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Carlton Carter Obituary

Carlton D. Carter ended his earthly season on Wednesday, December 25th, 2019 at the tender age of 62. With a true zeal for life, he was affectionately known as ""Carl"". His life began in Metairie as well as his life-long fanaticism as a Raiders fan. Carl was the son of the late James and Ola Mae Carter. Devoted husband of the late Delphine ""Dee"" Carter of 36 years. Beloved father to Zachary (Trenez) and Zenna Carter. Loving grandfather to Zachary ""ZJ"" Carter, Jr. Devoted uncle to many nieces and nephews who adored him and will cherish him forever. He is survived by one sister Geraldine Brumfield; two brothers: James Edward and Earl Ray. Relatives, friends, employees of McCormick and Company are invited to celebrate his life at Nineveh Baptist Church, 1009 Wilker Neal Avenue, Metairie, Louisiana, 70003 on Saturday, January 4, 2020. Viewing will take place from 10:00 am until 11:00 am. Services will start at 11:00 am. Internment: Providence Memorial Park Cemetery, Metairie, Louisiana. Arrangement Entrusted To: Richardson Funeral Home of Jefferson, 11112 Jefferson Highway, River Ridge, Louisiana 70123.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Jan. 2 to Jan. 4, 2020.

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Sandra Buckner Holmes

October 25, 2022

My condolences to Carl's family. Whenever I was in town I always stopped by his mom's house just to say hi. Rest in heavenly peace my friend.

Cheryl Carter

March 24, 2020

My condolences and heartfelt sympathy to Carlton's family . He was a well liked person at Furniture Mart where we worked . Prayers for comfort and strength . Amen

James Brewer Jr

January 10, 2020

Rest In Heaven Carl! Praying For The Family!

Abby 124

January 10, 2020

Our condolences goes out to his loved ones from Popeyes he was a real sweet and kind person

Rita Atkins McKinnis

January 5, 2020

Praying for strength and comfort for the entire family.

Napoleon Day

January 4, 2020

May the Universe be pleased with him. A great man whom loved his family. He talked about is his family every day & bragged about his children. I've worked beside and with C.C. for 7 years at Zatarains. I learned a lot from him and laughed a lot because of him. Rest well beloved friend.

Leonard and Lorrine (Felder) White

January 3, 2020

Sincere condolences to the Carter family. May God grant fast healing in this time of bereavement.

Adrienne Briggs

January 3, 2020

To the family of Carlton you have my sympathy, I used to work with Carlton a very nice man Earth Has No Sorrow That Heaven Cannot Heal May He Rest In Peace!

Tanya Bates

January 2, 2020

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

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