Thomas Carter Obituary

I loved Thomas & everything that he stood for. He will be missed.

Dear Robin,

It's Matt Pillsbury from NC.

I only met Thomas a few times when passing through town on work travels but every time he treated me like a life long friend and I will never forget that. My sincerest condolences to all family and friends. May his memory be treasured until we can all toast again in heaven.

My favorite cousin. Remember many play days together when we were kids.

Dear Robin, Tyler and Brandon, I am truly sorry for your loss.
Thomas's body is being laid to rest today, but his spirit and soul is already in heaven. But we can smile and rejoice knowing his life lives on in our hearts & mind.
Thomas was one of those guys who you were glad to know and took pride in calling him a treasured friend. I will always remember all the fun shenanigans we got into. Every time we got together I never laughed so much.
Today I weep knowing that we will never have those opportunities again. But I will smile and give out a chuckle knowing that I had the pleasure of all the fun times we enjoyed. So I raise my class to the heavens and say, "to Thomas Carter, thank you for your friendship and for caring so much for your family and all those who you helped".

So sorry to hear about losing Thomas. I met and worked with Thomas at Beverage Control back in the day. What a guy! We were instant friends and I´m so happy I was able to know someone like Thomas in my lifetime and call him my friend . Thomas had a positive approach to life and was always willing to help anyone that needed it. His dry humor and wit were a Thomas trademark! The world could use more Thomas Carters...especially in these times. Rest in peace my friend

Robin, Cathy and I are praying for you and your family. Although I’m saddened that we’ve lost Thomas, I will always cherish all the great memories spanning the years since I first met him in 1975.

Robin,just to let you know,You&your family are in my thoughts&prayers!God Bless

Robin, as you read through these messages, you realize the impact Thomas had on people, a gift. My most memorable time is not the last 50 years of memories, but the hours he and I spent together laughing at those memories when I stopped in to see him over the last several months. I will always cherish that time. God Bless. As Drew noted, Ruth has a bowl of soup beans, dog bread, and chow-chow waiting for him.

My sympathy to robin and the Carter family we´ve been friends a long time. I enjoyed working with Tommy at b&b we had some good times,will miss him.

Robin.im so sorry for your loss. Thomas was a good friend and a gentleman. I will miss seeing him. My prayers are with you.

I remember like it was yesterday spending many nights with the Carters.. He has a wonderful father, mother and brother.. Thomas for many years has given to the less fortunate and their is no greater gift than that.. He was a wonderful and courageous family man . My prayers and comfort go out to his brave wife Robin his children and brother George. RIP T in Gods lap.... Jim

Dear Thomas' family,
Thomas was so dear to those of us who traveled as far away as Roanoke to Wytheville and on down to Kingsport.
I had been coming down to B&B for about 10 years, mostly once a month until the last couple of years.
Thomas taught me a lot about bourbon.
He was always so cheerful and helpful to us.
So many time I told people that when I came down it was like visiting with family who I had not seen in a while. During that time it was Thomas, Charlie and Rita.
It was my privilege to have known him during this period of time.
I hope that the good time out weigh the terrible times recently and I know that the good wishes will be lots during this period of time.
You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Susan Arnold

Robin, I am so sorry for your loss. I am praying for comfort for you and the boys. I pray God will lift you and the family up.

Elisa Lewis

Thomas always had a smile and was a generous soul. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

So sorry Robin for your loss. Hugs and love lifting you and family in prayef

I remember Thomas always helping us when we went to the B&B liquor store. He will be truly missed by many.

Ron and Sandra Edson

Robin, May God's amazing Peace surround & comfort you. Now & throughout times ahead. We love you & are keeping you in our prayers

Prayers and comfort to the family! He will greatly be missed, but it´s comforting to know where he is and who he is with! dp

I remember Thomas from school as always the same-friendly, kind. Funny and just nice. He was the same every time I saw him. Prayers for you and your family Robin.

I worked for Triple "C" Distributing when I first delivered to B&B. Thomas and I were close from the first day. He was so friendly and made me feel like I was a part of his family. I delivered there for almost 20 years, the last 2 with Knox Beverage. I always looked forward to seeing and talking to him. He was a 1 owner with low milage, 1 of a kind. This world would be a much better place with more people like him. Thanks for all the memories I have of Thomas.
Eddie Duke

Traveling through Kingsport with the Navy and I stopped in at B&B per a recommendation from a friend. I met Thomas and we became friends instantly. He always referred to me as Lieutenant. After that I would stop in on my travels through and enjoy a wonderful conversation with Thomas and everyone that worked there. Never met a better person than Thomas. Heaven has received an angel for sure. He will be missed greatly! Prayers for his wife, family an friends.

Prayers,
LCDR Sterrenberg

Thomas was always so kind and witty. I loved going to the store, weaving cautiously through the aisles, and letting Thomas hand pick the perfect wine or spirit.
Years ago, I went to Thomas with an odd request. I needed two large corks for a set of antique salt & pepper shakers. I showed Thomas the shakers and he said, "Come with me." He opened a drawer in his office full of corks. We tried a a couple dozen while joking about family and children, then found two perfect fits. Thomas was surprised at my elation but I´d ordered 3 sets of corks over the years and none had fit - this was like hitting the jackpot. It was an everyday encounter but I think of Thomas every time I use my little pig salt & pepper shakers corked with fine bourbon stoppers. Rest in peace, Thomas. You are loved and admired.

Good times and many,many memories

So sorry for your loss Robin, our sincere condolences for you and your family, Larry & Debby Page

A good man who never complained, an entrepreneurial visionary and my first cousin. RIP, Thomas.
Bill & Joyce Richmond, Greeneville, TN

Thomas Carter was by far the kindest man I have ever known. God rest his soul and Father watch over his family. Lib and Linda

Oh Robin & family we loved Thomas. We are so sorry to hear about his illness & his physical struggles since we left Kingsport. He knew his stock & never steered you wrong. Loved those Bourbon parties!!! He will be greatly missed. Praying for you & your family. All my love Becky & Al Dietrich (Becky Britton)

Coaching him in little league basketball ! Still have a picture of the Mighty Bears somewhere !Heaven gained a good man

I have wonderful memories of conversations with Thomas on the subject of wine and of course Bourbon. It was exciting to speak with a professional on the subject. He gave me valuable insights into new winemakers I had not experienced before with his recommendations. I'm a proud owner of his last Carter Family blend.
I may not have known him as long as his many friends however the moments spent with Robin and Thomas were priceless. I will miss him and his great knowledge.

I´m so sorry for your loss. Thomas was a good guy! With Sympathy and Prayers, Carol Giles

I will always remember Thomas helping me out of a silly situation. At Caitlin and Brandon´s wedding reception, I was dancing with the little kids and managed to fall on my backside! Between the tight formal dress, my embarrassment, and being over 60, I was having a hard time getting back up. Thomas was there instantly, giving me a gentlemanly hand.
We´ve always thought so much of Thomas and are so appreciative of how he welcomed Caitlin into the Carter family and loved sweet Jackson. He will be missed.

Thomas loved to gather with friends and enjoy food and drink! We had so many good times together as friends would doing what Thomas loved to do. RiP dearest friend. We will miss you always! Janet and David Wright

Mom and dad bringing my little brother from the hospital