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Robert Carter Obituary
Robert was born to Leanora Chaffee Carter and John Thomas Carter, Jr. on October 10, 1939, in Cordova, Tennessee, and was preceded in death by his loving wife of 55 years, Kathryn Sharon Carter. Robert was a graduate of Mississippi State University and served in the United States Army in Korea during peacetime, being honorably discharged after his tour of duty with the rank of Staff Sergeant. He was also a member of the Germantown Volunteer Fire Department for much of his life, retiring with the rank of Battalion Chief. He was a life-long member of Germantown Baptist Church and is survived by his brother John Thomas Carter, III, his son Christon Carroll Carter, his daughter Robin Lee Carter, his three granddaughters, Alyssa Michele Carter, Meghan Jin Carter and Tatum Renee Carter, his daughter-in-law Denise and his sister-in-law Gayle.
As per his request all services will be kept private and for immediate family only.
Those wishing to honor him should make a donation to the charity of their choice in his name.
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John OB OBryan
June 12, 2020
ob was an asset to the Germantown Fire Department serving many years. Always available for advise and his opinion to help in any way. Thank you for your service.
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