Drewry William "Billy" Carter, 64, of 364 Harbor Landing in Moneta, VA, passed away early Friday morning, January 21, 2011 at his home. A memorial service will be held at 3 PM on Sunday, January 23, at Dan River Wesleyan Church in Eden, NC where he was a member. Visitation will be held an hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will follow in Ridgeview Memorial Gardens. Mr. Carter was born April 25, 1946 in Henry County, VA, son of the late Beverly Morton and Stella Flanagan Carter. He was a US Navy veteran and a retiree of Miller Brewing Company. Surviving is his wife, Rebecca Harris Carter of the home; son, William "Tracey" Carter and wife, Meg of Wirtz, VA; two grandchildren, Amanda Michelle Carter and Brittany Leigh Carter; sisters, Sally Reynolds of Newport, NC, Josephine Carter and Nancy Odell, both of Eden; and two brothers, Joe B. Carter of Pennsylvania and Henry Carter of Ridgeway, VA. The family would like to express their thanks and appreciation to Dr. Kenneth Karb for his dedication to Billy during his time of illness. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Carilion Hospice Services of Franklin County, 180 Floyd Avenue, Rocky Mount, VA 24151. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.fairfuneralhome.com
Worked with Billy at MillerCoors,sorry for your loss
Tamara Norton
So sorry to hear of your loss. I worked with Billy in the early years at Miller.Thoughts and prayers go out to all your family.
Lillian Little
Enjoyed working with Billy. May he Rest In Peace.
Kay Gammon
So sorry to hear about Billy. A really nice person. Worked with him at Miller.
Linda Long
Billy will be greatly missed. I consider him to have been a very good friend. He was a kind thoughtful man who was always ready to help anyone. We are so sorry for your loss. David W. Daniels
David & Donna Daniels
To Billy's family I'm very sorry for your loss but know you have many good memories. Have not seen him since grade school but remember him as a very kind person.
Doris Sink Johnson
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers will remain with you and your family.
Linda & Clarence Harbour
We are really sorry to hear of your loss. Billy was a great friend and co-worker. That wry smile will always be remembered. May God be with you through these difficult times.
Tim & Rhonda Middleton
To all the Carter Family, I am so sorry to hear of Billy passing, it saddens my heart very much. I remember Billy as we went to Ridgeway School, he was always quiet and nice to everyone. Just want the brothers and sisters to know that I haven't forgotten Billy or them. Will pray that our dear God will be with you and help you to get through the hard times ahead. May God Bless All! Jewel from Ridgeway, VA
Jewel South Griffin
We have just heard of the loss of Billy through a posting on Facebook. I'm so shocked and saddened for your loss. Loved seeing his smile their in DRWC S.S. Class. Many thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time.
Dana Corum & Family
Remecaa, Jo, Nancy and all of the family, I am so sorry to hear of Billy death. I have been out of town and just heard about it. I am praying that God who understands all our needs will wrap you in His loving care so you will feel the comfort of His warm and healing touch. I will keep all of you in my prayers. Muriel Caldwell
Muriel Bryant Caldwell
Rebecca, Tracey, I worked with Billy for many years. He was a good friend and a good man. May GOD Bless you and your family.
Ben Setliff
Becky, My heart breaks for you because I know you have lost a big part of yourself with the loss of Billy. I sat in church Sunday morning and thought of the many times that Billy was right there on that pew behind us. His kind and loving smile will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Tracey.
Lisa Earles
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