RAY CARTER
Aug. 31, 1937-June 16, 2015
William Ray Carter, 77, Dudley, went home to be with his Lord suddenly Tuesday, June 16, 2015, at his home.
Ray was born in Wayne County Aug. 31, 1937, to the late William Henry Carter and Rossie Taylor Carter.
He proudly served his country in the United States Navy, and retired from Goldsboro Tire Service after 33 years of service.
Ray was a true sportsman, most comfortable outdoors. He was a hunter of small game, and loved walking or riding his horse in the woods and fields with a gun and one of his bird dogs he had trained.
Ray was a good husband, a great father and grandfather. He provided a wonderful home for his family, and gave all he could to his family.
The family will receive friends Friday, June 19, 2015, from 10 to 11 a.m. at Seymour Funeral Home, followed by a service celebrating Ray's life at 11 a.m. in the chapel, with the Rev. Bill Rose officiating. Interment will follow in Willow Dale Cemetery.
Ray is survived by his wife of 51 years, Sylvia Jean Carter; son, Michael Carter of Winston-Salem; daughter, Amy Carter Scott and husband, Andrew, of Goldsboro; and the apples of his eye, his grandchildren, Rianna Scott and Kelsey Scott.
He is also survived by his brothers, Eddie Carter and wife, Annette, and Ronnie Carter and wife, Mary; several nephews; and one niece.
In addition to his parents, Ray was preceded in death by his brothers, Nathan, Ralph and Johnny Carter.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.seymourfuneralhome.com.
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Published in Obituaries on June 18, 2015 1:49 PM