She was the widow of Lemoine Carter, a retired sales clerk and factory worker, having worked at Otasco and Rexall Drug Stores for many years. Mrs. Carter was a very active member of Pleasant Springs Baptist Church until moving to Ashley County in 2008 where she attended First Baptist Church in Hamburg with her daughter. In addition to her parents and husband, she was also preceded in death by three brothers and seven sisters. She also taught first through fourth grades for a year at Green Mount School, a one room school house with eight students.
Survivors include her daughter, LaWanda Carter Johnson and husband Larry D. of Hamburg; a granddaughter, Janay Johnson Jacks of Hamburg; one grandson, Paul Lemoine Johnson of Monticello; one great-grandchild, Tyler Garrett Jacks of Hamburg; along with many nieces, nephews and host of friends.
Funeral service will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, February 26, 2016 at Stephenson-Dearman Chapel with burial to follow in Pleasant Springs Cemetery. Visitation 5:00-7:00 p.m. Thursday evening at the funeral home. Online guestbook at www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(9)
Pam Leeper
Monticello, AR Monday, February 29, 2016 LaWanda,I just read about your mom. I am so sorry for your families loss. Your Parents meant a lot to our family and I have many great memories of them. My prayers are with you all. God Bless you all. Love, Pam Leeper and William Leeper
Bobbie Ross
Warren, TX Saturday, February 27, 2016 Lawanda, I am so sorry to hear of your great loss. May God bless you and your family during this difficult time.Janice Gladden Wiggam
Hot Springs Village, AR Friday, February 26, 2016 What a precious and beautiful lady Mrs. Valeta! She was a friend to all. I cherish memories of being with her and especially during our childhood in your home and at your church. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you peace and comfort in your loss. Cherish those wonderful memories as I know how hard it is to loose our mothers.With love & sympathy,
Janice
James and Gladys Youngblood
Monticello, AR Thursday, February 25, 2016 Our Deepest Sympathy to the Family. Mrs Veleto was a very nice and sweet Lady. May she rest in peace.Stanley Browder
Elgin, TX Thursday, February 25, 2016 Lawanda, my thoughts and prayers are for you and family during this time of sorrow.Deanna Foster
Hamburg, AR Thursday, February 25, 2016 Prayers for all of you during this time of loss.- Jeff and Deanna FosterLarry & Bea Tucker
Wilmar, AR Thursday, February 25, 2016 Lawanda & Family,Larry and I are so sorry to hear about Ms. Valeto. She was a wonderful lady and always so kind and thoughtful. I always enjoyed visiting with her at the homecoming event at Pleasant Springs Church. I know she loved the Lord and Heaven gained a wonderful and beautiful lady. May God wrap his loving arms around you and give you peace and comfort now and in the days ahead as you go on without your loved one.
James Meeks
Hamburg, AR Wednesday, February 24, 2016 LaWanda sorry to hear of your mothers' passing, you will be in my thoughts and prayers.Edward Naron
monticello, AR Wednesday, February 24, 2016 i always loved you and will look forward to seeing you in Heaven, Eddie Naron