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Larry E. Carter, Sr.
April 1, 1949 - February 26, 2011

Mr. Larry E. Carter was born on Friday, April 1, 1949, son of the late L.T. and Lucille Carter. Mr. Carter died Saturday, February 26, 2011 at the family residence, at the age of 61 years months and days. He was born on April 1, 1949 in Trumann, Ark, and had lived most of his lifetime in Trumann and Forrest City before moving to Santa Fe, New Mexico 17 years ago. Mr. Carter was an interior designer for Fleishman Designs of Santa Fe. He was preceded in death by one nephew, Nicky Wright and his parents. Survivors include one son, Larry E. Carter, Jr. of Forrest City; five brothers, William Carter, Junior Carter, and Michael Carter all of Trumann, Jimmy Carter of Harrisburg and Robert Carter of Memphis, TN; four sisters, Debbie Carter McInturff of Jonesboro, Peggy Wright of Trumann, Patricia Ann Muse and Bonnie Jean Harvey both of Owasso, OK; ex-wife and special friend, Linda B. Carter of Forrest City; 21 nieces and nephews, 37 great-nieces and nephews, 11 great-great-nieces and nephews, and a host of family and friends. Private memorial service will be held at the First General Baptist Church near Trumann. Online guest book at www.thompsonfuneralhome.net

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  1. robert carter , says
    March 6, 2011

    Brother.I'm so glad we were close enough to be honest with each other.The world will miss you but the Lord is getting a son that will help complete his job of bringing his children home to a better place.see you soon.no more pain.all peace and joy.a true Brother. Love---Robert

  2. JIMMY BROOKS, TEMPLE HILLS, MARYLAND says
    March 3, 2011

    I knew Larry at McCormick and I thought very highly of him. I remember how he could really sing and play the piano. I really liked Larry and he will be sorely missed. May he rest in peace.

  3. Mike Chaffin, Russellville, Ar says
    March 2, 2011

    To the Carter family, You are in our prayers and may the Lord give you peace during this sad time. Larry was a great class mate and friend. His smile and presence always made a dark room a better place. Larry you will be missed my friend. Mike Chaffin THS class of 67.

  4. Gary Winters, Spring City, TN says
    March 2, 2011

    I figured out once that the way you have eternal life on earth is being remembered by all of your friends and family. My cousin Larry and I hit it off from the start. I was the city boy and Larry the country boy. Every ten minutes around him I learned something new about the world. I enjoyed walking along the ditch bank with him looking for crawdads. I loved shooting marbles under the porch. I loved going to town with the guy that everybody knew and waved to. I loved listening to him sing. He was my best friend and I never had another one as good. Whether it was sliding an ice cold co-cola out of the drink box or getting an ice cream cone, it was a new and enjoyable experience for me. When Mom and Dad started planning our annual Arkansas vacation, I lit up like a light bulb—going to see Larry and Trish! I will never forget those wonderful days. Larry will live on in my mind until the day I die. He was one great guy in every sense of the word and the world will be a little dimmer in his absence.

  5. Beth Nunnally, Bentonville, AR says
    March 1, 2011

    Your whole family is in my thoughts and prayers. One of Larry's friends in the Class of 1967.

  6. Anita Wishon, Thomasville NC says
    March 1, 2011

    TuTu, I will miss the fun we had the way you made me laugh and our chocolate contest we had the last time we were able to be together (remember I won). But I also want to thank a member of your family that wasn't mentioned in the memorial tribute, Andy for standing by you and taking such great care of you these last several years. I feel we were able to keep you as long as we did because of that. I love you and I miss you, your niece Anita.

  7. Kenny White, Memphis, TN says
    March 1, 2011

    Larry was an inspiration to me as a singer when we were in school together. His barbershop and choral talents were tremendous. Our prayers and thoughts are with all the family at this difficult time.

  8. Hester (McMahan) Hogan, Trumann, Ar. 72472 says
    March 1, 2011

    To the family of Larry Carter, It has been a very long time since I have seen Larry but I remember him as a very funny and happy person. Those days at McCormick were some of the best years of our lives. Our families have been friends forever. I am truly saddened by your loss and I pray for your comfort during this time. God Bless and comfort you, Hester

  9. Janiece Goucher, Allen, Texas says
    March 1, 2011

    I remember Larry's smile and kind words at School.. to me. He was always smileing, as though he had a secret!!! May God Bless your family, and give them peace.. My Prayers are with all of you.. Larry will truly be missed..

  10. sandra watson Isbell, jonesboro, Ar says
    March 1, 2011

    I am sighning this for my sister, Judy, who has passed on and myself. She and Larry were good friends and I remember him well.His humore was a constant reminder of how life should be lived and we are lucky to have known himIam so sorry for your loss.

  11. robyne doyle culver, Littlle Rock, AR says
    March 1, 2011

    Larry was one of my dearest friends. We had so much fun in Forrest City Little Theater. My daddy, Robert Doyle and Larry used to sing together with Mr. Eddie Fleeman and Mr. Stevie Stevens. I also remember his collection of giraffes. He gave me a set as a wedding gift and I still have them after several moves. What wonderful memories I have of Larry. My prayers go to Linda and Chip and Debbie and Jim and all his family. He was much loved.

  12. Darlene(Brooks)Jett, Springhill tn says
    March 1, 2011

    Larry was one of the sweetest guys i knew as a child. he was always so nice to me. prays to micheal and debbie.

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