Katy Louise Carter passed away peacefully on July 21, 2024, in Trumann, Arkansas, at the age of 88. Born on March 23, 1936, in Corinth, Mississippi, to Issac and Cora Roach, she was a lifelong resident of Lepanto, Arkansas.

Katy is survived by her loving family, including her son, Thomas Carter Jr. of Trumann, AR; daughters Sandy Gann of Hardy, AR, Linda Lawrence of Trumann, AR, Sherry Long and her husband, Tim, of Jonesboro, AR, and Angela Cottingham (Bo Wilson), of Bay, AR. She also leaves behind two sisters, Beatrice Hays and Joyce Ann Kelly, both of Lepanto, AR. Katy's legacy continues through her fifteen grandchildren, thirty-eight great-grandchildren, and twenty-eight great-great-grandchildren, who cherished her deeply.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Issac Edward Roach and Cora Hollins-Roach; her husband, Thomas Carter Sr.; her daughter, Donna Carter; six brothers; and one sister.

Katy was of Baptist Faith, and her life reflected her beliefs in her daily actions and interactions. The family will receive visitors on Friday, July 26, 2024, beginning at 12:00 p.m. at Wilson Funeral Home in Tyronza, Arkansas. A funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. the same day, officiated by Pastor Daniel Nooner. Burial will follow at Potter Cemetery in Lepanto, AR.

Wilson Funeral Home is assisting the family during this time. Katy's presence will be profoundly missed by all who knew and loved her.