Major McCarty Obituary

Major Mccarty was a good and honorable man. It was a pleasure and honor to have known him. Clark DuBose

Sympathy goes out from the Berry Clan for Van and the McCarty family. He was my principle at Irmo in middle school and high school. He was atrue gentleman and straight shooter. God bless!

Mr McCarty was my principal at Summerville High School. He was a fair man and I appreciated him for it. The world is a lesser place for him passing.

Rest in Peace

Major McCarty was my basketball coach and principal at Saluda High. He was such a special person and I will miss him greatly. He encouraged me to play basketball and always try my best. What a great mentor and friend he was! My prayers are with his family. Mary Miller Dempsey

Major McCarty was my principal at Summerville High School during my beginning years of teaching (1968-70). He was truly a great educational leader who set the course for my own 40 plus years of being in education. He was a "servant leader" who cared not only about the educational standards but about the teachers and students.
Wendell and I also enjoyed knowing the McCarty family during those years at Summerville Baptist. Then, the Mohrs moved to Irmo, and our family was fortunate to cross the McCartys' paths again, with Krisy at Irmo Middle/High and Michelle at Dutch Fork Elementary where she had another wonderful McCarty as her teacher, Mrs. Farris McCarty (and I believe it was 4th grade in 1979). When I think of all the educational leaders I've known through the years, I always put Major McCarty up at the top. May God bless you and your family and hold your hand during this time, but take joy in knowing how many lives have been impacted by Major McCarty. Our family is richer and our children (who are both now educators) have been wonderfully influenced in their formative years by both Mr. and Mrs. McCarty, and for that we thank you. Laura Mohr, Irmo, SC

The Major was a fair and honest man, at least that's what he said before he burned my butt up. He cared for each and every student that he came in contact with. My heart and prayers go out to the whole McCarty family.

My heartfelt condolences go out to the family of Major McCarty. He served as my teacher, my coach and my friend and I have great respect and admiration for this man and the life he lead. I had a very nice visit with him just months ago that left me with very fond memories. I miss knowing that he is there in Saluda.

Major McCarty left an indelible print on so many young lives in Saluda by his practical wisdom, his love of education, and his joy in student achievement. He was the best example of positive discipline ever. A gentle giant whose bark was worse than his bite, our school was fortunate to benefit from the years with Mr. McCarty's influence and strong presence. How we loved that man.

Mr. McCarty was the principal at Leaphart Elementary for several years while I was there. He was such a strong presence, a wonderful educator and an extremely positive influence in the lives of all the children he was involved with. My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time. God bless.

I fondly remember Mr. McCarty as a great principal when I was at Irmo High, '69-'72.

I am so saddened by the loss of Major McCarty. He was such a positive influence on so many Irmo students. The world is diminished by his passing. Blessings to his family.

Mr. McCarty was a man of principle and honor. I benefited more from our relationship than he. The McCarty family lost a great father. The world lost a great man.

Van and family, I have just learned of your fathers death and I know your heart aches. I never got to know your father on a personal basis, however I have got to know his son and the kind of man he is today. From what I have read there is no doubt of the peace he knows now. I know your grief and pray you will be able to celebrate your Dad's passing from this earthly place to a much better place. May God bless you and your family always and may you know we have all of you in our prayers. Elaine and Mike Payne

We only just met Major last year at the West Creek Baptist Homecoming. He was a joy to talk to and will be missed. May God bless you and keep you. Sincerely Rev and Mrs Barry Epps

I am so sorry for your loss. Major McCarty was the center of many humbling and 'life-skill' lessons for many of us. God bless all of you.

I am so sorry to hear of your sad news. Both Marcia and Mr. McCarty hold a special place in the memories of my youth. My thoughts and prayers to each of you.

What a fine man Mr. McCarty was. He was principal at Saluda High School all four of my high school years. He truly loved every student.

After he came back home to Saluda, I was able to tell him just how much I loved him. He helped me through a very difficult year and I will never forget his kindness. His Heavenly reward will be great.

Van, Susan and family, so sorry About Major, we love him so much, had the pleasure of being with him and Ferris at a dinner we had for the class of 1958 of Saluda High School in May. Sincerely, Mary Lynn and Ansel Trotter.

From all Irmo High School graduates, we extend our gratitude of service to Major McCarty. He shaped so many lives at IHS. He and Mr.Temples were a perfect team and ran a tight ship. We are all sorry for your loss.
Sincerely, Holly Watts Mims

Mr. McCarty had a huge influence on so many of us at Irmo High. I will never forget him. I am so sorry for your loss. He was such a great man.

Sincere condolences to the McCarty family. Major McCarty left a great legacy by his influence over a fine family and with the many communities that benefited from his work. Mark and Sally Huguley

Van and family....just a note to express our sympathy and to share what an influence your Dad had on so many lives. Sherell loved her time w/ Major as the principal @ Leaphart and I will always treasure the dove shoots @ our farm as Major tried to teach me how to "lead" a bird to no avail. What a wonderful rest we have in the Lord....Major will be missed by us all!
Lord bless you and your family!
Tim & Sherell Stepp

Van and family....just a note to express our sympathy and to share what an influence your Dad had on so many lives. Sherell loved her time w/ Major as the principal @ Leaphart and I will always treasure the dove shoots @ our farm as Major tried to teach me how to "lead" a bird to no avail. What a wonderful rest we have in the Lord....Major will be missed by us all!
Lord bless you and your family!
Tim & Sherell Stepp

Coach McCarty will also be remembered by me as one of my favorite people. He truly cared for all of us who graduated in the Class of 1961. He will be missed. Joyce Cockrell Dennis

Van, Susan and Jane, so sorry to hear of your dad's passing on Saturday. It is not an easy thing to lose a parent at any age, our dad will be gone almost a year now. I can truly say you can be proud of the man your father was, he made a big impact on MANY young lives and we are all the better for it. I spoke with Kelley Knotts (Coates) and Debbie Mingus (Nielsen) last night about this. He is leaving a great legacy behind, and we were the lucky ones. Irmo was among the places blessed to have him! Much love and prayers to all of you.

