1921
2011
Faye Catherine Carter, 90, of Jacksonville, passed away on December 21, 2011 at the Earl B. Hadlow Center for Caring Hospice. Faye was born on June 18, 1921 in Valdosta, GA to the late Jerry John Whiddon and Essie (Barnwell) Whiddon.
Faye was an Honor Graduate of Sparks Adel High School. She worked as a Clerk for Prudential Insurance Company, retiring after 25 years. Faye was a member of the Mary Class at Mandarin Baptist Church, the Woodmen of the World, and she enjoyed traveling and reading.
She is survived by her loving husband of 70 years, George W. Carter Sr. a son, George (Billy) Carter Jr. (Linda); her daughter, Sandra Scott (John); her sister, Martha Jackson; her 3 grandchildren, Alan Jackson (Sherri), Sonja Burden (Randy), and Tracy Cruce (John); her 6 great-grandchildren, Stephanie, Jeremy and Zachary Jackson, Randal and Camryn Burden, and Baylie Cruce; and her 1 great great-grandchild, Bentley Burden. Faye was preceded in death by her sister, Eula Mae Boyd; and her brother, Jerry Ray Whiddon.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Monday, December 26th in Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home of Mandarin. The Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, December 27th in the Mandarin Baptist Church, 11244 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville, FL with Dr. Dan Davis and Dr. William H. Yeldell as Officiants. Interment will follow the Funeral Service at Oaklawn Cemetery, 4801 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32207.
Memorial donations may be made in memory of Faye to the Community Hospice of Northeast Florida, 4266 Sunbeam Rd., Jacksonville, FL. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home of Mandarin, 11801 San Jose Blvd. Jacksonville, FL 32223.
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December 28, 2011
Darlene and Doris Dennette
Billy, you and your family are in our prayers!
December 26, 2011
Stephanie Jackson
Grandma, this Christmas just wasn't the same without you. We all missed you soo much. But we all know you are in a better place, having a celebration of your own. I love and miss you!!!
December 25, 2011
nicole muir
My prayers are with your family. I will always remember the get toghthers at george and faye's house.
December 25, 2011
Glenn and Millie Sorensen
Billy and all the family,
While our hearts are sadden by the death of your mother, our hearts rejoice knowing that she is in the loving arms of our Lord and Saviour. During this hour, the Lord will provide peace and assurance to the entire family. Her love will resound through all as they recall the time she gave to each. Our thoughts and prayers go to all the family. May God bless each one.
December 24, 2011
Debbie Danyus
Aunt Faye was the best aunt ever. She will be greatly missed.
December 24, 2011
Charles Danyus
Celebrating a life well lived. Aunt Faye you truly were the heart of the Carter family. We will treasure the memories forever.
December 24, 2011
Sandra, John & Family,& Mr. George,
Ms. Faye was one of the sweetest ladies I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. Now she is living with Jesus and always in our hearts. May God give you peace at this time and comfort you with His love. Oh, how Ms. Faye is celebrating with Jesus!!! Love, Sue and Richard & Family
December 23, 2011
Sonja Burden
Grandma, you will always be in my heart. I will treasure every memory of you. I am so thankful for every one of them.
December 23, 2011
Carol Marohn
So sorry to see my old friend gone.. Faye was a pleasure to know and to work with at Pru.. Prayers to the family.
December 23, 2011
Gary & Liz Cohen
May God give you peace and comfort. A mother's memories are some of the sweetest we will ever have. Cherish those memories always.
December 23, 2011
Brenda Vasquez
I am very sorry for your family's loss.
December 22, 2011
Billy Carter
I love you mom. You will always be in my heart. Thank you for always being there.
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