Vernon Ray “Pete” Carter, 83, of Campbellsville, KY was born on July 23, 1936 to the late James and Edna (Pritchard) Carter. He departed this life on Wednesday, August 28, 2019 at Taylor Regional Hospital.
He was a retiree of Greensburg Manufacturing. Vernon married Carolyn Gowen, who preceded him in death. Later he married Mildred Davis, who also preceded him. He was also preceded in death by 2 siblings: Doyle Carter and Lindsey Carter.
Mr. Carter enjoyed retirement and was often quoted as “piddling”. He enjoyed tinkering around on his lawnmower and keeping his yard tidy, or just relaxing in front of the TV.
SURVIVORS:
3 children: Kenneth Carter, Pat Roution and husband Michael, and Betty Hoosier, all of Campbellsville
15 grandchildren
A host of great-grandchildren
1 great-great grandchild
Special friend: Ronnie Van Heck of Campbellsville
Several other family and close friends
Funeral Service: Friday, August 30, 2019 at 1:00 PM in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY
Burial: Campbellsville Memorial Gardens Cemetery
Visitation: Friday, Aug. 30, 2019 from 10:00amET until time for the service
In lieu of flowers, please consider memorials in the form of donations to the funeral expenses. Those can be made in person at the funeral home, or online through the “How Can I Help” tab on the front page of the L.R. Petty website.