Shirley Wooten Carter
July 30, 1942 ~ April 11, 2021
Born in:
Buncombe Co., NC
Resided in:
Leicester, NC
Shirley Wooten Carter, 78, passed away on Sunday, April 11, 2021.
An Asheville native, Shirley was a daughter of the late George and Dora Roberts Wooten. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Tommy Clinton Carter, three brothers, and two sisters.
Shirley graduated from Lee H. Edwards High School. She later retired from Square D following 27 years of service. In her spare time, she enjoyed bowling and was a member and past Secretary of the WNC Bowling Association. Mrs. Carter was also a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church.
Mrs. Carter is survived by her daughter, Anita King (Robbie); son, Craig Carter (Margarita); grandchildren, Justin Wilson (Olivia) and Kyle Wilson (Paige); and great-grandson, Theo Wilson, all of whom she loved dearly. She is also survived by her sister, Patricia Wooten.
The funeral service for Mrs. Carter will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday at the Groce Funeral Home chapel on Patton Ave. Pastors Keith Watkins and Jason Cox will officiate. Interment will follow at Pisgah View Memorial Park.
Her family will receive friends for one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Masks are required at the funeral home.
Flowers are appreciated or memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22478, Oklahoma City, OK 73123.
Services
Visitation: April 13, 2021 10:00 am - April 25, 2024 11:00 am
Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com
Funeral Service: April 13, 2021 11:00 am
Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com
Burial: April 13, 2021 12:00 pm
Pisgah View Memorial Park
1529 Smoky Park Highway
Candler, NC 28715
828-667-4415
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Pat, I am so sorry to hear of Shirley’s passing. Sure will be praying for you and her family. I enjoyed working with her at Square D for many years. Praying for peace and comfort for all of you.
Anita I am so so sorry to hear about Shirley. My Mom was Blanche Kemp and they were true friends Shirley was a special lady and a true friend
Anita, I am so so sorry to hear about your mom. Shirley sure was a nice woman and always fun to talk with at the office. She loved you so much. I’m thinking of you.
MY Sister was a kind. generous soul who loved her children, and Grand children. and the newest Great Grandchild.
From the time we were children, she loved her Lord, and never hesitated to tell you how much. She often helped others, and didn`t talk about it….just did it. She was a person who went into GREAT DETAIL about some things, but wanted to discuss your problems as well…so when she sees our family in the next life …long discussions will follow.:}}I love you Shirley……….Your Big Sister, Pat
Anita, So sorry for your loss. I know she was special by reading all you have written about her. My prayers are with you and all your Family
Oh Anita, I am so sorry about the loss of your Mother. I thought she was doing good. Please know that you and your Family are in my thoughts and prayers. Cherish the memories!. 🙏🙏
Anita, Craig, my heart is heavy for you both and I pray for relief from your sorrow. Shirley was destined for Heaven long ago and she has received the ultimate gift. Justin and Kyle, she will remain in your heart and memories forever. My thoughts are with the Wooten family as well. I know you have suffered great losses in a short time but just know that God is with you all. I am praying for you.
Anita , so sorry to learn of your Mom’s passing. Sending loving thoughts and prayers to you. May God strengthen you and surround you with his love. Love Loretta Higdon
So sorry to hear of Shirley’s passing. I remember our bowling tournaments and how much fun we had with her. She will be truly missed. God Bless you all and if you need anything at all please let me know.
Anita and family
So sorry to hear about Shirley’s passing. I enjoyed bowling and talking to her. She will be missed by all that knew her. Praying for comfort and peace during this time.
Pat,
I am sending you hugs and saying a prayer for you to be blessed during this heart breaking time.
Love
Judy
Craig, Anita, Justin and Kyle, We are all going to miss your Mom, Sister, Aunt, Grandma! What a special lady she was. Right about now, I picture her dancing around with Uncle Tommy and possibly taken fishing with my mom and dad at the ocean of course. So many family members there to greet her. What a reunion that must be. Only happiness and joy and perpetual church! Love you all!!
Dear Anita & Family, I’m so sorry to hear about the passing of your Mother. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you comfort during this time.
Pat, I remember Shirley and can still hear her giggle at some story. She was a very sweet person. I know you and her family will miss her, but I pray your sweet memories will give you some comfort, a laugh once in a while, and great peace. What a blessing to know Shirley loved the Lord and we will see her again one day. Hugs to you today. Priscilla Rice Morgan
Sending thoughts and comforting prayers
I loved your mon and dad so much. They were with in so much sad times.
There are not enough words to even say. I loved them so . Awesome people that was always there. Your mom was a women of strength and
Love. May she rest in peace.
We loved you.
Shirley was a special lady.
I am so sad to hear of Shirley’s passing. What a wonderful lady. I will always be grateful of the friendship that was shared by our parents. I will also be grateful of the care that Shirley took for Mom while she was sick and even after. Cherishing the memories of her and all the times our families were together. Praying for you all.
So sorry to hear of Shirley’s passing. She was part of the Square D Family and was highly respected and well-like by all. Here for you in spirit and assistance if needed with company life insurance benefits.
Sorry for your loss prayers love yall
Sorry to hear of Shirley’s passing. We grew up together going to West Asheville Baptist Church. Such a sweet friend. Prayers to the family
Dear Anita ( and family),
I am so very sorry to learn of Shirley’s passing. I have such wonderful memories of when I took care of Tommy, as his home health RN. Shirley was intent & committed to follow my instructions to the letter. I was forever amazed at their sweet, loving relationship!
Many years later when I went to work at Weaverville Family Practice, Shirley and I shared so many wonderful conversations. She was such a sweet lady!
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers!
Much love,
Jenny Arledge, RN
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Shirley, was a very special lady. She and Wilma are now bowling in heaven together.
Larry, Debbie, Josh and Jacob