William “Liam” Raphael Carter

October 31, 2000 - March 2, 2015

William Raphael “Liam” Carter, 14, of Seymour, died on Monday in Seymour.
He was an 8th grader at St. Ambrose Catholic School. You could always find Liam at the local library exploring every shelf. He immersed himself in reading both classic and newer novels. Some of his favorite authors were Steven King, J.K. Rowling, and Lemony Snicket. He loved video games and especially loved to watch movies with his brother, Seth, and sister, Louisa. He enjoyed playing the drums, but his greatest joy was his dog, Lucy.
He was a member of St. Ambrose Catholic Church
He is the son of Raphael “Ray” and Michelle (Chavez) Carter. He is survived by his parents, his brother, Seth and his sister, Louisa, his paternal grandmother, Dorothy Carter, and maternal grandparents, Dennis and Frieda Chavez, several aunts and uncles, Theresa and John Newton, Phil and Julie Carter, Richard and Sue Carter, Mary Mingus, and Zach and Melanie Linder. He is preceded in death by his grandfather, Richard Carter, an uncle, Dennis Carter, and a great-grandfather, Eufracio Lucero.

Funeral Mass will be 10 AM on Saturday, March 7, 2015 at St. Ambrose Catholic Church with Father Dan Staublin officiating and assisted by Deacon Mike East. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery in Cloverport, Kentucky, with a graveside service at 2:30 PM Eastern time (1:30 PM Central time).
Friends may call at Voss Chapel on Friday, March 6, from 2 -8 PM. and on Saturday from 9 -10 AM at St. Ambrose Catholic Church. A Rosary service will be on Friday at 1:45 PM at Voss Chapel.
Memorial checks may be written to Red Sky Animal Rescue or the Jackson County Public Library.

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Liam was such a sweet & loving young man. We will miss him and his sweet quirky smile. Our love to Michelle, Ray, Seth,& Louisa. The Tabeling Family

Every time I saw your sweet boy he had a book and a smile. We send our love Michelle, Ray, Seth and Louisa.

Steve and I send our condolences to you guys in your time of need. I didn't know Liam very well but remember talking about him a lot. I can't imagine what the family is going through. Many thoughts and prayers are going your way. He will be greatly missed.

I am a teacher at SHS. I wanted to send you my deepest condolences and to let you know I and many others here are sending thoughts and prayers for your family. I know words CANNOT take away your pain. I just want to say that I am praying for the loving arms of angels to wrap your family in their wings to shelter you and help you find comfort you in God's healing grace. Paula Weaver

I never had the pleasure of meeting Liam. He sounded like a beautiful young man, lucky enough to have been raised in a loving family such as yours. May you find peace in the memories that you shared together. My deepest sympathies.

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

I know Liam through my grandson , Markus Catterton. Liam was such a great kid. I really enjoyed being around him. My heart breaks for you and your family. My the Lord wrap his arms around you. Will be praying. Marcia and Ray Catterton

Please accept my condolences, just know I am here for you and your family...please don't hesitate to reach out, especially in this difficult time..

My heart goes out to the Carter family, especially my dear friend Dr. Carter. You guys are truly in my prayers.

Our every thought and prayer goes out to you and your family. His life was truly blessed by being a part of your wonderful and loving family. Heaven gained a beautiful soul and God welcomed Liam in His arms. May God also wrap you in His loving arms and bring you peace and comfort.

My thoughts and prayers to you Ray and your family. May the God of all comforts comfort you in this time.

May God's love take you by the hand and empower you in this difficult situation, where you might not know what to do. May he grant you the wisdom to understand, the strength to carry on and smiles as you remember Liam and the good times you had with him. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. The DeHarts, Mark, Sharon, Trey and Collin

We love you all so much. Such a terrible thing doesn't seem fair for such a wonderful & loving family. I hope you feel our love, support, & prayers.

Payers and hugs to you. We are heartbroken for your loss. Love to all of your from the Regruths.

I am so sorry for your loss sweet Michelle and family. Lots of love and support coming your way. Tracy Turner-Bumberry

Michelle, We are sending hugs, thoughts and prayers from Louisiana. We are so very sorry for your loss.

Keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers. Pam, Keegan and Aubrie Bowman

I am so sorry. Liam was such a light when he walked into the room.

Prayers the the Carter family during this very trying time. May God comfort you in the days, weeks, months and years ahead.

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May you receive the strength you need in this difficult time.

