Billy Joe "Chico" Carter

Billy Joe "Chico" Carter, 59, of Niagara Falls, NY, died Monday, January 25, 2010, in Waverly, TN, following an apparent heart attack. He was born on September 30, 1950, in Butler Co., AL, the son of Eddie and Mattie (O'Neil) Carter.He grew up and attended schools in Butler County, before moving to Niagara Falls, NY, with his family in 1967. Billy was employed by the Sevenson Environmental Services, for the last 15 years as a heavy equipment operator. He also worked for the Modern Disposal and several prior jobs. But he loved to drive his big machines. And very proud of it. His parents and brother, Eddie (Eloise) Carter, Jr. were active members of New Jerusalem Revival Center, where he considered his church home. He loved and cherished family more than anything and the good times they shared, whether BBQ's, baseball games, going to their famous Lake bonfires, fishing, riding the town or just sitting in his chair in front of his house. Billy would help his neighbors cut grass, shovel or just take out the trash. He was a very kind hearted man. He leaves to cherish fond memories; a son, Michael Johnson (Carter); a daughter, Crystal Carter; a son, William Glenn Carter, all of Niagara Falls; his brothers, Troy Lee (Dorothy) Carter, Willie G. Carter, Arthur G. (Daisy) Carter, Lawrence N. Carter; two sisters, Annie G. Carter, Rose Mary (JC) Myles, all of Niagara Falls; many nieces, nephews, grandchildren, and several friends. He was predeceased by a daughter, Alisa Carter; and brothers, Melvin G. Carter and Eddie Carter, Jr. The family will be present to receive friends at 11 am, Monday, at the New Jerusalem Revival Center, 2723-20th Street , where funeral services will follow at 12 noon. Burial will be in the Riverdale Cemetery, Lewiston, NY. Arrangements by the RHONEY FUNERAL HOME.