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Leila Nell Carter
1932 - 2017
Leila Nell Carter
1932 - 2017
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BORN
1932
DIED
2017
Leila Carter Obituary
Pickens – Leila Nell “Tiny” Carter, 84, widow of the late Thomas J. Carter, went home to be with her Lord and Savior died Thursday October 19, 2017.
Tiny was born in Oconee County, a daughter of the late James Henry Kircus, Sr. and the late Mattie Evatt Kircus. In her early years she was employed with Bunk Nealey’s Clothing Store in Pickens, she was retired from the Singer Company and the School District of Pickens County. Tiny was a member of Pickens First Baptist Church and the T.E.L. Sunday School Class. Always on the go, she was very involved in her community including The Pickens County Historical Society, Pickens Senior Center, and Pickens YMCA. Tiny was an avid Clemson Tigers fan, always saying her blood runs orange and she also followed Atlanta Braves Baseball.
In addition to her parents and husband, Tiny was preceded in death by brothers Kenneth Kircus, James Kircus and Edward Kircus and sister Dora E. Brejcha and her special friend Fred G. Stewart.
Survivors include a brother Harley Kircus (Jerri) of Greenville, sisters Sara Pilgrim of Easley and Barbara Moore of Union, a number of nieces and nephews and her furry baby ”Princess”.
The family will receive friends from 1:30 to 3 PM Sunday, October 22, 2017 at Dillard Funeral Home with funeral services following at 3:30 PM in the funeral home chapel. Burial will be at Hillcrest Memorial Park and Gardens.
A message of condolence may be expressed to the family by visiting www.DillardFunerals.com
Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to the charity of one’s choice.
Family members are at their respective homes.
Dillard Funeral Home
Pickens, SC
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Mildred & Cindi Rowland
October 23, 2017
So very sorry to hear of Tiny's passing. Will never forget the times at the Clemson games how she cheered for her beloved Tigers. She always wore the hat a friend of hers from Florida made for her from orange drink cans that celebrated the 1981 Championship. She wore that proudly to every game. But my most favorite memories of Tiny is her love for her church family. She will be missed and may God be with her family and loved ones.
Elaine Allgood Cauthen
October 22, 2017
I was so sorry to hear of Tiny's passing. She was a very good friend to my Mother & I always enjoyed seeing her when she visited Mother. She was a sweet person & will be greatly missed. Condolences to her family.
Sheryl Lefler
October 21, 2017
So sorry to hear of Tiny's passing. Though I only met her one time, she had such warmth and charm about her.
My sincere thoughts and prayers go out to her family.
Mary Crowther ODell
October 20, 2017
Tiny was a very special, kind and spunky lady. She was a good friend to my mother and never failed to come say hello when I was able come home to FBC for a visit. She will be missed by many. Praying for her family.
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Helen Dodgens
October 19, 2017
We loved her and she was a special person in our hearts. Always had a smile on her face and a hug for anyone. We will miss her and one thing she enjoyed was my home-made biscuits. Sara and family you are in our prayers. Condolences to the family. We love you. Jimmy Lee and Helen
Valerie McCrady
October 19, 2017
Tiny helped raise me for many years. The times I spent with her and Tom were not only highlights in my life but helped mold me. I will miss this little lady with a big personality. I truly loved her.
Sara Trotter
October 19, 2017
Sorry to hear of Tiny's death. She will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Patsy Elrod
October 19, 2017
Tiny was a good coworker & friend! I will miss her! Prayers to the family!
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