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Jerry Carter Obituary

BLAIRS GAP - Jerry Lee Carter, 62 of the Blairs Gap Community, passed away Sunday, October 1, 2023 from a recent decline in health. He was an avid hunter, outdoorsman and enjoyed being in nature. Jerry was a good friend to many.

Jerry was preceded in death by his mother, Faye Light Carter; grandparents, Cole and Hazel Light; and aunt, Wilma Light.

Survivors include his fiancé, Cindy Galloway; daughter, Kristen Carter Meddars and husband Chris; son, Brandon Carter; stepchildren, Derrick Ramey, DeAndra Baker and husband Sam; grandson, Shawn Carter; step-grandchildren, Mia Baker and Samuel Baker; sister, Sherry Carter; several nieces and nephews and his little companion, Kritter.

The family will receive friends on Wednesday, October 4, 2023 from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Home, Fall Branch.

Graveside services will be conducted on Thursday, October 5, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. at the Light Cemetery. Those wishing to attend the graveside service are asked to meet at the cemetery by 12:45 p.m.

Pallbearer's will be Dustin Morrison, Skyler Morelock, Brian "Homer" Stair, Harley Stair, Gary "Weasel" Hicks and Sam Baker; and honorary pallbearer is Jim Ramey.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 6704 Hagerstown, MD 21741 or Alzheimer's Association 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601.

Visit www.hamlettdobson.com to leave online condolences.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Kingsport Times-News on Oct. 2, 2023.

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Sandra Wallen

October 5, 2023

So sorry for your loss. Prayers to the family.

John and Darlene Fluce

October 4, 2023

Our heartfelt condolences are with the family. R.I.P Jerry

Linc and Cheryl

October 4, 2023

We are so sorry for your loss, Jerry was a really great guy and will be missed. Jerry loved Jesus and one day we'll all see him again.

Mark and Michele Phillips

October 3, 2023

So sorry for your loss

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5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

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1747 Highway 93, Fall Branch, TN 37656

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398 Light Cemetery Rd., Rogersville, TN 37857

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