Obituary
ALBERT KEVIN CARTER
November 3, 1952 – January 1, 2016

It is with heavy hearts that the family of the late Kevin Carter announces his sudden passing on Friday January 1, at the age of 63 years. Born at Port aux Basques, Kevin was the son of the late James W. and Rosanna (nee Osmond) Carter. He was also predeceased by his father in law Eric Tapp, sister in law Holly McNeil, brother in law Gerald Tapp. Leaving to mourn with a lifetime of precious memories, his wife Vina (nee Tapp) of 33 years. Children; Melvin Leamon (Carolann), Ricky Leamon (Joanne) all of Port aux Basques. Grandchildren; Brandon, Nick, Amber, Holly, special niece Kim (Jamie) Graham Port aux Basques. Sisters and brothers; Carolann (Robert) Blough ON, Melvin (Delores) Carter Port aux Basques, Linda (John) Blakney, Junior (Doris) Carter all of Dartmouth NS, Gary (Laverne) Carter Burnt Islands, Joan Parsons Lunenburgh NS, Judy (Ken) Savoury Port aux Basques, Mike Carter Dartmouth NS. He will also be sadly missed by his mother in law Maude Tapp Port aux Basques, brothers in law; John (Joan) Tapp Port aux Basques, Jim (Colleen) Tapp Dartmouth NS, John McNeil Port aux Basques, sister in law Dulcie Tapp Kitchener ON and a large circle of nieces, nephews, colleagues and many friends. Kevin had a long, rewarding career in retail management. This career took him to Radio Shack in both Halifax and Sydney and in the past few years his career brought him home to Newfoundland where he was the manager of Bargain Giant and most recently the Manager of Rossy's. His passion was golfing, and he enjoyed a great game of golf especially with his brother in law and best buddy Jim Tapp. In keeping with Kevin's wishes cremation has taken place. Visitation will take place on Monday January 4, 2-4 and 7-9 PM at East Haven Funeral Home Inc. Funeral services will take place on Tuesday January 5, 2 PM at St. James Anglican Church, Channel officiated by Rev. Clayton Billard. Interment will follow at St. James Anglican Cemetery, Barachois Hill. Donations in memory of Kevin can be forwarded to the family. Funeral arrangements were in the care of East Haven Funeral Home Inc. Port aux Basques, 695-2300. www.easthavenfuneralhome.com

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