Brian Clay Carter

Life Reflection On January 4, 1952, God blessed Henry and Girlie Carter with an amazing baby boy who they named Brian Clay Carter . Brian was the second of three children born to this union. On April 13, 1952, he was baptized in the name of Jesus at Olive Chapel AME Church by Rev. L.S. Goolsby. Brian grew up loving our Lord and daily grew closed to Christ. He worked in the church and especially loved singing in the gospel choir and male chorus. Over the past few years Brian became a part of the Union Baptist Church of Chesterfield family. Brian was educated in the Kirkwood school district and attended St. Louis Community college at Meramec. He was the first African American to play in the Little League Football Program in Kirkwood. During his high school years, he participated in the basketball, football and track & field programs. In 1969, he was a member of the record setting 880 Relay Team whose record held for over 20 years. While shining as an athlete in high school, Brian participated in other activities in- cluding Student Council, Young Life and the Acapella Choir which demonstrated the versatility of his character. Brian was passionate about giving back to the community that had been a beacon in his youth by tirelessly giving his time with dedication and love. He continued to use his athletic gift by coaching Jr. League Football for 30 years. He also coached Junior League Basketball and Baseball including his son's team. Brian adored children and was a father figure to many, especially his nieces, Shayla and Diona. In 1996, he was blessed with a son, Brian Robert Carter (Bobby), who Brian fondly called "Little B". Even after Little B moved to Los Angeles, Brian and his son shared a very special bond and he was eternally proud of him. Brian worked in sales for many years. During his employment with CMC Stereo, he was a top salesman and later a manager. He also received the How to Master the Art of Selling Anything award. He worked at Lee's Pawn and Jewelry for over 20 years as a top salesman and was fondly remembered for being the face on the company's TV commercial in the 90's. He retired in January 2015. Spending time with his family was a major part of Brian's life. He had a bond with his siblings, Debbie and Tim, that was extraordinary. His late parents, his siblings, nieces, nephews, children, grandchildren, cousins and in-laws brought tons of joy to him and supporting family events was always a priority. His monthly lunch date with the "Sweatettes" was indeed an occasion that he cherished. In 2011, Brian became reacquainted with a lifelong friend, Danita Jackson, and the love story of a lifetime took flight. they shared four years filled with abundant love, family, laughter, travel and unseakable joy. Their marriage was an example of true love authored by our dear Lord. Brian will be remembered for his kindness, generosity, caregiving, humble, loving spirit, his quick wit and a great sense of humor. He enjoyed adopting families in need, volunteering at the Black Repertory Theater, encouraging young people and exercising his competitive nature in various activities with his loved ones. Our beloved Brian, was called to his heavenly home on September 25, with his devoted wife by his side. He leaves to cherish his memory a loving wife, Danita Jackson Carter; one son, Brian "Bobby"; one step-daughter, Lenise Woodson; one step-son, Leonard Woodson (Candice); one brother, Timothy Carter (Vonnie); one sister, Deborah Graves-Manns (Hurel); three nieces, Michelle (Andre), Shayla (Max), Diona; one nephew, Kevin (Daysha); two great- nieces, Mikayla and Malia; one great-nephew, Adrian, three step-grandchildren, Marion, Jaelyn and Preston; a very special "mother" in-law; Jacquella Jackson, one brother-in-law, Walter Jackson, Jr.; 2 sisters-in-law, Jacqueline Brooks, Pat Aitch, and a host of other family members and special friends. Interment: Oak Hill Cemetery 10301 Big Bend Blvd Kirkwood, MO 63122 . Visitation Thursday, Oct 01, 2015 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM Funeral Service Friday, Oct 02, 2015 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM