Joseph Elmer Carter

January 06 , 1939 - February 14 , 2017

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Monday, February 20, 201712:00 ~ 3:00 PMMichigan Memorial Funeral Home

SERVICES:

Monday, February 20, 20173:00 PMMichigan Memorial Funeral Home Chapel

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Obituary

CARTER, Joseph E., age 78, born January 06, 1939, passed away in Dearborn, February 14, 2017. He was preceded in death by his mother, Sarah Carter, and his father Elmer Carter, and brother Tom Carter. He is survived by his beloved wife Brenda Carter, his loving sons Mike, Tom and Steve Carter, and his grandchildren Kayli, Brian and Carly. Also his brothers and sisters Lillie, Lou, Carl, Willard, Francis and Anne. Joe retired from Ford Motor Co., in 1999 from the Woodhaven stamping plant after 30 years of service. Joe also served his county in the US Army from 1961 – 1963 during the Cold War 2 years in Germany performing border patrol on the German and Chez border he finished his time in the military as a SPEC 4, he was a scout/driver for 2/7 3ID armor tank unit. Joe was also a member and Deacon at the First Baptist Church of Flat Rock for many years.

Condolences

It not only is a privilege to have known Joe, but also to be a part of his family. He was such a wonderful and sweet man, and he will always have a special place in my heart. May he rest in peace. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Much love, Conny Conny Carter
My prayers are with you all. Uncle Joe was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed by all who know him.Love to you all. Wish I could be there. Love, Linda Harris
I LOVE YOU DAD WITH ALL MY HEART AND I AM PROUD OF YOU WONDER FATHER AND HUSBAND I COULDN'T ASK FOR MORE REST IN PEACE Steve carter
May peace be with you as you cope with this loss. Amanda Loudon
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. He was such a great uncle to us kids. He will be dearly missed. We love you Joe~ Janette Crace