of Columbia, TN
December 15, 1951 - June 26, 2023
Gary Wayne Carter of Lake City, Arkansas passed away on June 26, 2023 at the age of 71 in Nashville, TN. After several months of declining health, Gary died peacefully with his wife and children by his side.
Gary Wayne Carter was born on December 15, 1951 to Father, Wallace "Ray" and Mother, Lucy "May" Carter in Jonesboro, AR.
Gary graduated in 1969 from Valley View High School in Jonesboro, AR. In 1971 Gary met Shirley Ann Garrison and they were married in 1972. Gary and Shirley went on to have three children, Brian, Eric and Nathan.
Gary was a man of many words, who typically never met a stranger, a trait that has been passed on to his sons. He enjoyed carpentry, fishing and keeping his sons and grandchildren happy.
In 2014 Gary retired and spent his time visiting family and helping his sons with their special projects.
Gary Wayne Carter was preceded in death by his father, Wallace "Ray" Carter and a granddaughter, Erica Carter.
He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Shirley Carter; his mother, Lucy "May" Carter; three sons and their spouses, Brian and Deanna Carter, Eric and Rachel Carter, Nathan and Chassidy Carter; 9 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren; a brother, Donald Carter and sisters, Pamela Loggins, Karen Gambill and Paula Smith.
A visitation for Gary is planned for Friday, June 30, 2023 from 1-2PM at Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home, 1900 W. Washington Avenue, Jonesboro, AR 72401, with a funeral service to follow beginning at 2PM.
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10 Condolence(s)
Robert Pulley
Thursday, June 29, 2023
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love you all.
Melvin Thomason
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
Gary was good man he will be missed sorry for your loss
John Smith
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
Uncle Gary will be missed. He was proud of Brian, Erick and Nathon. I remember when I was 14 and just received my learners driving permit and him letting me chauffeur him around Jonesboro and Paragould. He was good to check in on dad by phone almost every day.
Nancy Kennedy
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs. So sorry for your loss.
Linda Harris
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
Gary was the first of the Carters i was introduced to. He was funny, always smiling and loved his family. Havent seen him in years. Its sad that tragedy has to bring you say words about someone. One thing i do admire of this family is that theyve remained close all these years. Thats a tribute to them all. Rest in peace Gary.
Shirley Laster
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
So sorry for your loss, Prayers For AllðŸ™ðŸ™Gary will be missed..I enjoyed his storiesðŸ™ðŸ™
Bruce Anderson
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
Hated to hear of your dad’s passing, Loved talking with Gary. His unique sense of humor came thru no matter the topic
He was a good friend to my dad
Very sorry that we cannot attend his service
Will keep y’all in my thoughts and prayers
Kenny Bass
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
So sorry for y’all loss, this man was a true friend, he will be greatly missed. Love and prayers for the family.
Athea Dawn
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
My love to Shirley, Brian, Eric, Nathan and their families. Prayers for you to know peace in the coming days. Gary's absence will leave a huge void in this world.
Eva Harris White
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
Sweet, funny and fun loving cousin, you were a chip off the old block, your father, Ray Carter.
May you rest in heaven with your earthly and heavenly father.