Harold M. Carton, 83, of Tryon died Saturday, Feb. 4, 2012. He was the husband of Debra Abbott Carton of 36 years.
Born in Boston, Mass., Harold grew up on the shores of Cape Cod. He spent a lifetime in sales and for the past several years was a consultant to the O’Dell Corporation in Ware Shoals, S.C. He was a member of Tryon Presbyterian Church and Kiwanis Club.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Christopher P. Carton of Hayden, Idaho; a daughter, Heidi J. Quick of Raleigh, N.C.; two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by a son, Daniel Carton.
At his request there will be no services. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to FENCE, 3381 Hunting Country Road, Tryon, N.C. 28782.
Condolences may be left at www.pettyfuneralhome.com.
Petty Funeral Home & Crematory, Landrum.