Willie Hamp Carter

October 13, 2012

The Reverend Willie Hamp Carter, 91, of Century, passed from this earthly life into his sweet eternal life on Sunday, October 7, 2012.

Rev. Carter was born June 30, 1921, in Greenville, AL to Mr. and Mrs. Willie Carter. He was the oldest of three siblings. He was married to Mrs. Corrie Carter who departed this life in November, 2006. They were the parents of one son, Kraig Carter.

Rev. Carter was a graduate of Carver High School. He joined the United States Army and served during World War II. After his military tenure, Rev. Carter continued his education and received a Bachelor’s degree in mathematics. Still his soul was thirsty. He then enrolled at Florida A & M University and earned a Master’s degree in psychology. He returned to Century and continued working at Carver High School, serving as a math teacher, guidance counselor and assistant principal. He retired from the Escambia County School District after 29 years of service.

While he was quite young, Rev. Carter accepted the Lord and joined Pilgrim Lodge Baptist Church. After joining the church, he held many offices and served in various capacities. As a loyal and faithful servant, he was chosen and ordained as a deacon by Rev. R.C. Young. He filled this calling humbly and willingly until God called him into the ministry. He was called to pastor Greater Union Baptist Church of Century and in January 1978, he was called as Pastor of Union Baptist Church in Molino where he served faithfully for 20 years.

God knew that Rev. Carter’s purpose on earth had not been completely fulfilled. So, in 2007, God placed Rev. Carter back from whence he came. Rev. Carter was called to pastor his home church, Pilgrim Lodge of Century, where he served diligently and untiringly until his work was completed on Sunday morning, October 7, 2012.

Rev. Carter was a renowned community leader, educator and pastor. During his lifetime, he has been awarded a multiplicity of honors and accolades. His accolades include an American flag that was flown over the White House on October 10, 2012 in his honor. The flag has been presented and will be draped over his casket.

Rev. Carter leaves to cherish his long lasting memories, one son, Kraig R. Carter and daughter-in-law Audra Carter; three grandchildren, Paris, Aerial and Lauren; six nieces, Gussie Young-Cannon and husband Robert, Ira Jones, Barbara Robinson, Kim Robinson, Kastella Dean, and Willa Blue; five nephews, Dr. Lonell Anderson, Jimmy Mitchell Jr., Ronald Mathis, Bishop Ernest Ford Jr. and Colonel Albert Lamons; one God-daughter, Ether Stallworth and one God-son, Xavier Grice; two devoted friends, Deacon Franklin Farrow and Deaconess Mary Farrow and a host of other relatives and friends.

Viewing will be Sunday, October 14, at Benboe Funeral Home from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m.

Funeral Services will be held on Monday, October 15, 2012, at 10 a.m. at Pilgrim Lodge Baptist Church.

Burial will be in Barrancas Cemetery.

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2 Responses to “Willie Hamp Carter”

  1. Heartfelt on October 16th, 2012 4:28 am

    There’s a song that goes “May the work I’ve done speak for me”,Rev. Carter’s work has truly spoke for him.I’m sure god is well pleased. R.I.P. SWEET MAN !!!

  2. heartfelt on October 16th, 2012 4:00 am

    There’s a song that goes “May the work I’ve done speak for me” Rev. Carter’s work has truly spoke for him. I’m sure god is well pleased.

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