Karen Craig Carter, 59, of 280 Beeson Road in Eden, passed away Wednesday, February 11, 2015, at her home.
A funeral service will be held at 3 PM on Friday, February 13, at Fair Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Ridgeview Memorial Gardens.
Mrs. Carter was born July 27, 1955 in Rockingham County, to the late Dillard and Donola Dunn Craig. She was a graduate of Morehead High School, Class of 1973, and of Central Carolina Community College. Karen was a member of Leaksville Moravian Church. Before her retirement she worked for Rockingham County as Tax Administrator.
She is survived by her husband, Barry Joe Carter of the home; son, Justin Carter and wife, Lynne Davis-Carter; two brothers, Dillard Michael Craig and wife, Wanda and David Randall Craig, all of Eden; numerous nieces and nephews; her mother-in-law, Nancy E. Carter; and two sisters-in-law, Donna Carter and husband, David, of Callaway, VA and Gina Slack and husband, Greg, of Albemarle, NC.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service on Friday (2 - 3 PM) at Fair Funeral Home and other times at the home of Nancy Carter, 610 Forbes Street.
Memorial contributions may be made to Leaksville Moravian Church, 712 McConnell Street, Eden, NC 27288 or to Hospice of Rockingham County, PO Box 281, Wentworth, NC 27375.
Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.fairfuneralhome.com
I am so so sorry to hear of Karen's passing. I just spoke to her last year at a festival in Eden. Barry and Justin, I am so so sorry for your loss. She was such a kind person. Thoughts, prayers, they're all coming to you and your family. Please let us know if there is anything I can do. With much love, Noel
Noel Dougherty Hill
Barry and Justin, I am so sorry for your loss. I remember Karen's sweet smile and I know she loved ya'll with all of her heart and soul. I pray that God will give you the peace that passeth all understanding now and in day's to come.
Debbie Thompson Horton
The heavens have gained a true angel. My heart is saddened to hear of Karen's passing but so glad she no longer suffers. I will always remember her smile and zest for life. So glad I got to spend time with her last week.
Renee McGinnis
We are deeply sorry to hear about Karen passing. She always had a smile on her face and words of encouragement. Our thoughts are with the family during this difficult time.
Larry & Kristie Rorrer
Barry and Justin:
Jim and I are so saddened to learn of Karen's passing. May the knowledge that she has received the ultimate healing comfort you in the coming days.
Jim and Donna Lewis
(Stinky and Del Rio)
Donna Lewis
Barry so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Ronnie Manuel & wife Robin
Barry, soo sorry for your lost. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family and may God provide you with strength in these times.
Peggy Siler
Barry and Justin: We are sorry about Karen passing away. She is in heaven now with all those nice people up there. God will take care of you.
Cathy, Jimmy, and Jason Rayle
Marilyn Carter Rayle (Cathy)
Dear Barry, Justin, and family....
WE were saddened to hear of Karen's passing today. Heaven is rejoicing with gaining another wonderful angel. May God embrace each of you with comfort, peace, and love during this difficult time of loss of a loved one. Know that YOU are in our thoughts and prayers.
Keith and Sherry Aheron
So sorry to hear of Karen's passing. She was a sweet person and I will always remember her growing up in Grand Oaks. Please know that the entire family is in our thoughts and prayers. She will be truly missed.
Ron, Codey & Lisa Shively Harbour
I am so sorry for your loss.
Karen was a special person.
May your memories serve you well.
Doris H. Matkins
Doris H. Matkins
So sorry for your loss, Praying for the family
Jerry Epps
Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time. She was a very special person that was always wanting to help others. She will be greatly missed by everyone in our community.
Mike & Tammy
Builders Mart Inc
Tammy
Dear Barry and family.....I was so sorry to hear of Karen's passing. She fought long and hard and is now resting in the arms of Jesus. May God hold you close during this difficult time and in the days ahead. You guys are in
my thoughts & prayers.
Micki M. Neal
Barry and family,
Just know we've been praying for her & we're praying for you brother. If there's anything our family can do for yours, let us know.
Tom & Rosemary Scales + kids
Our deepest sympathy, may God Bless you and keep you Barry and Justin. We feel your pain.
Wayne and Sheila Carter
Dear Barry, Justin, and family.... WE are saddened to hear of Karen's passing today. God definitely gained another ange when she made it to heaven. I missed our walks when she was unable to continue to meet with me because of work and then later her health. It was a sweet time of sharing and connecting. Our Prayer is that God embrace each of you with comfort, peace, and love during this difficult time of loss of a loved one. Know that YOU are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Terri and Donnie Lea
Teresa Lea
Barry and Justin.... Was so sorry to hear of Karen's passing. She was a real trooper. Will miss her smile and up lifting attitude. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Debbie and Phil Pruitt
Debbie Pruitt
Karen was such an inspiration to us all. To have known her over the past 30 years was a pleasure. She was dedicated to her job and the County and devoted to her family whom she loved dearly and shared that often with her peers. Like many of us she had her daily career trials and problems but she always handled them with the utmost professionalism. She shared a great deal with all of us in dealing with her illness and the positive influence she was for everyone even during her weakest times. We are going to miss Karen tremendously. May God bless your family during this time.
PHYLLIS ADAMS
I am sorry for your loss.. I don't know you personally but I want to express my sincere condolences.. The bible provides a solid hope for the future that die in Gods memory. John 5:28,29 tells us that the dead will hear the voice of Jesus & come out & they will return to a world where death, sickness, sorrow, and pain will be no more. These promises we can trust because the God of all comfort made these promises & he cannot lie. I hope you & your family will find this scriptures comforting.
Amber W
Dear Carter Family,
I am sorry for your loss.
You can find comfort in God's promises.
In John 5:28,29 - He is going to resurrect all those who have died, back to life here on earth. All the things that cause us sorrow, pain, and even death, will be gone forever - Revelation 21:3,4.
Ralph
Although it?¢‚Ǩ‚Ñ¢s difficult today to see beyond the sorrow,
May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.
~Author Unknown
Barry, Justin, Mike and Randy we just wanted to let you know how very sorry we are to hear of Karen's passing. There are just not enough words to express our deepest sympathies. We will be praying for all of you, please know that you will all be in our thoughts and prayers.
Arlene Terry
Barry and Family, So sorry to hear of your loss. I met Karen at your store and enjoyed talking with her, such a nice sweet lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Rahn and Sandi Nowlin
Sandi Nowlin
Barry & family, We are so sorry to hear of Karen's passing. We thank you both for being our customers at the Triangle. She was a sweet lady & I know she will be greatly missed. May you find strength in "Jesus". May God bless & comfort you in the days ahead. We are be praying for you, love in Christ, Harold & Nancy Raines.
Harold & Nancy Raines
I am so deeply sorry for the loss of this lady. Mike and family you are in my prayers. May God see each of you through your time of loss.
Susan Turner
Barry and Justin, I am sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers and thoughts in the coming days ahead. She was a wonderful person, friend, wife and mother. May God bless you with comfort and peace.
Tommy Griffin
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Born: Wednesday Jul 27, 1955
