- Date Of Birth: August 9, 1957
- Date Of Death: October 24, 2017
- State: Massachusetts
Rodney D. Carter, 60, of Upton, died Tuesday, October 24, 2017 at his home surrounded by family after a battle with brain cancer.
Rod was born in Oklahoma City, OK, a son of Elsie R. (Bodenheimer) Carter of Oklahoma City and the late Richard A. Carter. A US Army veteran, he was self-employed as a land surveyor and operated Rod Carter Associates in Upton.
In addition to his mother, he leaves his former wife and friend, Tracey A. (Ennis) Carter of West Boylston; three children, Alexandra Carter of Nashua, NH, Olivia Carter of Johnson, VT, and Samuel Carter of West Boylston; a brother, Richard Carter and his wife Diane of Norman, OK; as well as nieces, nephews, cousins, and many other beloved family members and friends.
Rod was born and raised in Oklahoma City, OK, and never forgot his roots.
He was an avid music lover throughout his lifetime, often belting out full verses of Joni Mitchell, Stevie Wonder, The Beatles, and Carly Simon (to name a few).
Rod was a simple man in many ways. He was a lover of nature, gardening, and animals.
Rod always felt it was important to give back to his community, which he loved. While his children were growing up, he volunteered as a coach and assisted in the Boy Scouts. He was involved with the Hopedale Unitarian Parish, the Upton Men’s Club, the Senior Dinner and other charitable organizations. He was a proud patriot, and would insist on displaying the American flag year round. He deeply loved the town of Upton; in a letter penned after his diagnosis, he stated “I am enjoying the time in my garden in this quaint little town of Upton, that like many New England towns, is full of everyday heroes.”
Rod was well known for his sweet and humble demeanor, and his friendly, generous ways. He will be missed.
