Photo courtesy of Richmond Hill Funeral Home - Richmond Hill
Richmond Hill, Georgia
Apr 30, 1981 – Jul 8, 2024
Jermaine Kentrell Carter Sr. was born on April 30, 1981. He gave his life to the Lord at the young age of 13. He graduated from Wheeler High School then went on to join the U.S. Army in 2001.
During his military career Jermaine was Airborne, food service, and civil affairs. He toured Iraq, Afghanistan, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, and Liberia. While serving overseas in Korea he met his wife L. Monique in 2005. Before retiring In 2017, he earned a Bronze Star, Presidential Unit Citation, and his Masters degree in Human Dynamics.
In retirement, he continued to help soldiers by working for the V.A. He enjoyed cameras, flying his drone, and spending time with his family. He leaves a beautiful legacy in his 3 children, Lamia Jermaine, and Lillian. Jermaine was a beautiful soul and a dedicated family man. He will always be our Guardian.
Jermaine is survived by his loving wife, L. Monique, son Jermaine Jr. (15), daughters, Lamia Hagler (23) & Lillian (9). His mother, Christine Carter, brothers, Cortez & Ernest [Felicia]. Aunt, Carrie Ann; Uncles, Willis [Angela], William [Ayunna], Michael & Daniel [Maria].
He also leaves a caring mother in law, Cynthia Brooks, father-in-law law, Scottie White; brother in law, Eugene & sister in law Jessica. Nephews, Cortez Jr. & Tioandre, and nieces, LaDazia & Destanie.
In addition, he is survived by beloved cousins, in laws, family, friends, and military comrades.
Visitation and viewing will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Friday, July 19, 2024 at Richmond Hill Funeral Home.
A Homegoing celebration will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, July 20, 2024 at Hope City Church on Highway 204 at I-95 in Savannah.
Read MoreThinking of us today son many loving memories makes mom smile miss you knowing you are peace .
Momma Carter
June 11, 2025 | GA | Mother
I will always Love You in Spirit, you were always making sure everyone had everything they needed and such a wonderful heart. Heavenly Happy Birthday.❤ ps SON -N-LAW
Cynthia Brooks
April 24, 2025 | Bradenton, FL
Also missing your son and uncle passed on July 5th in Sicily island Louisiana aunt Delia and your uncle John I thank God part of you are still living deceased from flesh present with God.momma♥♥♥
Christine Carter
April 20, 2025 | Marietta, GA | Mother
I work with your mom a she is such an amazing person! I just wanted to come here and pray for the entire family during this time god please cover them ❤
Janet Maddox
October 13, 2024 | Atlanta, GA | Friend
Cortez a wonderful young man, standards, dignity, integrity instilled by his strong SINGLE mother Christine giving him the foundation that made him the man he became.
We thank GOD for him serving our country.
Through his example we pray for all of service men/ women and any and everything they may be experiencing in their continued journey on earth.
I met Christine and her young sons
mid eighties. Seen a lot things, went a lot of places, setting the foundation for...
Carol Bernice Favor/ Beavers
September 02, 2024 | Rome, GA | Friend
I will miss you son keep mom laughing in living color Wanda
Chris Carter
August 06, 2024 | Marietta, GA | Mother
My son was a great living soul always taken my children to church .he is truly missed from your entire family .with loss of his grandparents Gloria Brown Carter and James Carter and great grandmother Delphine Brown and Phil Brown many other deceased families.
chris Carter
August 05, 2024 | Marietta, GA | Mother
Thank you for your dedicated service to our country. Prayers going up for family and friends
Marsha Taylor
August 05, 2024 | Marietta, GA
Christine, We are sorry for your loss, Our prayers are with you and your family. From Cindy, Lisa, Tammy, Roberta
Cindy Garmon
July 24, 2024 | Kennesaw, GA | Friend