and DeLores Smith
April 3, 2013
Steve Foster
Danny, sorry to hear about your father...I enjoyed working with him in the mid-70's...
April 3, 2013
Lynn Watson
Please accept our sympathy during this time. Lynn and Danny Watson
April 3, 2013
Kelly Higdon
Danny, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Much love to all of you in your time of need. Please don't hesitate to call if you need anything. We love yall!
April 3, 2013
You were always a loving Father-In- Law to me and I know you are in heaven with Mama Dot, Orrin, James & Jeff. You will be missed and always remembered.
Nancy Carstarphen
April 3, 2013
Carol Hall
Dan, may the peace of the Lord give you and your family comfort and strength in this time of sorrow. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
April 3, 2013
CONNIE NESMITH PAUL
TERESSA,
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
April 3, 2013
Susan Moore
April 3, 2013
Pam & David Bridges
Danny, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of great loss.
April 3, 2013
Gina Ussery Elliott
Teressa and Danny,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. I have many fond memories of the entire Carstarphen Family and know that "Big Daddy" is now at peace. I am just a phone call away if you need anything. Much love,
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