1931
2014
Martha Ann Dickens Carter, 82, of Liberty passed away on Saturday, April 12, 2014 at Universal Healthcare in Ramseur.
She was a graduate of Liberty School, Class of 1949. Martha was committed to the service of the young people of Liberty; she served as a Girl Scout Troop Leader, gave piano lessons in her home and most notably, taught Kindergarten at Liberty School for over 20 years. She was a member of Liberty First United Methodist Church for over 60 years, 15 of those years she served as the organist and pianist. Along with her husband, Charles they owned and operated Liberty Appliance Company for 30 years.
A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, April 15 at 2:00 p.m. at The Loflin Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends on Monday evening from 5 until 7 p.m. at the funeral home.
Martha was the daughter of the late William "Bill" and Lillian Spoon Dickens and was also preceded in death by her husband, Charles F. Carter, and brother, Harold Dickens.
Surviving are her daughters, Ann Gray of Yanceyville and Ellen Luck and husband, Gil of Liberty; son, Charles F. Carter II and wife, Marilyn of Liberty; sister, Hilda Rose Johnson and husband, Pike of Liberty; brother, Joe Dickens and wife, Ruth of Greensboro; three grandchildren, Adam Gray, Corey McAdams, and Kara Luck; and best friend, Jerri Hemric.
The family would like to express their sincerest gratitude to Dr. Maura Hamrick and the staff at Randolph Medical Associates in Liberty, Lori and Bruce Cobb, Barbara Jones and the staff of Universal Healthcare for all of your compassionate care to our mother during this these past several years.
At the family's request, memorial contributions may be made to The Alzheimer's Association, 3420 Shamrock Drive, Charlotte, NC 28215 or to The Randolph County Partnership for Children, Attn: Liberty Early Childhood Center, 349 Sunset Avenue, Asheboro, NC 27203.
Please share your thoughts and memories with the family at www.LoflinFH.com.
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April 7, 2019
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May 8, 2014
Candy Espaillat Pena
Ellen and family. I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest and most sincerest sympathy. May God give you and your loved ones the strength. Ms Carter was always so sweet to everyone, always had a smile. Heaven has a saint. Thinking of you!! With love, Candy, Xavier and JJ
April 23, 2014
Cindy Martin Lowe
Ellen, Charles, and Ann. You are a dear and special family to us. We all grew up together and had so many fun times. You are each in our prayers. Your mother is singing and enjoying music in heaven. Praises!
April 19, 2014
Clanci Foxx
Ellen, I am so sorry to hear about your mother's passing. Hold on tight to all of the precious memories you have made with her over the years. Praying for peace and comfort for you and your family. With love, Clanci
April 18, 2014
Beverly Collins
Ellen and family...I was so sorry to hear of your mother's passing today...my sincere thoughts and prayers are with you all...Remembering some conversation we had a few weeks ago...your mother singing to you...made my heart smile for you. May God keep you wrapped in His loving arms now and in the days to come...
April 18, 2014
Christina Cheek Jobe
Dear Ellen, Ann & Charles, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother. She was a special person. I remember her love of music and working with us in Brownie Scouts. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
April 18, 2014
mary bare
to Mrs Carters family, we are so sorry to hear of your mothers passing (today). she was such a sweet woman and our boys thought a lot of her..she always greeted you with a smile..she is in heaven with our mothers. Heaven gained another angel..May GOD be with each of you. always, Wallace and Mary Sue Bare
April 16, 2014
Dana (Dickens) Dykes & Family
I just wanted you all to know you are in our prayers. I will certainly miss Aunt Martha. It had been a while since I had seen her. I know she is with daddy now (Harold). Love you Aunt Martha.
April 15, 2014
Stephanie Langley
Ellen we are so sorry to hear about your mother. She was such a sweet and loving lady, Gavin loved her dearly. She will truly be missed. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Love Greg, Stephanie , Gavin and Shanna Langley
April 15, 2014
Teresa Crutchfield
Ellen, Brooke and I are so sorry to hear about your Mother. She was such a sweet lady. Our love and prayers are with you and your family.
April 15, 2014
Christina Mitchell
Charles and Marilyn, we are so sorry for your loss and are keeping you guys in our thoughts.
April 15, 2014
Harris York
Thinking of your family. Sympathy to all.
April 15, 2014
Harriet
Ellen, Charles, and Ann,
I am deeply saddened by your mom's passing. My condolences to you and your family. I have fond memories of your mom during my involvement in the scouts and youth choir. Your mom accomplished the task of keeping us in line with ease. She influenced a great many young lives.
April 15, 2014
Sherry Smith
Gil, Ellen, Kara and family, You all are in my prayers. I am so glad you have the peace and assurance she is with Jesus and you will see her again one day. Love you all! Sherry Smith
April 14, 2014
Adam Gray
I love you so much. You were the most influential woman in my life. You were my only grandparent. I will always and forever love you. I will go back to school and get my degree for you. I am so thankful that I got to see you Christmas Day last year.
Adam Carter Gray your first born grandson and grandchild.
April 14, 2014
Paul & Bonnie Edwards
Ellen and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
April 14, 2014
Paul & Bonnie Edwards
Ellen, We are sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
April 14, 2014
HELEN PIKE
ELLEN AND FAMILY, I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, I WILL BE PRAYING FOR ALL OF YOU. I AM HERE IF YOU NEED ME, LOVE HELEN
April 14, 2014
I worked one summer with Martha at Sharpe Rd. Day Care. She was one of the sweetest ladies I have ever known. I learned a lot from her that summer and have applied it to my relationship with the children over the years. My deepest sympathy to all the family. She was a fantastic lady.
April 14, 2014
Garry Gahagan
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.
April 14, 2014
Connie Kivett
Dear Carter Family,
Mrs. Carter was my kindergarten teacher 40 years ago. She was such a kind person and nurturing teacher. I'd like to think her influence on me, made me the teacher I am today. Please know this sweet lady touched countless lives.
April 14, 2014
Dawn Light
Ellen,you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.I know she will be missed by many people who knew her.Hold on to the good memories that you had with her in this time of sorrow.
April 13, 2014
Pam & Thomas Coward
Dear Charles, Ellen, and Family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. We will miss seeing your sweet mother when we visit at Universal. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
April 13, 2014
Bobsie Presnell
Ann, Charles and Ellen,
Your Mother meant a lot to Harriet and I growing up.
She was our Scout Master and Bible school teacher.
Martha was the person our Mother, Isabelle asked to
pick us up from 1st and 2nd grades when our Dad passed away.
She was an important person in the lives of many.
Our deepest sympathies,
Bobsie, Harriet and Isabelle
April 13, 2014
Carol Stevenson
So sorry to hear of your loss.
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