Ernest Ray Carter

On Oct. 6, Ernest Ray Carter (“T-Bone”) left us to join his wife in Heaven. 
He spent the majority of his career as a teacher for Taylor I.S.D. During that time he pursued his dream of becoming a Peace Officer. He then worked for the Thrall Police Department and finished his law enforcement career with the Williamson County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office.
His retired years were enjoyed in Rockport with his wife Becky and fishing with friends. 
T-Bone is preceded in death by his loving wife Becky, his parents Woodie and Alene Carter, brothers Sonny Rodgers and Granvel Carter.
He is survived by his children Patrick Carter and wife Cheryl of Taylor, Frances Carter of Cameron, Stacey and Jake Tomek of Cameron, his sister Billie Parker of Rockdale and his grandchildren Ashley, Chelsie, Kayla, Shane, Catherine, Chase and Jason Jr. along with numerous nieces and nephews.
Memorial Service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, at Providence Funeral Home Chapel.