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Tyler Carter Obituary
Tyler Doyle Carter
Aug. 31, 1947 - April 27, 2022
GARY - It is with heavy hearts that we announce Tyler Doyle Carter transitioned to his eternal life peacefully on April 27, 2022 at the age of 74, with his two daughters at his side; Tyler was born on August 31, 1947 in Gary and was the cherished son of the late Tyler James Carter and Eva Mae (Horton) Pack; Tyler was the loving father of Tanikka and Tyonne Carter; dear brother of: Myra Akins (the late Marvin), Leslie Clarett (Rubin) and the late Gregory and Terry Carter; He was also survived by several adoring nieces; and nephews; as well as other relatives; and friends.
As a young man he enjoyed various sports including boxing which is why he was nicknamed "Pug" (short for pugil, meaning boxer) by his uncle Robert. Throughout his life, he remained an avid chess player and traveler. He worked several years as an insurance broker for various companies and later retired from Roadway Corporation.
Visitation will be held Friday, May 27, 2022 from 11:00 A.M. – 12:00 noon at Trinity United Church of Christ Gary, 1276 W. 20th Avenue, Gary, IN 46407.
A Celebration of Life Service will begin at noon with interment at Evergreen Memorial Park immediately following.
In lieu of flowers, tribute donations can be made to Alzheimer's and Dementia research at act.alz.org/site/Donation
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Memories and Condolences
for Tyler Carter
Minietta Nelson-Reed
May 27, 2022
To Myra, Leslie and the Entire Family
Sorry I can't be with you at this of bereavement. Know that God will comfort you during these moments.
Charlie Mae
May 25, 2022
Sincere Condolences to Family, Friends. Affectionately known as Pug. Always remembered.
Miss Judy, Sullivan, and Kayla Owens
May 22, 2022
To his entire family and his precious girls, Tanikka and Tyonne, may God continue to bless and comfort you. Tyler was a wonderful friend and neighbor. We will miss him dearly, may he rest in God's peace eternally.
Richard Gordon
May 20, 2022
My condolences to the family. Pug was like part of the family when I was growing up.
Daisy Curtis
May 18, 2022
Tanikka &Tyonne and Family,
We extend a heartfelt condolence in the transition of your Beloved Father, Tyler. May the fond memories help sustain you in the coming months.
Yours in Christ,
GwendoSorrlyn Hemphill
May 17, 2022
Sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. GOD doesn't make mistakes. Remember the good times you had together. GOD is still good all the time. I will be praying for the family.
Leonard Washington
May 17, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ernest and Rosa Lee Shadricks
May 17, 2022
Rest in Peace "Pug"
J C Mitchell
May 16, 2022
My condolences to Myra, family & friends
Earnestine Hibble
May 15, 2022
Sweetie, Myra, and his daughters, my deepest condolences and prayers for the family. Memories are forever therefore he will always be in your heart.
Douglas Havens Jr
May 15, 2022
Praying for Family. "Pug" as we call him grew up together in Delaney Projects 23nd Fillmore Street
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