We are so very sorry for the loss of Liam. Words can not touch the pain you all feel but please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers. May God lift you up in strength and comfort in the days, weeks, and years to come. Our prayers will continue

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

Our church is praying for your family and all of Liam's friends. Rev. Beth Ann Cook, Rockford United Methodist Church

We are so sorry for your loss Ray, Michelle, Seth and Louisa. Liam was a special child who was blessed to have been part of such a loving family. His passing is such an unbelievable loss. I hope that your memories of Liam comfort you as well as knowing that he is now with our Father in heaven. We pray that your pain will ease and you will find peace.

We are so sorry for the loss of your sweet son Ray & Michelle. Please know that you are all in our thoughts & prayers & our hearts are broken for you. I pray God gives you strength during this difficult time & the long road ahead. Dave Chris & Josh Edwards

Carter Family there are no words to express our condolences. We love Liam and he will forever be in our hearts. Much love, Bill, Rhi, Avery, Sam and Addy J.

I am so sorry for your loss. Sending all my love from Brazil and praying for your family! He was awesome.

.....my thoughts and prayers are with you all! May our Lord Jesus keep His loving arms around you all at this time and the days ahead.......my deepest sympathy ~Debbie Mousa

Dear Carter Family, You all are in out thoughts and prayers. Jennifer Maxwell and Matthew Allman

I am so sorry for your loss.. My heart aches for you. Your family is in our thoughts an prayers. May god wrap his arms around your family and give you comfort.. Coach Angel Schmelzle (Maschino), Tristan Maschino and Dillon Maschino

Carter Family we are so sorry for your loss. We love Liam and he will be forever in our hearts. Much love, Eric, Ana, Haidy & Hannah #takeflightliam

Dear family, we are so very sorry for your loss. May God give you comfort and peace during this very difficult time.

Words cannot express how very sorry I am to hear this news. It just doesn't seem right that one so young was taken. My heartfelt condolences to you Raphael and Michelle. Know your family and your faith will see you through this dark time.

Carter Family, we are truly heartbroken to hear of your loss, your all in our thoughts and prayers. God bless you! love you, Esqui and Denise Padilla

sending our HUGS AND PRAYERS from NM. our deepest sympathy to the Carter and Chavez family, our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this most difficult time. Love you all. {HUGS}

I will miss Liam very much, I looked forward to seeing him walk by the store after school and joking with him. I will really miss him, what a kind, sweet child. So very sad!

Our memory of Liam is watching him serve at Sunday Mass, with what we would call a 'sublime reverent joy'. So sweet. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this immense loss and your deep sorrow. We pray that your joyful memories will bring you comfort.

My thoughts and prayers are with the Carters. Such a sweet and loving family! I pray for peace during this difficult time.

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We share your grief, and have you in our prayers.

Liam always had a smile on his face. He was a jokester too, much like his grandpa, Dennis. Our hearts ache for the Carter & Chavez families. -- M. Oliver & P. Ostermeier

Praying for you and your family, Ray & Michelle. My heart is aching for you. Lean on Jesus. Skip & Barbie Hunefeld & family

Sorry to hear about your loss. May God wrap you in his arms and give you comfort during this heartbreaking time. Janet Wells, SMH Scottsburg

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

So sorry about loss we are so sad for your loss we knowing your family foe ever we watch him grow with all your nice pictures in your office we miss you being our dr. May god be with you and keep your son in his arms

So very sorry for your loss; my thoughts and prayers are with you Lisa Mingus-Tullis

I can't imagine the magnitude of this loss on your family. Cleave to each other as you begin the process of grieving. Know that you have a network of family, friends and strangers holding you up in prayer the whole time

Liam sounds like a wonderful young man. I am sorry he was taken so soon from your family. I cannot comprehend such a loss. Your family is in my thoughts. I wish you grace and peace.

Sid and I send our heartfelt sympathy to the family. We will pray for you and Liam during this difficult time. Carolyn (Bowling) Wilkins

Sid and I send our heartfelt sympathy to the family. We will pray for you and Liam during this difficult time.

My heart is breaking for all of you. Liam was a beautiful light in this world. May the Lord bless and keep all of you now and always. Jesus is holding Liam in his loving arms.

Dr. Carter, Michelle and families - Our deepest sympathies to you! May God give you strength , comfort and peace, and know that our community shares this with you...in Christian Love, Judy and Joe Persinger

Carter family and friends, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time and the days ahead. May our loving God embrace you and comfort you always. With love and friendship, The Hattabaughï»¿s, Brent, Becca, Brooke and Brayton

We are so sorry to hear about Liam. Words can't describe how broken our hearts are right now. You're family is in our prayers. Sun Hui & Larry Pauley

We are heartbroken for your loss! So happy for the times we spent together in Europe with your family and the memories made! Prayers for understanding and consolement and our love to each of you, Ray, Michelle, Seth, and Louisa. Please know we are here for you. -Belinda and Maddie

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.