In addition to her parents, Arleta is also preceded in death by her husband, Bobby Wade Carter; and her brother, Doyle Rodgers.
She is survived by her children, Mark Wade Carter and wife Rita, and Nicki Carter Knight and husband Richard; a foster son, Larry Cox; four grandchildren, Curt Evans, Seth Evans, Holly Carter, and Tyler Carter; ten great-grandchildren, Kade, Layla, Emmett, Mason, Lydia, Sawyer, John, Mary Tyler, William, and Gray; two sisters-in-law, Shirley Rodgers and Helen Carter; as well as a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, family, and friends.
A Celebration of Life service will be held Monday, October 2, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. at Pauline Missionary Baptist Church in Monticello, Arkansas.
You can sign Arleta's guestbook on her page on this website.
Condolences(21)
John and Paige (Hill) Stell
MONTICELLO, AR Monday, October 2, 2023 Family - you are all in our thoughts and prayers during the days ahead. I have known and loved Ms. Arleta for as long as I can remember. She has always been a part of my life. She was a part of most all of the big events in my life too. I am so thankful that I was able to spend some time with her before she was transferred to Little Rock. We were able to catch up, laugh a lot, say I love you, and of course she talked about her children, grands, and great-grands. She was so very proud of each of you. I know Heaven gained an angel. We will miss her but we have an amazing guardian angel in our corner.Love,
John, Paige (Hill), and boys
Jimmy & Donna Hill
MONTICELLO, AR Monday, October 2, 2023 Family -You are all in our thoughts and prayers. We loved Arleta and will miss her tremendously. Worked many years with her at Safeway/Harvest Foods. We have had a long and good friendship. She was a character through and through. The last phone call we shared we had several good laughs, talked about all of her family and how much she loved each of you. She was so proud of you all.
We will miss her and look forward to a reunion with her again one day.
Love,
Jimmy and Donna
Jane Jo Summerford
Monticello, AR Sunday, October 1, 2023 Mark and Nicki and family, you are in my thoughts and prayers.Jamie Henderson
Monticello, AR Sunday, October 1, 2023 She will be truly missed. I loved visiting with her and sharing many laughs. Prayers for here dear family ❤️Judy Scogins James
Monticello, AR Friday, September 29, 2023 Nicki & family I’m so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. My deepest sympathy for you and your family. Please Lord give this family strength and comfort during this difficult time.Nolan Pennington
West Fork, AR Friday, September 29, 2023 Arleta, we spent 12 good years as classmates at Drew Central Schools. Seated alphabetically, you were always in the seat behind me. You were loved and will be missed by all of us who knew you.Rest in peace!
Nolan Pennington
Pat Matthews
Maumelle, AR Friday, September 29, 2023 Arleta waited on me many times at both Safeway and Commercial Bank. She was always so friendly and helpful.Pat Matthews
Annette Watson
Monticello, AR Friday, September 29, 2023 Ms. Arleta was such a great friend to my parents, Alvin and Marie Jordan. They loved her so much. Prayers for the family.Buster and Diane Newman
Monticello, AR Friday, September 29, 2023 Dear Mark, Rita, and Nicki,So sorry to read about your mom passing away. What a fun person she was to be around! She had such a great personality and didn’t meet a stranger. Many great memories were made with the Newman and Carter families throughout the years. Much love to you all during this hard time.
Donna Sperling Branscum
Clinton, AR Thursday, September 28, 2023 I am so sorry for your loss. Arleta was a jewel.Gloria Ryburn
Monticello, AR Thursday, September 28, 2023 So sorry to hear of Anita’s Passing, I worked with her many years at CB&T, she was a sweet person, I know she will be missed by many.Jacob Adcock
Rogers, AR Thursday, September 28, 2023 Mark & Nicki, so sorry to hear about your Mom! Will be thinking of you all!Mary Moore Matthews
Benton, AR Thursday, September 28, 2023 I spent many high school days with Nicki at her house. Arleta always welcomed me and we had many good times! Also saw her not long ago, and enjoyed our visit! Thoughts and prayers with Nicki and the entire family.Barbara Manes
Monticello, AR Thursday, September 28, 2023 My sweet neighbor and special friend. I will miss you dearly. Prayers and love for you all.Denise Adams
Monticello, AR Thursday, September 28, 2023 My sincere condolences. I worked with Ms. Arleta for 11 years at Harvest Food/Safeway. Arleta had such a great sense of humor and had a quick wit. I still laugh thinking about some the stories I heard her tell. She loved her kids and grands!! Was proud of you. Prayers for you at this difficult time.Bob Prestrige
Hot Springs Village, RI Thursday, September 28, 2023 A friend of mine.Debbi Minchew
Wilmar, AR Thursday, September 28, 2023 Ms. Arleta was my dear friend for many years. She will be sorely missed. My prayers go up for the family and just know HEAVEN gained an angel.Kent Davis
Maumelle, AR Thursday, September 28, 2023 She Was a good one, I’m sorry PrayersKent Davis
Maumelle, AR Thursday, September 28, 2023 She was the Best, I’m sorry, PrayersZan & Ann Tumlison
Peru, IN Wednesday, September 27, 2023 Arleta will be missed by many.God bless her family and know she is in God’s hands.
Gloria Rawls Schwab
Bentonville, AR Wednesday, September 27, 2023 Mark & Family , So sorry to hear about your mom. Such a sweet lady that always greeted you with a smile and a friendly hello . I know she will be missed . Prayers for you all .