David Allen Carter

HUNTSVILLE, AL. (formerly of Racine) – David Allen Carter, 67, passed away peacefully at his residence in Huntsville, AL surrounded by his loving family on Friday, March 4, 2016.  He was born in Racine, WI.  Mr. Carter is preceded in death by his parents, Garnet Ralph Carter and Ell Mae Jorgensen Carter of Racine, WI.

   Left to cherish his precious memory are his two sons, Thomas Carter of Austin, TX and Chris Carter of Kenosha, WI; two grandchildren Faith and Luke Carter of Austin, TX (Thomas); loving significant other, Ann Moses (daughters Andrea and Kristen) of Huntsville, AL; brother, Ron (wife Laurie) Carter of Racine, WI; and many relatives and friends. 

   Dave, as most people knew him, was a loving partner, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend.  He brought happiness to the lives of many with his smile, kindness and hopefulness.  Dave lived his early life in Racine, WI where he graduated from Horlick High School.  He served his country with honor as a member of the US Army for over 25 years.  Dave was a veteran of the Vietnam War.   He continued his military career in the US Army for 25 years based in Huntsville, AL with assignments in Germany, reaching the rank of Sergeant First Class.  He specialized in missile systems and was an instructor for many years.  After retiring from the Army, Dave earned a Bachelor of Arts at Athens University.  He kept his Wisconsin roots traveling there often and was an avid Green Bay Packer fan.  He was also a world class pool player, enjoyed boating and fishing and was a motorcyclist enthusiast.  Dave was a member of the Moose Lodge in Racine, WI and the Fraternal Order of the Eagles in Huntsville, AL.

   Family and friends are invited to meet in the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Saturday, March 19, 2016 for a visitation from 3-5 p.m.  A service celebrating his life with military honors will follow at 5:00 p.m. with John Fleming officiating.  A private interment will take place at West Lawn Memorial Park.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to a charity of one’s choice.