I met Carl in the late 80's working together in the certification department of Partners 2000 Summer Youth Program.  I think out of all the staff in our work area I admired the most was Carl as he always went the extra mile - he was thorough and carried himself with a swag of confidence and professionalism.  Our jobs was to determine eligibility by guidelines of youth whose families were economically disadvantaged in Indy in order to line up Summer jobs for them in the private and public sector.  Carl taught life lessons to these youth by teaching them the importance and significance of a firm hand shake, honesty, sitting up straight, speaking up, interview skills, and simply how to project themselves in a positive light.  This picture was our first year working together as peers and then the following year I took over the team lead supervisory position in which I promoted Carl to chief editor on top of his existing position duties as he was the most thorough and attention to detail staff person to ensure all paperwork was done correctly from an audit perspective.  I had to move Carl into my office to compromise departmental staff about his smoking as this was back in the day when it was allowed in the workplace yet majority ruled.  Everyone loved Carl and that issue never became an issue as it didn't bother me in the least.  We didn't always agree yet we always found common ground with mutual respect and admiration for one another.  For over 30 years after working together our friendship saw us lean on one another thru good times and bad, many meals and family dinners together as Carl always had a seat at our table, and most importantly time we spent together always included life lessons, hugs, prayers and love.  Carl was family in every way, shape and form and the impact he had on myself and my family was immeasurable.  Will Miss You My Friend!

Each moment in time spent with Carl was and will always be treasured moving forward.  Carl liked to call me "girlfriend" and always ended our calls with "Love You"!  Be it near or far away we always picked up where we left off sharing what life has brought our way.  R.I.P. my boyfriend - I know you'll be keeping it real up in heaven!  I love you!

Loved hanging out after work with Carl.  Will always have these fond memories!

Photo Submitted By:  Teresa Stokes McCarthy

Worked with Carl over 30 years ago in the certification department of Partners 2000 whose mission was to place inner city youth who were economically disadvantaged into jobs in both the private and public sectors of Indianapolis.

Teresa Stokes McCarthy

Having worked with Carl over 30 years ago was such a blessing as the friendship developed has been so special to me over the years.  My condolences and prayers go out to his family.

Sincerely,
Teresa Stokes McCarthy


While I’m sad that my youngest child and any future children I may have will never physically get to meet you, I’m grateful that my other children and my wife were blessed with that opportunity. We’re all better for having known you and your memory will live on through us. Rest in piece, Carl, and know that we love you!

The good Lord has welcomed you home, and I thank our God in heaven for every moment we had together. To me, you were a friend, family member, teacher, and oh so much more. You were my godfather, and you taught me much over the years. We shared our frustrations. We shared our joys. We shared our faith. We prayed together, and I will miss that and you. 

Carl was present for many milestone moments throughout my life. We celebrated some holidays and simple life moments together. This picture from 2006 is from my 20th birthday. We'd gone out to eat to celebrate. This photo was taken right outside of the dining establishment. While the food was good, the company was what made the meal memorable. 

Carl brought so much joy into my heart and soul!

Carl loved his art work, the holidays and his plants.  I remember a couple of his apartments in Indianapolis where his walls were symmetrically aligned and full of framed artwork from around the globe and how he cherished them all.

Submitted By, Todd Pope - Friend

This is my favorite picture taken with Carl as I believe it sums up our 30+ year friendship.  I will miss him deeply yet he will live with me forever.  Carl was first a great work colleague, then became a great friend, mentor, part of our extended family, and would crack me up and be real with me be it good, bad or whatever.  We laughed, cried, prayed and broke bread together many times thru the years and he made me a better man, friend, father and so much more.  Carl would often introduce myself and my family members as part of his family - me as a son or a brother from a different mother - my boys Matthew and Michael as his grandsons (or Godsons) - leaving his neighbors and friends pondering for more details!  I know Carl is now at peace and as he told many times that his creator had a place in God's heavenly kingdom that awaited him and that when it was his time he would take wings and fly to his eternal destination - and that is just as good as it could ever be!  To his family and friends from the entire Pope family we send our love, condolences and prayers!  With Love & Heartfelt Gratitude Of Our Times Together, Todd Pope

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Carl Thomas Lee

8 juin 1930 – 23 décembre 2021

Crown Hill Funeral Home & Cemetery

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