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James M. "Que" Carter, Sr.

01/08/1940 - 10/18/2024

Obituary For James M. "Que" Carter, Sr.

On Friday, October 18, 2024, James M. “Que” Carter, Sr., 84, of Indian Trail, Martinsville, VA transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life at Martinsville Health & Rehab. He was born in Virginia on January 8, 1940, to the late Charles Thomas Carter and Laurestiene Hairston Carter.

In addition to his parents, James was preceded in death by one daughter, Tammy B. Walker; one son, James “Jody” Carter; one grandson, Demarkus D. Brown; one sister, Mary Carter Grover; and two brother, Willie Carter and Charlie Thomas Carter, Jr.

James attended high school in Martinsville, VA and furthered his career in Cleveland, OH and Kansas City. After his retirement from General Motors, he returned back to Martinsville and devoted his time to his family and loved ones.

Those left to cherish his memory includes his wife, Samantha Carter; two daughters, Chynita A. Belcher (Edward) and Victoria F. Carter; one son, William “Bill” Carter (Maranda) all of Martinsville, VA; eight grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; three great great-grandchildren; three brothers, Melvin Carter, Norman Carter (Mary) and Claude Carter ((Rose) all of Martinsville, VA; one sister, Laura McLeod of Cleveland, OH; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

A visitation service will be held on Thursday, October 24, 2024, at 11:30 a.m. with the funeral service at 12 noon at the C.R.V. Memorial Chapel at Hairston Funeral Home with Pastor Marshall Wells, Jr., Eulogist. Interment will follow at Carver Memorial Gardens, 869 Parkway Dr., Martinsville.

A public viewing will be held on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at Hairston Funeral Home between the hours of 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. Other times, the family will receive friends at the home of his daughter and son-in-law, Chynita and Edward Belcher, 761 Indian Tr., Martinsville. Live streaming of the funeral service will be available at Hairston Funeral Home live via Facebook.

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Calvin Millner sent Tender Tribute for James M. "Que" Carter, Sr. - October 23, 2024

Our deepest sympathies and condolences to the Carter family. May God's peace and joy fill your hearts during this difficult time. Your cousins Bob, Larry and Calvin

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Gary L. Ellison sent Serene Lily Basket for James M. "Que" Carter, Sr. - October 23, 2024

Dearest family, Please believe that I am there in spirit and abundant love. I know my brother is in a better place. I will always cherish the laughter and joy we shared. Love, Auntie Neal

TO MOTHER LAURA MCLEOD AND THE CARTER FAMILY YOU HAVE MY DEEPEST AND HEARTFELT SYMPATHY IN THE TRANSITION OF YOUR LOVED ONE JAMES M. CARTER, I PRAY GOD'S STRENGTH,COMFORT AND HEAVENLY PEACE DURING THIS TIME OF SORROW. YOURS IN CHRIST ELIZABETH A THOMAS TEMPLE BAPTIST CHURCH CLEVELAND OHIO

May God's unchanging hand offer you perfect peace during your time of loss. My condolences and prayers to the Carter family and friends. Toby Williams

Praying for the family and friends. Our deepest sympathy.

Melener and Miss Ruth Akridge

Praying for the Carter and extended family. Our deepest sympathy.

Our deepest sympathy

Judy and Monica Draper

Prayers for Family & friends 🧡-Keisha Norman

My sincere thoughts and prayers to the Carter family. May God comfort you in this time of loss.

Chauntelle Wright

Sincere condolences to Friend - we love you and we're praying for God's comfort to you & the family! The Swindells aka Friend & Friend n law 💕

Our deepest sympathy and prayers to the Carter family. Willie Mae and Peter Harris

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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