Laverne "Buddy" Carter's obituary , Passed away on January 7, 2026 in Folkston, Georgia

Laverne "Buddy" Carter

June 18, 1945 - January 7, 2026 (80 years old)

Folkston, Georgia

Laverne "Buddy" Carter's obituary , Passed away on January 7, 2026 in Folkston, Georgia

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Laverne "Buddy" Carter

June 18, 1945 - January 7, 2026 (80 years old)

Folkston, Georgia

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Laverne Carter Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Laverne Carter (Folkston, Georgia), who passed away on January 7, 2026 at the age of 80. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Laverne Carter to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Alton John Carter and Lorene Beatrice Carter; his daughter Annsley Victoria Carter; and his siblings, Althea Starling, Jackie Carter and Margie Crews.

He is survived by: his wife Faye Carter of Brantley County; his daughter Rebecca Highsmith (Jeff) of Brantley County; his grandchildren, Annsley of Brantley County, Annabelle of Brantley County, Ellis of Brantley County, Ella of Brantley County and Jacob Highsmith of Brantley County; his siblings, Ethelleene Kitchings (Lamar) of Charlton County, Tommy Carter (Sheila) of Charlton County, Timmy Carter (Vicki) of Charlton County and David Wheaton of Florida; and his nephew Zach Carter (Kricket) of Charlton County. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and other friends and family.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Shepard Funeral Home



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Jan 11

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Sandhill Baptist Church Cemetery
10380 U.S. Rte 1, Folkston, GA 31537

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Jan 11

Graveside service

Sandhill Baptist Church Cemetery
10380 U.S. Rte 1, Folkston, GA 31537

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