Homer Allen Carter was born May 3, 1938. He went to be with Jesus on February 7, 2026, surrounded by his family. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. He is survived by his loving wife, Margie, of 66 years; sons Randy, Beany (Cheryl); six grandchildren Robert (Audrá), Katherine (Tim), Jessica, Kirby, Gracie (fiancé Tyler) Reed (Kristelle); 11 great grandchildren Jude, Foster, Crew, Lumin, Banksey, Livvy, Rylan, Nichols, Sophie, Aurora, and Harper (deceased).
Homer’s mechanical workmanship was known all over Gallatin. Having earned a Master Technician’s Award, he quickly built a business. He had a unique ability to drive a vehicle and listen to its engine to determine a diagnosis. He always trusted people when credit was needed. Integrity was his way of life. He tried to see the good in others, never refusing a job if they couldn’t pay that day.
He was an avid hunter of large and small game. He always enjoyed those long trips to Montana and Kansas.
Homer is preceded in death by his mom, Lucy; brothers Willliam, Frizzo; Sisters Ada, Edith.
He’s survived by sisters Mary Ann, Irene, Shirley, Betty, Hilda, several nieces, and nephews.
He was an active member of Gallatin Nazarene Church. His legacy of love, faith, and friendship will live on in the hearts of those who loved him.
The funeral service will be held in the chapel of Sellars Family Heritage at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, February 13, 2026 with Richard Jones and Ray Young officiating. Interment will follow at Crestview Memory Gardens. The Family will be receiving friends and family on Thursday, February 12, 2026 from 2:00-6:00 p.m. and Friday, February 13, 2026 from 1:00 p.m. until service time.
Margie requests friends and family wear green and gold attire to the visitation on Thursday. Homer would love and appreciate this.
Pallbearers: Robert Carter, Reed Carter, Larry Miller, Eddie Jones, Brownie Lemons, Larry Creasey, Travis Porter, Steve Richardson, and Jim Parsons.
Honorary Pallbearers: David Shurm, Troy Duncan, John Norman, Blake Francis, Ontez Parker, Mitch Bryans, Leon Hill, Bob Maples, BW Draper, Frankie Boone, Scott Webster, Ernie Cole, Danny Sullivan, Dennis Powers, Harry Stewart, and Fireside Sunday School class.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to: Nazarene Church, 407 N. Water Street, Gallatin, TN 37066 and/or Cairo Community Club, c/o Janet Yorlano, 1191 S. Wrights Lane, Gallatin, TN 37066
Sellars Family Heritage at Gallatin, 100 E. Albert Gallatin Avenue, Gallatin, TN 37066. 615-452-7115. Obituary line 615-452-5900. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: familyheritageth.com.
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