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Herbert Carter Obituary

Herbert Michael "Mike" Carter passed away peacefully, at the age of 75, on Thursday, March 7, 2013, in Conroe, Texas, where he resided for 15 years.

Mike Carter was born in Fort Worth on February 24, 1938 to Virginia and Hub Carter. He was known and loved by many for his kindness and sense of humor, as was his father. Mike was joking with his family and caregivers until his passing.

Mike was preceded in death by his parents and daughter, Michelle Carter.

He is survived by his son, Herbert Michael Carter, Jr., of Fort Worth, sisters Lisa Payne and husband Tom of Fort Worth and Cathy Stockton and husband Greg of Wichita Falls, nephew Cole McWhorter of Wichita Falls, and friend and cousin, Paul E. Cameron, Jr. and his wife Ruth of Montgomery, Texas, and many other relatives co-workers and friends. Mike was a loyal employee of Paul E. Cameron, Jr., Inc. for over 16 years.

A memorial service is not planned at this time. In lieu of flowers, a memorial gift, if desired, to the Sunshine Kids or a favorite charity of your choice would be appreciated. You may leave memorial condolences at www.shmfh.com.


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Published by The Pasadena Citizen from Mar. 13 to Mar. 28, 2013.

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Harriett Ward Conditt

March 15, 2013

All the good times we all had together in high school .
RIP, Mike

Marcus Carter

March 14, 2013

Fair winds and full sails,Old Buddy. I miss you.

Jim Dale

March 14, 2013

Mike was one of the good guys...always had a friendly word for everyone. It seems father time is taking it's toll on our class of 1956.

Deanna Molsbee

March 14, 2013

I am so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. I am Marcus Carter's daughter and I've heard my Daddy talk about he and Mike's escapades my whole life. My condolences to the family.

March 14, 2013

Happy Trails in Heaven Mike.
Steve Anderson (Classmate 56)

Carla. Baxter Stephens

March 14, 2013

I'm so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. Mike"s mom, Virginia, and my dad, Bill Baxter, were cousins. We lived close to the Carters in Oakhurst so Mike and I grew up together. Condolences to Mike's family. I will be thinking of you.

March 14, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with family and friends of mike, I am remembering and big smile and kindness to me by mike! Sincerely Beverly thompson maxcy (classmate carter high)

March 14, 2013

Phillip and I remember Mike from school days and even before. We loved him and Zip and Hub. I will always remember his kindness and sense of humor. Deanna Gorbett Walker

Robert McKibben

March 14, 2013

R.I.P Mike.

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