Vernon C. Carlton Jr., 83, of Winston-Salem, N.C., passed away on April 17, 2017. He had a long career in the fertilizer industry, starting in 1964 as an employee of Weaver Fertilizer in Winston-Salem. He eventually bought the business and became its owner and president.
He was involved with the Plant Food Association of North Carolina, and also served as a board member on the Fertilizer Industry Round Table. Prior to his professional career, he served with the U.S. Army as a ranger, and graduated from Clemson University under a full football scholarship.
Carlton is survived by his wife, three children, two grandchildren, and several siblings, nieces, and nephews. A memorial service will be held on April 22 at Augsburg Lutheran Church in Winston-Salem, where he was an active member and served on numerous committees. Memorials can be made to the Newberry Opera House, 1201 McKebben Street, Newberry, S.C. 29108, or Augsburg Lutheran Church, 845 W. Fifth Street, Winston-Salem, N.C. 27101. Online condolences may be made at www.hayworth-miller.com.