Carter Funeral Home

12/23/2025

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12/22/2025

The caring Staff of Carter Funeral Home announces the peaceful transition of Ms. Wendy Tarver of Union Springs, Alabama.

Ms. Tarver transitioned into eternity Wednesday, December 17, 2025, at the age of 52.

The Commemoration of Life will begin with a public visitation, Friday, December 26, 2025, from 2:00pm until 5:00pm at Carter Funeral Home, 302 Carter Street, Union Springs, AL.

The Farewell Life Celebration will be held Saturday, December 27, 2025, at 11:00am from the sanctuary of the First Missionary Baptist Church, 106 Holcombe Ave., Union Springs, AL.
The eulogy will be given by Pastor Gary Lewis.
Interment will follow in the Mason Cemetery, Union Springs, AL.

The Staff of Carter Funeral Home is honored to be entrusted with the End-of-Life Care of the late Ms. Wendy Tarver.
https://www.rememberobits.com/obituaries/carter-funeral-home/wendy-tarver-obituary

12/22/2025

TIME IS PRECIOUS!
"⏳ Don't hit snooze on life ⏳ Time is ticking and opportunities are passing by. It's time to seize the day and make every moment count. Are you ready to take charge of your life?" 🕰️🌟

12/21/2025

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12/20/2025

12/20/2025

Find one thing today that reminds you of how beautiful life is. Photograph it and print it out. Then, use it as a visual reminder when you need it.

12/19/2025

The Best Things to Say to Someone in Grief
1. I am so sorry for your loss. 2. I wish I had the right words, just know I care. 3. I don’t know how you feel, but I am here to help in any way I can. 4. You and your loved one will be in my thoughts and prayers. 5. My favorite memory of your loved one is… 6. I am always just a phone call away 7. Give a hug instead of saying something 8. We all need help at times like this, I am here for you 9. I am usually up early or late, if you need anything 10. Saying nothing, just be with the person.

12/18/2025

The Caring Staff of Carter Funeral Home announces the peaceful transition of Mr. Willie Joe Jackson.

Mr. Jackson transitioned into eternity Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at the age of 74.

The Commemoration of Life will begin with a public visitation, Friday, December 19, 2025, from 2:00pm until 5:00pm at Carter Funeral Home, 302 Carter Street, Union Springs, AL.

The Farewell Life Celebration will be held Saturday, December 20, 2025, at 11:00 am from the sanctuary of the Back To God Ministries, 2645 Peachburg Rd., Union Springs, AL.

The eulogy will be given by Pastor Savannah Fitzpatrick.

Interment will follow in the Mt. Carmel Baptist Church Cemetery, 8309 US-82 , Union Springs, AL.

The Staff of Carter Funeral Home is honored to be entrusted with the End-of-Life Care of the late Mr. Willie Joe Jackson.
https://www.rememberobits.com/obituaries/carter-funeral-home/willie-joe-jackson-obituary

12/12/2025

The caring Staff of Carter Funeral Home announces the peaceful transition of Mrs. Mary Ellen Jackson.

Mrs. Jackson transitioned into eternity Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at the age of 92.

The Commemoration of Life will begin with a public visitation, Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 2:00pm until 4:00pm at Mt. Hillard Missionary Baptist Church, 4804 Co Rd 165, Union Springs, AL.

The Farewell Life Celebration will be held Sunday, December 14, 2025, at 1:00pm from the sanctuary of the Mt. Hillard Missionary Baptist Church, 4804 Co Rd 165, Union Springs, AL.
The eulogy will be given by Pastor Dexter Foreman.
Interment will follow in the Town Creek Cemetery, Union Springs, AL.

The Staff of Carter Funeral Home is honored to be entrusted with the End-of-Life Care of the late Mrs. Mary Ellen Jackson.
https://www.rememberobits.com/obituaries/carter-funeral-home/mary-ellen-jackson-obituary