Dick Carter knew sports. He also knew a little about NIACC athletics...he ran the clock for 49 years for Mason City Junior College and NIACC home football games and 48 years for home basketball games. It took hip surgery to prevent him from reaching the 50-year mark in these roles.

Dick’s loyalty extended beyond the College, which he attended in 1973 and again in 1982. He served 32 years as an employee of Mason City Mill Works and 20 years with the Boy Scouts. Dick was very involved with his church and monitored the school cross walk on 12th Street in Mason City for many years.

Dick passed away on March 13, 2004 at the age of 83. He is survived by his wife Lydia, two grown children, and several grandchildren.