THOMAS J. CARTER

Thomas J. Carter, 81, of Mountain Top, passed away in Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, on Wednesday, August 28, 2024.

Born in Hazleton, he was the son of the late Edward and Reada Eckrote Carter and was a graduate of Palmerton High School, New Jersey.  He was very proud of serving his country in the United States Army and was the recipient of the Vietnam Service Medal. National Defense Medal, Marksman (Riffle), Bronze Star Medal, Army Commendation Medal (2nd Oak Leaf Cluster) and the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with device.  Tom worked for Freeland Garland, prior to retiring and loved spending time with family.  He enjoyed painting, sewing, crocheting and drawing.  He was a member of St. Patrick's Church, White Haven; the American Legion and VFW in Freeland.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded by his brothers, Billy and Edward Carter.

Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife of 52 years Carol Brown Carter; sons Ryan of Mountain Top; William of Wilkes-Barre, nieces and nephews.

Funeral service will be conducted on Wednesday, Sept 4, 2024 from Lehman Family Funeral Service, Inc. 403 Berwick St. White Haven at 9:30 am with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 am in St. Patrick's Church, White Haven.

Visitation will be conducted from 5 to 7 pm on Tuesday, September 3, 2024 and Wednesday morning from 9:00 am until time of service.

Special thank you to the staff at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Emergency Room, ICU and PCU staff for their amazing, compassionate and loving care.

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