Richard L. "Butch" Carter

1940 - 2019

Richard L. "Butch" Carter obituary, 1940-2019, Baton Rouge, LA

BORN

1940

DIED

2019

FUNERAL HOME

Greenoaks Funeral Home

9595 Florida Blvd

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Richard Carter Obituary

Richard L. Carter, known to all as "Butch", passed away on April 18, 2019. Butch, 78, was born December 27, 1940 and was a life-long resident of Baton Rouge. He was a Central High School graduate, a member of the Army Reserves, and was employed at BASF Chemical for many years. He loved the outdoors, especially gardening, camping and fishing, and enjoyed spending time with family and friends in his retirement. He was an avid storyteller, and never missed an opportunity to dance with his beloved wife of 54 years. He was preceded in death by his parents, Vivian and Glynn Carter; and two brothers, Norman Michelli and Warren Michelli. He is survived by his wife Phyllis Carter; daughter and son-in-law, Kelly and Randy Barton; sister, Virginia Aubert; two grandchildren, Sarah Barton and Ben Barton; and numerous other family members, nieces, and nephews. Visitation is Tuesday at St. Patrick Catholic Church from 9am until services at 11am, 12424 Brogdon Lane, Baton Rouge, LA 70816. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11am, followed by interment at Greenoaks Funeral Home, 9595 Florida Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70815. Pall bearers will be Brett Moss, Jeff Ragusa, Perry Schexnayder, Scott Thomas, Frankie Treigle, and Phil Tureau. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a memorial donation to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Published by The Advocate from Apr. 20 to Apr. 23, 2019.
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May The God of all comfort and mercy, grant your family hope and comfort during this difficult time. Jeremiah 29:11.

F. J.

April 22, 2019

I'm very sorry for the loss of your loved one. May God who binds up the brokenhearted and comforts all who mourn continue to comfort and strengthen you during this time of mourning. Isaiah 61:1,2.

F. J.

April 22, 2019

Phyllis, my ❤ aches for you, and prayers go up for you and your family.
RIP, Butch, a true friend to all that knew, and luv'ed him. Such a kind soul, and gentle man.
Your friend CC

CC Dupuy

April 22, 2019

Sending heartfelt condolences to the family for your great loss. Please know that others share your grief and are praying in behalf of the family for God to provide the needed comfort and support from relatives and friends during this difficult time.

April 21, 2019

a loved one

April 21, 2019

Phyllis, Ann and I were so sorry to hear of Butch's passing. It was so great that we were able to spend time with you and him recently. All our love and sympathy. Merville and Ann Treigle.

Merville Treigle

April 21, 2019

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

FLOYD & CHERYL HEBERT

April 21, 2019

OUR SYMPATHY AND PRAYERS TO ALL THE FAMILY.HE WILL BE MISSED AT THE DANCES. MAY HE REST IN PEACE
BARBARA H. MELANCON
RONALD ACALDO

BARBARA Melancon

April 21, 2019

Phyllis, we are so very sorry for your loss. Prayers to the family. We will miss him at Canal Bank.

Lloyd & Sharon Hebert

April 20, 2019

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Memorial Events
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Apr

23

Visitation

9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

St. Patrick Catholic Church

12424 Brogdon Lane,, Baton Rouge,, LA

Apr

23

Mass of Christian Burial

11:00 a.m.

St. Patrick Catholic Church

12424 Brogdon Lane,, Baton Rouge, LA

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Greenoaks Funeral Home

9595 Florida Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70815

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