Philip Henry Carhart, Sr., 74 of Palm Harbor, FL passed away on Wednesday, November 30, 2011 at Mease Countryside Hospital, Safety Harbor, FL.
Born and raised on Long Island, New York, he graduated from Mineola High School. He then entered the US Navy where he served on board the USS Caperton. His fleet traveled abroad, serving many months in Europe. With his honorable discharge, he then entered and served 20 years in the Nassau County Police Department of New York. He worked in Emergency Services, and in 1960, it was the first Pilot program of the ambulance service to be apart of the Police Department's Emergency Services in the United States. He proudly served the Department and loved caring and helping others. After his retirement, he moved to Florida with his wife. After both raising children from previous marriages, they chose to adopt their infant granddaughter. She brought them much joy and happiness.
He leaves behind a wife, children, grandchildren, and many dear friends. He will forever be in our hearts.
A gathering of family and friends will be held from 2 – 4 PM on Sunday, December 4th at the Rheba Sutton White Chapel, 1190 Georgia Avenue, Palm Harbor, 34683 with a Celebration of Life beginning at 3:30 PM officiated by Chaplain Dan Hummer. Interment with full military honors will be presented by the Marion County Memorial Honor Guard at 11 AM on Monday, December 5, 2011 at Florida National Cemetery, 6502 SW 102nd Avenue, Bushnell, FL.
Please sign the registry below.
Although I never met him, I understand he was a wonderful husband, grandfather, and human. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.
Phil was a kind and caring man who was a hard worker and excellent provider. He will be missed!!
We will miss you Daddy.
Dear Mariah and Mrs. Pat,
I am so sorry for your loss. It was so unexpected and I’m sure it’s really painful. But always know that he loved you guys so much, and you have so many people around you that love you just the same. Mariah, I am so glad that you are a part of my life. It has been amazing to see you grow in your faith in God, and share incredible experiences with you like in Brazil. Honestly, that is what is going to get you through this, and I know you will. You are so strong, and I’m always here for you. God bless.
My deepest condolences to you and your family for your loss.
Sincerly,
Jim Fountas
April, Ed & Jill
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sending our love at this difficult time.
Love Roy, Mary, Roy, Eric and Kevin
Dad, we miss you so much. You will always be with us in our hearts. We love, love Mom, Mariah and Ms. Paris too?
Dad, we miss you so much. You will always be with us in our hearts. We love you! love Mom, Mariah and Ms. Paris too
Phil was a good friend and co-worker. I will miss him very much.
I never got to meet Mr. Carhart I only knew his daughter Mariah. But if she is any reflection of him I can only think that he was a wonderful man. I do wish I had the chance to meet him because he seemed to be a real servant. The Worner family has you all in their prayers.
You will be deeply missed. You were a wonderful father, grandfather, husband and friend. You are at peace now flying around in a Snoopy plane and eating a peanut butter and jelly sandwich with all of God’s angels.
I have only one regret when you were here with us; I never called you Dad.
Sincere sympathy on the loss of Phil. He was a very special man. May God hold you in his arms and take care of you and your family. With our Love
Miss you dad
Just thinking of Phil and saw this memorial. Worked with him and pal Griff Deere. What a great man! So enjoyed being in his company. My condolences.