Rickey Dean Carter

1958 ∼ 2009

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Rickey Dean Carter, 50, of Orange, died Sunday, March 29, 2009, at Methodist Hospital in Houston.

Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 1, 2009, at McDonald Memorial Baptist Church in West Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Roy A. Parker and Reverend Danny Gilliam.

Burial will follow at Autumn Oaks Memorial Park in the McLewis Community.

Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.

Born in Urania, Louisiana on June 21, 1958, Rickey was the son of Richard "Wickie" and Wyetta Wilson Carter.

Rickey was a member of McDonald Memorial Baptist Church. He loved music, fishing and many other outdoor activities. He had a special gift of writing and was working with a company to have a children's story published.

Of all the things Rickey enjoyed, the most important was his family. He loved his girls and took great pride in all they did.

Rickey is survived by his wife, Apryl Carter; parents, Richard "Wickie" and Wyetta Carter; daughters, Emily Carter, Natalie Carter and Sarah Carter.

He is also survived by his sisters and brothers-in-law, Terry and Don McFarlane, Mona and Raymond LaBove, nephews and nieces, Micah and Luke McFarlane, Brittany and John Austin Chalmer, Tiffany Hamilton, Leslie Perkins, Chevis Perkins and Blake Peveto.

Serving as pallbearers will be Ed Taylor, Luke McFarlane, Micah McFarlane, John Austin Chalmers, Cris Orebo, Chevis Perkins, Scott DeRouen and Raymond LaBove.

Honorary pallbearers will be Eugene Crocker, Roger Minner, Randy Peveto, Kerry Hogg, Dolan Pendarvis and Ricky Manuel.

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Anonymous April 20, 2009

Wicky, Yletta, Terry, Mona and all the family: My prayers continue to go up for you. As I told you at the funeral, I cannot imagine what you are going through but our heavenly Father does because He watched one day as His Son suffered and died. I love you##imported-begin##Roy Parker##imported-end##

Anonymous April 3, 2009

Wickie, Wyetta, Terry and Mona, I am so sorry to hear about Rickey. I have great memories of him playing basketball at Big Mac Gym....I always looked up to Rickey and and your family was always there for us. I miss you all and am very sorry for your lo##imported-begin##Mike, Susan, Hudson and Hannah Hill##imported-end##

Anonymous April 1, 2009

Apryl & Girls I am so sorry for your lose my heart goes out to you. I had planned on coming by during visitation but I had to work over and my appointement went over also. Please know I am here if you need anything. God Speed for a mended heart! Love ya##imported-begin##Kim Dugas Peveto##imported-end##

Anonymous April 1, 2009

Apryl you know I meant loss instead of lose. But you know where my heart is. Love ya##imported-begin##Kim Dugas Peveto##imported-end##

Anonymous April 1, 2009

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Carter and family, Please accept my heartfelt condolences in the loss of an awesome son, father, brother and friend. I'll always think of Rickey when I see wildflowers. Ya will be in my prayers. love, Donna Gail##imported-begin##Donna Ellis##imported-end##

Anonymous April 1, 2009

Apryl and Girls I am so sorry to here of your loss. I know we rarely cross paths much anymore but I still think of ya'll often. I told Dad and he also sends his sorrow. We love ya'll and of course if you need anything PLEASE let us know.##imported-begin##Deven Peveto Michael##imported-end##

Anonymous March 31, 2009

Our prayers are with you. Love you.##imported-begin##Leigh Hudson-Whitney and Mazzy Whitney##imported-end##

Anonymous March 31, 2009

Wickie, Wyetta, Terry & Mona; My prayers are with each of you in this difficult time. Even though it has been many years, Rickey & I had some great times together, times I will not forget and forever cherish.##imported-begin##Obie Dixon##imported-end##

Anonymous March 31, 2009

Wonderful brother-in-law, so many great memories, will miss him so much.##imported-begin##Polly McNeel##imported-end##

Anonymous March 31, 2009

Apryl, Emily, Natalie and Sarah, My God Bless You and Give You Peace during this time of sorrow. Our family is praying for yours. Steve, Lisa, Chelsea & Dylan##imported-begin##Lisa McGlothin##imported-end##

Anonymous March 31, 2009

Apryl, Emily, Natalie, Sarah We are so sorry for your loss. Our family is praying for you all. We love ya'll and if you need us, we are here. We pray that you feel the love and strength of God's arms holding each of you close. Jimmy, Jana, Zane, Etha##imported-begin##Jana Williams##imported-end##

Anonymous March 31, 2009

Wickie, Wyetta, Terry & Don and Mona, My sincerest condolences on your loss. Even though it has been many years I remember Rickey as being just a really nice stand up kind of guy. Good memories for you and yours. My thoughts and prayers will be with ##imported-begin##Luanne Smart Gorzsas##imported-end##

Anonymous March 31, 2009

Dear Carter family, I was deeply saddened to hear about Rickey's passing. I know this is a difficult time for all of you, and I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Rickey was a sweet and gentle spirit, who always had a warm smile for each of us. ##imported-begin##Donna Canter Howard##imported-end##

Anonymous March 30, 2009

You are in our thoughts and prayers, Ricky Manuel and Lou Ann Chism##imported-begin##Ricky Manuel & Lou Ann##imported-end##

Anonymous March 30, 2009

Wickie, Wyetta, Terry, Mona and Families - my heart is breaking for you right now. I cannot even imagine what you are going through. Rickey was a special person and will be greatly missed. Know that each of you are in my thoughts and my prayers at th##imported-begin##Linda Lindley Lowrimore##imported-end##

Anonymous March 30, 2009

Our sincerest condolences from your extended family.##imported-begin##Charlie & Karen Craig##imported-end##

Anonymous March 30, 2009

Our prayers continue to be with you during this time of sorrow,##imported-begin##Maurice and Mary Sue Hill##imported-end##

Anonymous March 30, 2009

Mr. and Mrs. Carter and family, Please know that I am praying for all of you. May you experience the peace that only our heavenly Father can give and may you encounter Him more intimately during these days ahead. Warmest regards, Dave##imported-begin##Dave Daggett##imported-end##

Anonymous March 30, 2009

Apryl & Girls, So sorry to hear of your loss. Your family is in our prayers. May God wrap His loving arms around you and carry you through these very tough times.##imported-begin##The Belangers##imported-end##