VAN, JUST KNOW THAT ME AND JOSHUA IS PRAYING FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY, AND THAT EARTH HAS NO SORROW THAT HEAVEN CAN'T HEAL. BE ENCOURAGE IN THE LORD.

So sorry that Principal McCarty has passed. As one of his students at Irmo High School, he spent a lot of time with me and taught me how to be a better person. He was truly one-of-kind and will be missed. My prayers go out to the family. Just know for a fact that he will be rewarded for all the good he has done on earth.

McCarty family,
I want to share with you a memory of Mr. McCarty. As a young teacher at Irmo in 1985 I was blessed to work under his leadership. It was apparent that he "walked the walk" as a Christian man. I will never forget coming to him (pregnant with my first child and dealing with a condition that meant I would have to be out of the classroom longer than I had anticipated), fearful for my job and hearing him gently say that my responsibility was to my family and not to worry about school. I will never forget his kindness - I and many others will miss him.
Karen Heath

Your work on earth is done. Now it is time for you to go to heaven and receive your just reward. You were a great man & a great principal. I will always cherish the chats that we had about my father after he passed.

Van, I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. He was a great principle at Irmo and a wonderful man who was a great influence on me personally. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Bill Howard

Van, and Family, we are so sorry to hear of your father's death. He was one of my favorite principle's when I worked at Leaphart Elem. He will be greatly missed.. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.. Love to all, Sonny and Sandi Whitman

Van, You and your family are in our prayers at this time as your father has gone on to eternal life with our savior. Larry and Cindy Ross

Van & Family,
Sorry to hear of your fathers death, may God bless you and the family at this time.
I sounds like he lead a great life and did for lots of people. Joan Monts

Van,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Your dad was a fine man and will be missed by many friends.
Terry & Adrienne Gillian

You will be greatly missed.
Rest in peace Major. .

Farris, it was with great sadness that I saw about Major's passing in the paper today. My mother and father, Virginia and Juette Asbill, knew Major better than I did and I know that they held Major and all of the McCarty family in very high esteem.
Major accomplished so much in his lifetime and leaves a great legacy.
Please relay my sympathy particularly to Sim and Dick and all of the family.

All my family now and ones passed, Cooper Black, we all thought a lot of Major. He was an outstanding and dedicated person. Not many people can equal his statue in this old world

I share with you your loss!

My prayers go out to Majors family. Major lived his life as an example for others to follow. The respect I had for him will always guide me in my life. God loaned him to us so we can be better people. We can only strive to do the same.
Rest in peace, you well deserve it.

Larry Thompson, Hudson Ohio

Van: Sorry to hear that your Dad passed on. Hope you are OK and I wish you the best.

Van, Sharon and I are very sorry to get the news of the passing of your Dad. I know from having been around you for many years that he was your mentor and your guiding light. He and your mom did a fine job with you and i know you will miss much. Thinking and praying for all of you. Alvin and Sharon Wright

Mr. McCarty was my principal at Summerville High from 1968-1970 when I taught French and Spanish there. He was a good principal and a really nice guy to work with. May he rest in peace and may God bless his family.
Dr.D.H.Bell, Tucson, AZ

Mr. McCarty was the best principal at Irmo High School, he was always kind, fair and compassionate to all the students. I'll always have fond memories of my times at IHS with Mr. McCarty.

As the daughter of a school administrator and a teacher plus spending 30 years in the classrooms of South Carolina, I can truly say that Major was absolutely topnotch and the best administrator that it was my honor to work with. He was also a warm,caring person who was almost universally loved.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

My deepest sympathy to the McCarty family in this most difficult time. He was a great principal when I was a student @ Irmo HS from 1970-1974. RIP Major McCarty.

Major was a great person. I feel blessed to have known him. He cared about everyone that worked with him as well as the students in the school. He will be greatly missed .

Dwight& Diann Bouknigt, Irmo,South Carolina

Van, Susan & family,
I am so sorry to here of the loss of your father. I didn't know him personaly but I heard you speak of him often. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you go through this time. Know that God will be with you and comfort you.If there's anything I can do, please let me know. God Bless you all.

THE WORLD OF EDUCATION WILL NEVER SEE ANOTHER MAJOR VAN . IT IS THEIR LOST. BILLIE STARLING

Dearest love and prayers to the family and much appreciation for the years of leadership provided by Mr. McCarty. So many young people benefited from his mentorship and his love and appreciation for education.

May he rest in peace,
David and Linda Lorick

Rest well Mr. McCarty. You will be so missed.

Mr. McCarty was the best principal. I was lucky enough to have him as my principal at Irmo Middle & High School. He really cared about his students and was definitely a positive influence on my life.

Major would take me fishing to one of his favorite hideouts. we would travel one route and return by way of another route. we always laughed about that. He was a very dear friend and mentor. I will miss him. Jim Valek

Major touched more lives than I think anyone could ever touch. He will be missed by those that knew him and loved him. The world was a better place because Major was in it !

All the Valek's