of Hot Springs, AR
September 19, 1941 - June 9, 2020
Sue Benson Carter went to her heavenly home on June 9th, 2020. Sue was born in Marks, Mississippi September 19, 1941 the daughter of Joe and Dorothy Benson.
Sue graduated college from "The W", Mississippi University for Women in Columbus, Mississippi. While employed at Baptist Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee, Sue met her life-long husband of 56 years, Billy G. Carter. Sue lived her life to care and support her husband and two children, Will and Courtney.Sue not only loved and served her family well but also her church family through the years in both First Baptist Church of Elaine and Helena, Arkansas. She enjoyed teaching Sunday School and eagerly serving various hospitality committees for her church family.
Sue was a Charter Member of the P.E.O Chapter CO of Helena, a group leader of Explorers Bible Study, involved with Gideon Auxiliary for 35 years, and a life time member of Junior Auxiliary. In all of these roles and organizations, she cherished her friends. Sue Benson Carter served her family, church, friends, and community well throughout her life. She was motivated by the mercy she had been given in Christ.
Sue was preceded in death by her parents, Joe and Dorothy Benson, her brother Ed Benson, and her dearly loved son Will Carter.
She leaves behind her husband Billy G. Carter of Helena, Arkansas, daughter and son-in-law Courtney and Jared Zeiser, and two grandchildren, of whom she was very proud, Carter and Caroline Zeiser of Hot Springs, Arkansas.
A graveside memorial service will be held at Sunset Cemetery, Helena, Arkansas on Friday, June 12th at 1:00 PM. Those who wish to remember Sue in a special way may make gifts in her memory to the Anchor Mission, West Helena, Arkansas, First Baptist Church of Helena, Arkansas, Hope Church Hot Springs PCA, or Gideons International.
Her family would like to give a special thank you to the excellent Caregivers of Right at Home in Hot Springs, Arkansas for loving and serving her so well in the last days!
Roller-Citizens Funeral Home is complying with the Arkansas Department of Health guidelines regarding COVID-19. We ask that all attendees practice social distancing by maintaining six feet apart at the graveside.
Services are directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870) 572-2571.
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23 Condolence(s)
Billie Jean King
Saturday, October 8, 2022
Mr. Bill. Seems so formal to say that since I've been knowing you and MS.Sue for as long as I can remember. I loved MS. Sue and loved when she'd ask me to help her cause I loved it. I can remember us putting up corn one summer. And Billy G this Billie J loves you. Thank you for all the awesome memories. I love we have the same name.
Love your whole family
Billie Jean
Stephenie Cookie Cooke
Saturday, June 13, 2020
I am so sorry to hear this and am thinking about you all during this difficult time.
Michele Steinbeck
Friday, June 12, 2020
Mr Carter, Courtney and family
I’m so sorry to hear about Ms Sue. My thoughts and prayers are with you all in the days ahead. Ms Sue was a sweet lady.
Love
Michele Steinbeck
Peggy Webster
Friday, June 12, 2020
Dear Billy, Sue was one of the loveliest people I have ever known and I count myself very fortunate to have known her as a friend. Now she is experiencing the peace and joy that she knew awaited her. Her faith was an inspiration to us all.
I send sincere sympathy and love to you and Courtney,
Peggy Webster
Diann Dunlap Lederman
Friday, June 12, 2020
Mr. Bill and Coutney,
I am so sorry for your loss. Mrs. Sue was a special lady. I still
remember all the times we shared in Elaine. Many prayers for the family.
Angela C Brooks
Friday, June 12, 2020
Ms Sue was a kind lady, she always had a beautiful smile on.
my thoughts to her family during this trying time.
Sincerely
Angela
Pat Williams
Friday, June 12, 2020
Billy and Courtney, I am so sorry. Sue loved everybody and everybody loved her. We will all miss her.
Tim & Donna Ward Johnson
Friday, June 12, 2020
We are so sorry for your loss. Know we are praying for the family during this difficult time. May you find peace in the many wonderful memories you have.
Rockey Starnes
Friday, June 12, 2020
It is with a heavy heart that I hear of Sue’s passing. I had not known she was so sick. I know your pain and am praying for the Holy Comforter to be with you today and the days ahead. Cindy enjoyed knowing her as much as I.
Rockey Starnes
Friday, June 12, 2020
Ann Benton Pugh
Friday, June 12, 2020
I am shocked and saddened to read of Sue’s death. Our friendship began at the “W†and I didn’t see her often after we graduated but when I did (usually at Sigma Chi functions), it was always my greatest pleasure! I’m sure she’s making heaven a little brighter with her beauty, grace and southern accent! I know Sue will be terribly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Jim Mayer
Thursday, June 11, 2020
Bill, Courtney you are in Diane and my thoughts and prayers. Sue was a gift to all who knew her. Such a special mother, wife and friend. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Diane,Jim, Marla, Caren, & Adam Mayer
Joy Carter
Thursday, June 11, 2020
Courtney
So sorry to hear about your Mon. Will remember her sweet smile.
Joy
Stewart Juengel
Thursday, June 11, 2020
So sorry to see this!
Caren Mayer Orum
Thursday, June 11, 2020
Oh, Carter family, my heart breaks. I so loved Miss Sue and know how deeply she'll be missed. She gave so much to everyone. Please know that I'm sending so much love to you all. Mr. Bill, she was one in a million. Love you Courtney!
Caren
Deanna Bartlett
Thursday, June 11, 2020
Mr. Bill, I am so sorry to hear about your wife. You always had such wonderful things to say about her so I know you and your family will miss her so much! Thinking about you all !
Lynette Burt Murphy
Thursday, June 11, 2020
Courtney and family,
I am so sorry to see the loss of Sue. She was a truly beautiful person inside and out. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Julie Goings
Thursday, June 11, 2020
Such a sweet soul! Praying for peace and comfort for your family.
Julie & Scott Strayhorn
Jo Ann Davis knight
Thursday, June 11, 2020
So very sorry for your loss. Prayers for all.
Barbara Morgan
Thursday, June 11, 2020
Sue was devoted to her family-her strong character and faith were always evident.
Sincere condolences to Bill and family during this difficult time-May her memory be a blessing for the future.
June White
Thursday, June 11, 2020
I am so very sorry to read of Sue’s death. I pray that God will hold your hands during this time of your great loss.
June White
Joe and Mary McElduff
Thursday, June 11, 2020
So sorry to hear of Mrs. Sue’s passing. Courtney, Jared, and Mr. Billy, our thoughts and prayers are with y’all and all your family. We know she’s in her heavenly home now with our Savior and reuniting with Will. We love you guys and we miss you.
Joe and Mary McElduff
Dallas Green
Thursday, June 11, 2020
So very sorry Courtney for the loss of your mom. Prayers for your family.