Mr. John Edward Carter

His Journey: Reverend John Edward Carter, 78, departed this life peacefully surrounded by his family on Tuesday, April 1, 2014 at his residence in Detroit, Michigan. He was born on May 25, 1935 in Pulaski, Illinois, to the union of the late Dock and Carrie Carter. He was one of fourteen siblings. Before moving to Detroit, John was a long-time resident of Muskegon Heights, Michigan. He joined the military service on July 8, 1958 and served as a Private in the United States Army. After leaving the Army, he married the late Lula Fae Williams on August 27, 1960. To this union, eight children were born: four sons and four daughters (one daughter died in infancy). John worked as a foundry Supervisor for Enterprise Brass Works (EBW), which specialized in cast aluminum used to create motor parts for vehicles. He served dutifully for 39 years before retiring in 1993. John received many professional awards during his employment. He was a member of the Western Michigan Foundry Association and served on the NAACP Board of Directors for Muskegon County. Christ came into John's life at an early age. John started his Christian journey by becoming a member at Zion Westside Baptist Church under the leadership of the late Reverend T.R. Cooperwood. He was ordained a minister on December 10, 1995 at Zion Baptist Church of Muskegon, Michigan. Before accepting God's call to preach, John served as the Superintended of Sunday School and the Chairman of the Deacon Board for many years. He also served as Treasurer for the Interdenominational Ministers Fellowship of Muskegon County. John also played an intricate part with the Golden Voices gospel group, in which his late wife Lula Fae was one of the lead singers. After retirement, John became an avid golfer. He took great pleasure not only playing the game, but becoming a part of the golfing community with fellow minister friends. He enjoyed watching all types of sports and traveling to visit his children and grandchildren. John was a true role model for everyone. He demonstrated the truth about God's love by the way he spoke, the way he acted and the way he lived his life.

Mr. John Edward Carter

May 25, 1935 - April 1, 2014