Jay Charles Carter of Natalia, Texas died Saturday, May 14th at the age of 39. Jay was born on February 22, 1983 in Anderson, South Carolina to William and Janis Carter of Natalia.
Jay was active in FFA and Band; he graduated from Lytle High School. Jay belonged to Boy Scout Troop 369 and earned the highest level of Eagle Scout. He was an active member of Bellaire Baptist Church and dreamed of becoming a Deacon just like his PePa.
Jay was well liked and never met a stranger. He was knowledgeable about the world and could carry on a lengthy conversation with most anyone about any topic. A lover of all types of music but especially of KISS and Garth Brooks. He took great pleasure in shopping with his mom, working on projects with his dad, playing cards, dominoes and board games. Jay enjoyed his life with family and friends and wearing his beloved boots, hats and jeans.
Jay is survived by his long-time love, Jessica Rouse of San Antonio; Uncles Charles Maurice Carter (Cathy) of Hartwell, GA and Stephen Cupp (Rogene) of Devine, Texas; Aunts Helen Faye Neely of Hartwell, GA and Virginia (Suki) Abernathy (Jimmy) of DeLeon Springs, Fl. He is also survived by many cousins and a very large extended family.
A memorial service will be held May 28, 2022 at 11:00 am at Bellaire Baptist Church, 105 Clovis Street, San Antonio, Texas 78221. In Lieu of flowers, please make contributions to Bellaire Baptist Church (210) 923-1613.