Jerry Dub Carter

Jerry Dub Carter, 68, passed away Tuesday, August 12th in Weslaco, TX surrounded by family. He was born September 30th, 1945 to Atha and RL Carter of Abilene. He was born and raised in Abilene, and attended and played football for Abilene High. He attended Grace Baptist Church where he met and began courting the love of his life Rebecca A. Carter (née Griffith). A generous and well-rounded man, his passions included Civil War and World War II history, restoring military vehicles, battlefield reenactment, woodworking, and acting. He also worked as a computer engineer, truck driver, children's home director, history teacher, football coach and principal. Well known for his cowboy hat and cigars, his love of life was infectious. His quick wit and turn of phrase kept everyone smiling, which was what he loved to do. An excellent history teacher, he often shared anecdotes that became timeless narratives not soon forgotten. Those who knew him can only be grateful that we were able to be a part of his life for a little while here on Earth. It was an honor. He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Dr. Rebecca Carter of Weslaco, TX; son Wade Carter of Austin; daughter Jeri Carter of Commerce, TX; grandson extraordinaire Seth Blakeney-Carter of Clifton, TX; brother RL Carter, Jr., and wife Patty of Anson; and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, August 16, at Fort Phantom Hill Baptist Church with Rev. Jimmy Griffith officiating. Burial will follow in Fort Phantom Hill Cemetery directed by The Hamil Family Funeral Home, 6449 Buffalo Gap Road in Abilene.