Mrs. Sharon “Darlene” Carter, 64, of Jonesborough, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, January 10, 2021 at her residence.
Mrs. Carter was the daughter of the late Hobert Treadway & Jeanette Hodge Treadway. She was also preceded in death by a brother, Roger Dwayne Treadway. Darlene was born in Washington County on August 22, 1956.
She spent many years volunteering and employed with Girl Scouts of America and the last 25 years with Department of Children Services. She was a member of the Limestone Volunteer Fire Department and Kingsport Life Saving Crew.
Darlene was a longtime member of Cherokee Baptist Church.
She is survived by her husband of 24 years, Butch Carter; daughter, Terri Lynn Broyles Alley (Jason); son, Tony Ray Broyles, Jr.; grandson, Tyler Shelton; brother, Rick Treadway (Terri); aunt, Betty Treadway; father-in-law, Earl Wayne Carter (Ruth); brothers-in-law, Mike Brandon, Steve Pennell, John Carter; sister-in-law, Melissa Graham; special cousins, Marie Jackson, Gene & Faye Treadway, Catherine Treadway, Wayne & Sandy Treadway, Randy & Annie Treadway, Bruce Treadway, Shirley & Ronnie Tester, and Chris & Tammy Treadway; special friends, Tammy Street, Vickie & Warren Browder, Carolyn Thomas, Shelly Lane and the Broyles family, which have always been special to her.
Funeral services will be conducted 7:00 pm, Thursday, January 14, 2021 at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home with Pastor John H. Moore officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00-7:00 PM Thursday prior to the service.
Graveside services will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, January 15, 2021, at Cherokee Baptist Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Tony Ray Broyles, Jr., Tyler Shelton, Ben Broyles, Matthew Broyles, Bradley Phillips, Brent Metcalf, and Jason Alley. Honorary pallbearers will be Dean Martin, Gene Treadway, Warren Browder, Joe Royston and Class of 1974.
Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure. You are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure.
I miss her so much!
Sorry for your loss and prayers for the family. Darlene was a good woman and always helped me when I needed it. She is one of the reasons I liked working for DCS at the time.
01/14/2021
Jeanine Pruitt Carroll, David Carroll, and Schuyler Carroll
Darlene was a wonderful friend and will surely be missed. Prayers from our family to yours.
01/14/2021
Marsha Nidiffer
Darlene was such a special lady, you could always hear her laughter through the office. She always helped in any way she could and was always excited to have get togethers. She will be greatly missed by so many. I pray for your family during this time.
I loved Darlene. She was the sister I never had. Will always remember our yard sales and rod run antics at my moms in pigeon forge. My prayers and love go out to Her husband Butch, her children Terri Lynn and Tony Ray, and her precious grandson Tyler. She is dancing in heaven now.
Darlene was a good friend and a great employee. She always smiled and her laugh was refreshing and genuine. She loved her family very much. She will be greatly missed by her work family. It just won’t be the same without her. Praying for you all!
01/14/2021
Rebecca Taylor
Terri Lynn,Tony Ray,and family,im so sorry for your loss of your mother ,She was wonderful lady,my heart breaks for you all,Prayers for this sweet family, Love Becky,Brad, Justin,
01/14/2021
Teresa Broyles Sims
I am so very sorry for your loss. I went to Jonesborough and Crockett with Darlene. She was so sweet and kind. I know she will be missed by many. Prayers for peace and comfort for all of her family and close friends.
01/14/2021
Sandra Deakins Cooper
So sorry to hear of Darlene passing. May God give you strength and peace. She was my cousin and we graduated together.
To Butch, Terri Lynn, Tony Ray, and family,
I am so sorry to hear the sad news of Darlene's passing. I am still in shock and my heart is hurting. You have my very deepest sympathy. I worked with Darlene for 25 years with DCS. We worked directly together beginning in 1995 for 10 plus years and became extremely close. Darlene talked about you all so much and was so proud of her family. I want you to know how special Darlene was to me. Any time we saw each other, we always ended our conversation with "I love you" and a big hug! Darlene understood the stresses of working with DCS and she alleviated those overwhelming days with her energetic personality and her loving sincerity for people. I am so grateful for our friendship and I will always remember her beautiful smile and fun spirit. My thoughts and prayers with you all at this sad time.
Kathy Keen
My thoughts and prayers are with Darlene's family during this difficult time. Darlene was a wonderful person and my friend. It was my pleasure to know her and work with her for many years.
Scott Overbey
01/13/2021
Paul and Debbie Masters
Dear Family, We are so sorry for your loss. May God Bless You and give you strength for the days ahead. I was privileged to be a Treadway cousin with Darlene. Love and Prayers for the family
01/13/2021
Chris and Bernie Holland
Our prayers are with Darlene's family. May God uplift you with peace and strength as you say good-bye to Darlene's earthly body. She will be greatly missed by countless people. I always appreciated her smile and beautiful laugh. I would look forward to seeing her because she just had a way about her that could wipe away any stress you may be carrying with you. She was indeed a precious person and the world was a better place with her in it. I guess the Good Lord needed an extra flower for His loving garden. May she rest in peace and those who will most definitely miss her find a way to travel this journey without her here with peace as well. I can hear that laugh as I type this condolence to her loved ones. Sending love and prayers to each of you.
So sorry! Praying! Darlene will be greatly missed. She was so much fun to be around and supplied my mama with silly glasses to cheer her up after her stroke. Look forward to seeing her in Heaven!
01/13/2021
Sherry Carmichel
Darlene was such a wonderful person and special friend as well as a former co- worker at the Appalachian Girl Scout Council. She was a loving and giving person who loved life and people. We had kept in contact over the years and my life was blessed because of her presence. Many people will miss this dear lady. My deepest sympathy to the family.
01/13/2021
Roxanne Follensbee
My heart goes out to Tony and the rest of the family , I was blessed to work with Carter at sugar mountain and she was always like a bright ray of sunshine !! I will never forget her big smile or the twinkle she always had in her eye !! Truly an amazing woman that always made everyone feel good even on their bad days !! She will be missed dearly by so many people and as sure I stand I believe that her passing thru the gates of heaven will make the sun shine a little bit brighter then it ever has !! RIP Beautiful Angel !!
01/13/2021
Lucretia Sanders
I had the honor of working with Darlene for twenty-five years at the Department of Children’s Services. She was an exceptional employee who always went the extra mile for the employees. She was one of the cherished faces at DCS. She always treated everyone with dignity and respect. She was a precious friend as well as a co-worker. She will be truly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her. My heart felt sympathy to Butch, Terry Lynn and Tony Ray. Lucretia Sanders
01/13/2021
Pam and Doug Keeton
You welcomed our son Adam into your home many years ago and allowed Tony into our home, great memories were made at both our houses and we will be forever so grateful for your love, your precious smile, compassionate spirit and our wonderful memories with our 2 sons. We will miss you dearly, your family meant the world to you as you proudly spoke of each. You did such a great job teaching them by example how to work hard, take time for others and to love and depend on God. Much love and prayers to all the family.
01/13/2021
Pam and Doug Keeton
You welcomed our son Adam into your home many years ago and allowed Tony into our home, great memories were made at both our houses and we will be forever so grateful for your love, your precious smile, compassionate spirit and our wonderful memories with our 2 sons. We will miss you dearly, your family meant the world to you as you proudly spoke of each. You did such a great job teaching them by example how to work hard, take time for others and to love and depend on God. Much love and prayers to all the family.
Prayers to all the family. So sorry to hear this . Darlene was a good mother and friend. Thoughts and prayers for all. Especially to Terri Tyler and Tony Ray
