Sept. 24, 1937 – Jan. 25, 2010

Jim Carter passed away peacefully on the morning of Jan. 25, 2010. He was born Sept. 24, 1937, to Fannie and Ray Carter in Racine, Wis.

For the majority of his life, he lived, worked, and raised a wonderful family with his wife, Jean, in East Troy, Wis. He made a positive impact on many lives through his 32 years as a middle school music teacher and his numerous activities in the community. He was active on the community’s planning commission, the volunteer ambulance, as well as many school functions.

He is survived by his wife, Jean; brother and sister-in-law, Bob and Melody Carter; daughter and son-in-law, Amy Carter and Bob Streeter; son and daughter-in-law, Gerry and Becky Carter and son and daughter-in-law, Tim and Emily Carter. His six grandchildren, Sianna, Will, Abe, Felix, Beau and Dylan, will especially miss him.

A small remembrance was held on Jan. 28, 2010, where many kind words and laughs were shared. If interested, contributions can be made to:

Symphonic Winds, 1421 Owen Drive, Lake Havasu City, AZ 86404; or East Troy Area Historical Society, PO Box 722, East Troy, WI 53120

Thoughts and condolences may be submitted to the family at www.lietz-frazefuneralhome.com.

Arrangements were placed under the care of Lietz-Fraze Funeral Home and Crematory.