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Beverly Gail Carter

  • On August 27, 2024
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Beverly “Bev aka Ms. Bev” Gail Carter (nee Thomas), 80 of Pittsburgh, PA, born on November 6th in Ironton, OH and the beloved wife of Philip W. Carter transitioned on August 15, 2024. She is the daughter of the late Laverne and Emerson Thomas and the loving mother of Philippa Kay, Stacey Lynn and Frederick DuBois. She is the sister of Sheila Knapper and was preceded in death by her brother Carl “Barney” Thomas.

Beverly was loved by her family especially her uncles and aunt, all who preceded her in death except for Fred. They are Curtis, Oscar “Buss”, Charles “Joby”, Martha, David and Fred “Floogie” Fox. She adored her nieces and nephews, Tony Fox, Crystal Knapper (deceased), Charlie Knapper, Jerry “Chip” Knapper, Adam Knapper, Brandy Carter, Lani (Ben Finney) and Diamond (Kegan Frederick) Gholston. Her sisters and brothers in laws, Lee and Theresa Carter, Oliver “Junior” (deceased), Lawrence “Larry” and Sylvia (Mark Mosley) Gholston frequently visited.

Beverly looked forward to her frequent luncheons with her friends Betty Pickett and Ann Sims. She also loved talking to her sister Sheila, Uncle Fred “Floogie” and her friends Peggy Hrinya and Shirley Williams.

Beverly was not only a loving and caring mother and wife, but she was also an advocate for her community. She was a founder and engaged parent leader in the South Oakland neighborhood band, The Oaklanders, a drum and bugle corp. She was always available when anyone needed support.

Beverly loved a great party and was the hostess with the mostess as evidenced by her more than three decades of hosting the Carter family annual New Year’s Eve party. Family and friends would just show up knowing the party was the place to be to ring in the New Year.

Beverly was also an elected committee woman for South Oakland. She was a member of the Marshall University Black Alumni. Beverly had a career of 40 years at UPMC most of which were at Falk pharmacy. She was recognized at an UPMC event in 2015 for her career accomplishment. She was celebrated by the Fairfield Community and the City of Huntington, WV in 2017.

Beverly was an avid sports fan who has attended Steeler Football Games including several Superbowls, Marshall University Football and Basketball games, Cavalier Basketball games and went to her first professional tennis match last year. She loved her books on tape (a new obsession), exploring different restaurants with her family, traveling, and going to Costco.

She was loved by so many and will be deeply missed by all those whose life she touched but especially by her family and close friends.

A celebration of her life will take place on September 5th at Kŭlcher Kitchen and Bar, 2526 E. Carson Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15203: https://www.kulcherkitchen.com/ in Pittsburgh, PA on Thursday, September 5th from 5:00p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The internment will take place in her hometown of Ironton, OH on September 7th at 1:00p.m. at Woodland Cemetery followed with a celebration of her life at the Marshall Hall of Fame Café, 857 3rd Ave, Huntington, WV 25701: https://mhofc.com/ from 7:00p.m. to 9:00p.m.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Professor Philip W. Carter and Mrs. Beverly G. Carter Scholarship, Marshall University Foundation, 519 John Marshall Drive, Huntington, WV 25703 or to the Hillman Cancer Center in honor of Beverly G. Carter at www.upmchillman.com/donate.

Arrangements entrusted to Pittsburgh Cremation & Funeral Care, Robinson Township.

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5 Comments

Cynthia Bowman-Gholston
I’m sorry for your loss. Beverly was beautiful wife, mother, and friend, and I know your pain is deep. May the memories of better times, bring you comfort as you travel the valley of grief. Peace be with you.
David McGee
Beverly was a really cool woman. We always loved seeing her when she came to town! I remember that time we came to Pittsburgh for that “Gumbo” party! Lots of fun!! She will truly be missed. You were lucky to find her Phil and she was lucky to have found you. Janet and I are so sorry.
Ahronda Smith
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David McCaskill
I'm deeply sorry to hear about the passing of Mrs. Beverly G Carter. Losing a wife, mother is one of the most profound losses we can experience, and my heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time. Please know that you are in my thoughts, and I hope you find comfort and strength in the cherished memories you shared with her.
Tim
Stacey abs Carter Family. I am so sorry for your loss. You have my deepest sympathy. Praying for you and your family Tim Brentley
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