Barry Carter preparing for a recent Indy Show, making sure everything was ready for the public
We were unable to pull the story as the magazine was already being printed, and so the next issue you get will contain a story entitled Barry Carter: "No Indy". We are sorry to be unable to change as quickly as life moves on.
Dear Friends and Family,
After Thanksgiving Barry showed signs of vertigo, unsteady on his feet and nausea. In three days symptoms intensified. A tumor was found deep in the Cerebellum, growing rapidly, putting pressure on the spinal fluid canal. Surgery was successful and responses were strong. But the following day he had a stroke at the base of the brain stem that progressed quickly down into the spinal cord. Responses regressed and he fell into a coma. Barry passed away Friday, December 11,at 10:25 p.m. His family was with him to say goodbye. There will be a memorial after Christmas season. He wished to be cremated, only have immediate family present and his Legion Honor guard. I am so blessed to have such supportive family and friends and two devoted children who are having their own struggles at this time. Barry and I were at peace with all the decisions we made at life's end. Not sure that makes it easier when the final moment comes. In our 47 years of sharing life together I can surely say we had no regrets and he will be continue to be with me everyday. We thank you for the support given these many years and hope you all have a wonderful Christmas. Love to you all, and remember the true meaning of Christmas.
Barbara
We can only add that Barry founded an awesome toy show for collectors to enjoy in the spring, and ran it for 27 years as a true gentleman, one of the kindest and friendliest people we ever met. Even though a fresh new show will take the Indy's place ("The Midwest Show" in Lafayette, run by collectors for collectors) no one could or would ever try to replace Barry, a man who will be much missed by his friends and the collecting fraternity. Rest in Peace dear friend.
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BARRY CARTER PASSES
Barry Carter, well-known show producer of the Indianapolis (The “Indy Show”), has passed away at home in Indianapolis where he was born He was born October 21, 1943. He was just 72.
Barry had heart and he had courage. He was a U.S. Navy veteran, serving during Vietnam. Barry and his wife Barbara owned and operated the Knightstown Antique Mall for 23 years, retiring in 2010. He was a member and past commander of American Legion Post No. 152, where he also served on the Honor Guard.
The first time we at PM met Barry was on the phone, getting set up ads for the show. There was enormous pressure for him, even though he had done the show 27 years. Yet he was graceful, almost shy, voice stretched thin from talking. Then I met him personally in the halls of Indy and was struck by his pleasant demeanor and gracious manner. Even in the midst of the show, he took time to meet many new people and spent a moment or two with those he knew. This was a great guy for the toy soldier hobby, and his show, set in the heartlands of the Midwest, was very much a respite for those struggling to finish their taxes and have a little fun.
Barry leaves behind his wife Barbara, and will be missed by so many of the fraternity he helped create through his shows and camaraderie. -
Rusty Kern, Publisher Playset Magazine