J.T. “Jake” Carter

Anderson– J.T. “Jake” Carter, 78, husband of Betty Jane Holcombe Carter, passed away, August 12, 2020 at AnMed Hospital.

 

Born in Westminster, SC, he was the son of the late Arnold Basco “A.B.” and Neoshia Davis Carter. Jake was retired from Lowes where he worked as a paint pro and cabinetry specialist and was of the Christian faith. Jake was a US Navy veteran serving years 1959-1963 as a Machinist Mate 3rd Class, a past Mason and Hejaz-Shriner and an avid outdoorsman. Without a doubt, Jake loved his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, parents, siblings, his country, and his God, but most of all his devoted wife of 58 years.

 

In addition to his wife, Jake is survived by sons, Jeff Carter (Jill) of Indianapolis, IN, Gary Carter of Westminster, SC, Paul Carter (Molly) of Belton, SC; brothers, Floyd Carter of Salem, Aaron Carter of Cullowhee, NC, Ivy Carter of Liberty, SC, Robert Carter of Easley, SC; sister, Jean Grant of Six Mile, SC; twelve grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

 

Jake is preceded in death by a daughter, Janie Beth Brown; brother, Alvin Carter; sisters, Martha Kelly, Earline Carter; and grandchildren, Ashley Caroline Carter and Garon Jacob Carter.

 

A Memorial Service will be held at a later date

 

The family is at their respective homes. Condolences may be expressed online by visiting www.sandiferfuneralhome.com.

 

SANDIFER FUNERAL HOME IS ASSISTING THE FAMILY