of Mt. Vernon, AR
March 27, 1946 - June 10, 2022
Lawrence G. Carter, 76, of Mt. Vernon, Arkansas passed away to his heavenly home Friday, June 10, 2022. He was born March 27, 1946 to the late Thomas Jefferson Carter and Blanche Garrett Carter of Holland, Arkansas.
He is preceded in death by his parents.
Lawrence is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Mrs. Sandra Kelley Carter; two children, Ranea Hawkins (Darren) of Mt. Vernon, Michael Carter (Marrey) of Enola; four grandchildren, Derek Hawkins (Becca) of Vilonia, Ashley Brown (Luke) of Benton, Bryce Carter of Fort Smith, Bailey Carter of Atlanta, Georgia; four great-grandchildren, Makinley and Hudson Hawkins and Brynlee and Lainee Brown; brother, Charles Carter (Linda) of Conway and his sister, Madeleine Paul (Charles) of Conway.
Lawrence was a Greenbrier High School graduate and was retired from the U.S. Army as a Purple Heart recipient. He was member of the Mt. Vernon Baptist Church. He loved to deer hunt when he was able. He was the best at telling jokes. He enjoyed making people laugh and loved to tease everyone. His children are his pride and joy. He loved his family.
The family would like to express their thanks to the first responders, EMT's, doctors, and staff at Baptist Health of Conway, as well as Home Instead who provided the most wonderful caregiver, Mindy.
A visitation for Lawrence will be held at the Mt. Vernon Baptist Church at 10:00am, Tuesday, June 14, 2002, with funeral services following at 11:00am. Interment will follow at Crestlawn Memorial Park, Conway, Arkansas.
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31 Condolence(s)
Elizabeth Barton Hegeman
Thursday, June 16, 2022
Madeleine. I am so sorry to hear that Lawrence passed away. I still remember him as your cute, smiling, little brother.
Jimmy L Hawkins
Tuesday, June 14, 2022
He was a great guy and friend who always wore a smile. He always had a kind word for me seasoned with a little advice lol. He will be missed.
Sandra (McGaha) bryant Stephenson and Wayne Stephenson
Tuesday, June 14, 2022
Sandra and family We are sorry for your loss. May God get you all through these hard day. He isn't hurting any more. Lawrence was very special person. REST IN PEACE
Ron Brantley
Monday, June 13, 2022
Sad news
Jerry Snyder
Monday, June 13, 2022
Sandra and all of the Family, I will not be able to be there for the services but please know that we are thinking of all of you and praying for peace beyond all understanding. Jerry and Sondra Snyder, Salina and Dennis Holland and Ryan and Stephanie McKinney and all of our Family.
Jerry Snyder
Monday, June 13, 2022
Words can't express my sorrow for the loss of my Great Friend and Brother. When we met in Vietnam we instantly became friends. we were wounded together and sent to the same hospitals in Vietnam and Japan. Farewell, until we meet again, my Great Friend and Blackhorse Brother. Jerry Snyder
Sandra White
Monday, June 13, 2022
Sandra and the Carter family. I was so sorry to hear of Lawrence passing away. It’s been years but I remember him always being so kind. You are all in my prayers and thoughts. God Bless you all and give you strength.
Richard and Mary Pearce
Monday, June 13, 2022
Lawrence Carter American Hero, loved by all who knew him, devoted father, husband, grandfather, great grandfather and Uncle.
Karen Land. Jones
Monday, June 13, 2022
Lawrence didn’t see you very much after we got out of school but you are the 1st one of us to see our mother and aunts in heaven. And, of course Jesus. I will pray for you.
Cindy Troillet
Monday, June 13, 2022
Sandra,
You are in our family prayers. May God give you peace & comfort.
Cindy & Matt
John Wayne and Dale Carter
Sunday, June 12, 2022
Sandra and family,you are in our prayers.He was a good man.
Paulette Rowlett Rowe
Sunday, June 12, 2022
So sorry for your loss, we went all through high school. Prayers for the family
Bettianne Henderson Matthews
Sunday, June 12, 2022
So sorry for your loss. Praying for you and your family. Lawrence was a fun guy in High School.
Wanda newland
Sunday, June 12, 2022
So sorry for your lost. Lawrence was a wonderful person
Mary-Catherine Flanagin Glover
Sunday, June 12, 2022
Sandra and family- I’m so sorry for your loss! â¤ï¸
L.D. and bonnie fason
Sunday, June 12, 2022
sandra, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Lawrence was a great guy and will be missed by all that knew him.
Ronald and Kathy Pearce
Sunday, June 12, 2022
Lawrence was one of my closest cousins.So thankful for our recent telephone visit. We will miss his smiling sweet face and wit! Our prayers are with you and family Sandra. You are the best! He knew he had a jewel in you! Love you all!
Rachel Brandon
Sunday, June 12, 2022
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for your family .
Bobby Loyd
Sunday, June 12, 2022
We are sorry to hear about Lawrence passing. I never forget him defending our country. Our prayers are with the family.
Dellane Taylor
Sunday, June 12, 2022
Sandra so sorry to hear of Lawrence passing. He was a dandy. Remember him from way back when you were dating he was so much fun to be around. My thoughts And prayers are with you and your family.
Jan Hall
Sunday, June 12, 2022
I’m sorry for your loss and will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Gary Reynolds
Sunday, June 12, 2022
Prayers for Charles, Madeleines and the rest of the family.
Prayers
Margaret Nail
Saturday, June 11, 2022
Sandra, I am so sorry to hear of Lawrence’s passing. We always thought so much of y’all and your family. Jerry was always talking about something Lawrence had done or said. We have y’all in our prayers. We love y’all very much.
Charles & Linda Carter
Saturday, June 11, 2022
Lawrence was a Precious Brother & Brother-in-law! Will miss him & Telephone Calls telling us Nascar & Barrett Jackson Car Show is own, Heavens Gain.....
Ronnie & Sara Free
Saturday, June 11, 2022
We are so sorry for your family's loss.
Sonja Clark Canten
Saturday, June 11, 2022
Many prayers for you Mrs Sandra. I have fond memories of Mr Lawrence and You during the Holland Baptist days. So sorry for your loss.
Arlene Fason Montgomery
Saturday, June 11, 2022
I grew up in Mount Vernon knowing this amazing man and his beautiful wife, Sandra. His smile always “lit up a roomâ€. My condolences to Sandra and all the rest of the family. ðŸ™â¤ï¸ðŸ™
Charles & Madeleine Paul
Saturday, June 11, 2022
Tammie Domma
Saturday, June 11, 2022
Sending prayers and love to you Aunt Sandra, Ranea and Michael. I have the best memories of Uncle Lawrence.
Paulette Bryant
Saturday, June 11, 2022
Sandra and family you are in my prayers and thoughts♥ï¸
Larry and Kathlyn Arnett
Saturday, June 11, 2022
Sandra and family, we are praying for you and will keep you in our prayers for God’s comfort to surround your precious family and fill your broken hearts with all the wonderful memories Lawrence left with you. Sending love to you -