Charles Willard Carter

Charles Willard Carter, age 79, of Athens, passed away on Wednesday, April 21, 2021 at Tennova Healthcare North Medical Center in Powell.

Charles was a native and lifelong resident of McMinn County.  He was a son of the late Marshall and Sarah Elizabeth Williams Carter.  He was also preceded by daughter-in-law Cindy Carter and grandson Elisha Andrus.

Charles was an electrician for 38 years with IBEW Locals 846 & 175.  In his earlier years, he was an upholsterer.

Charles is survived by his loving wife of 59 years Nancy Jones Carter of Athens;

Daughter Carolyn Carter;

Sons Tracy Carter and Randy Carter;

Grandchildren Randall Carter, Caleb Carter, Amanda Carter, Kim Andrus, Wesley Fairbanks and wife Jessica;

Great Grandchildren Ava Fairbanks, Colby Fairbanks and Bailey Wallis.

The family will receive friends from 2 PM – 4 PM Saturday, April 24 at Ziegler Funeral Home.  Funeral services will follow at 4 PM with Reverend Van Elkins officiating. 

The family will have a private graveside service at a later date.

If you are unable to attend the visitation or services, you are encouraged to sign the online registry at: www.zieglerfuneralhome.com

Ziegler Funeral Home has been entrusted with the care of Charles Willard Carter.