[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 119 (Monday, August 1, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1472]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        TRIBUTE TO WARREN CARTER

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                          HON. KEVIN McCARTHY

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, August 1, 2011

  Mr. McCARTHY of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Warren 
Carter, who passed away on July 21, 2011. Warren was a family man and a 
respected community leader.
  Warren grew up in McFarland and earned his bachelor's degree in 1958 
from La Verne College (now the University of La Verne). He worked 
briefly as a teacher and later in the insurance industry. However, his 
true passion was farming.
  In the 1960s, Warren planted almonds on 200 acres in McFarland, 
becoming one of the first to grow a crop that turned out to be one of 
Kern County's largest agricultural commodities. He was also active in 
almond production research.
  His commitment to the agriculture industry extended beyond just 
farming. Warren served on the Almond Board of California from 1979 to 
1992, including for two years as chairman and four years as vice 
chairman. Additionally, he served as president of the Kern County Farm 
Bureau, and shared his love of agriculture as chairman of the parent 
advisory committee for McFarland High School Future Farmers of America.
  Warren also was involved in many community activities. For instance, 
he enjoyed working with the local youth, and was a past director and 
chairman of Kern County Youth for Christ. Additionally, he was a co-
founder and past director of Kern County Student Leadership, a high 
school leadership program that is now on 20 campuses throughout the 
county.
  Warren brought his leadership, charisma, and work ethic to the real 
estate industry when he purchased Watson Realty in 1980, eventually 
growing it from 20 agents to 100. His son, Ken Carter, is now president 
and owner.
  Warren is survived by his son Doug and, daughter-in-law Dena, son Ken 
and daughter-in-law Renee, daughter Karen and son-in-law Joey, 10 
grandchildren, and his brother Wayne and sister Opal. His wife, Lenore 
passed away in 2009. Warren will truly be missed, but he will be 
remembered as a strong leader and a man dedicated to improving his 
community.

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