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Rev. Eugene L . Carter, retired member of the Northern Illinois Conference, passed away Tuesday, October 31, 2023. During his ministry he served Elmhurst; Crete; Libertyville: First; Elgin: First; and Ingleside.
Rev. Carter was 94 years old.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 4, 2023, at 3 p.m. at Journey of Hope United Methodist Church, 37W040 Highland Avenue, Elgin, IL 60124. Visitation will be held at 2 p.m. at the church.
You may find his obituary here.
Messages of condolence can be sent to his family:
Mrs. Shirley Carter and Family
2724 W Reservoir Blvd., Apt. 619
Peoria, IL 61615
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions be made in memory of Rev. Carter to the charity or mission of your choice.
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