James Mason Carter

James Carter, 75, of Romance, passed away April 5, 2021 at his residence.  He was born August 21, 1945 at Dayton, Ohio to the late Willie and Lorena Poyner Carter.
Mr. Carter was of the Baptist faith and believed in putting in a good days work, always making sure he provided for his family and those around him in need.  He certainly had a unique and memorable personality, always the life of the party and known for his giving nicknames to everyone.  In his past time, he loved woodworking and working with his hands.  He loved all animals, large and small; but his dog, Rambo was always his sidekick.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother and three sisters.
He married Melissa Hill Carter August 7, 2000 at West Point who survives.  He is also survived by two daughters, Tina Cauldwell (Danny) of Romance and Stacy Cobb of Kensett; three sons, Shawn Carter (Amanda) of Searcy, Jeff Huddleston of Romance, and Jesse Martin of West Point; eighteen grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren.
Visitation will be 12 noon Saturday, April 10, 2021 at Sullivan Funeral Care with funeral services at 1:00 p.m. in the Sullivan Memorial Chapel.  Burial will follow at West Point Cemetery.