Danny Lee Carter

Danny Lee Carter, 74, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, son, uncle and friend, passed away on February 25, 2023 peacefully at home after a valiant fight with cancer. He was born January 16, 1949 in Provo, Utah to Roy and Mildred Fullmer Carter.
Danny grew up in Orem and Lindon, Utah in a wonderful family where he learned how to work hard by getting up early to take care of pigs and chickens. He was taught by his father how to make and fletch arrows as part of Roy's archery shop. Family vacations were spent on the archery hunt. He had the freedom in summers and after school to go exploring the foothills and canyons nearby.
Going to school was not his favorite thing, and he did not believe he was a good student until he was in the 8th grade. One teacher made all the difference. This teacher would ask a question, then not waiting for the "smart kids" who always raised their hands to answer, he would call on someone randomly by name to answer. This motivated Danny to always be ready with an answer to give and he found out he was as good a student as the "smart kids".
Dan went to several technical colleges and gained much knowledge and skill in auto mechanics, which is how he earned his living for several years. Many times over the years he not only did the normal car maintenance for the many cars of family members, but also countless repairs, a few engine replacements and even put two halves from two different cars together to make a functioning, legally drivable car.
Desiring a change of profession and after going to more college, Dan decided on the electronic engineering field, in which he worked 35 years and eventually retired as a software engineer.
The Carter family lineage has always had deep family values and principles. Dan became a family man when he married Pam. His motto has always been "Family is everything!" They enjoyed creating many family traditions with their children and grandchildren, including monthly family birthday dinners, and holiday celebrations such as Easter egg hunts, the annual pumpkin carving/soup/donut/cider party, Thanksgiving feasts and Christmas morning brunch with a mountain of wrapped presents under the tree. Many fun memories were created going on vacations to Pam's parents in Missouri, camping trips, outings, and just everyday family life.
After retirement, Dan continued to develop his talents. He loved to do woodworking and began making furniture and walking sticks. He also did many landscaping projects in the yard. He made Pam's "Better Homes and Gardens" dreams come true. He also enjoyed his cats, going on long walks, trips to San Diego, many kinds of music, reading, games and online gaming with grandsons.
He always had a strong work ethic and was a wonderful provider for his family. Countless times over the years he willingly helped with any project, repair, or emergency no matter how tired, ill, or difficult the weather situation was.
He had innovative problem-solving skills which he used in his profession and all areas of his life. He was tenacious and could not rest, even foregoing meals, until he had found a way to resolve whatever problem with which he was wrestling. Many times he would make his own tool because there was nothing on the market that would work.
Being fiercely independent and self-reliant, there was no job too big or too small that he wouldn't tackle by himself with injuries and illnesses that would have stopped others.
Dan had a deep and strong faith in the Lord Jesus Christ and was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. He made Pam's lifelong dream come true of being sealed in the Salt Lake Temple, along with their children, for time and all eternity.
People outside of our family did not often hear him speak. He did not count his words, but weighed them. His wise counsel comforted and guided us on many occasions, while his mere presence brought strength. Dan, Dad, and Grandpa–we love and will miss you! We look forward to the time we are all reunited again.
He is survived by his wife and best friend, Pam; and his children and grandchildren who have been the focus and joy of his life: son, Clint; daughter, Amanda; son, Michael (Sara); son, Ian; and son, Kade (KayDee); nine grandchildren, who he adored: Ben, Liam, Max, Violet, Ella, Jon, Owen, Lucy, and Vitali. Brother, James Leroy Carter, American Fork, Utah; sister, Cindy Ann Carter, Page, Arizona, as well as a nephew and nieces and their families.
Preceded in death by his parents Roy and Mildred Carter, and brother Gary.
The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and other staff who provided such excellent care for Dan throughout his cancer journey at The Huntsman Cancer Institute and the nurses from Huntsman at Home.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to The Huntsman Cancer Institute at https://healthcare.utah.edu/huntsmancancerinstitute/foundation/ways-to-give or The Humane Society.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 4 at 11 a.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints located at 9353 Vista West Drive in West Jordan, Utah 84088. There will be a viewing on Friday from 6-8 p.m. and on Saturday 9:00-10:30 a.m. at the same location. Danny will be laid to rest in West Jordan Cemetery on 1300 West 7800 South in West Jordan, Utah.
Please share memories and condolences at www.serenityfhs.com.
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