Clara Carter Obituary

Clara Mae Pope Cox Carter, 88, passed away peacefully on May 28, 2025, in Florence, South Carolina. A daughter of the late James and Mary Martin Pope, Clara was born on June 11, 1936, in the Pleasant Hill Community of Georgetown County, South Carolina. She lived a life rooted in faith, service, and devotion to her family and community. A proud graduate of high school, Clara furthered her education at Horry-Georgetown Technical College, where she earned a two-year degree and became a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). In addition, she was an ordained minister of the Pentecostal Holiness Church and served faithfully as a pastor's wife. Her ministry extended far beyond the pulpit; she was a servant of the Lord wherever she went. Clara found joy in the simple pleasures of life. She especially loved reading her Bible-a daily source of inspiration and guidance-and walking outdoors with her daughter-in-law. She also enjoyed many hours outdoors cultivating the flowers in her garden. Clara is survived by a son Rodney (Vanessa) Cox; granddaughters Courtney (Justin) Gibson and Mae (Michael) Manson; great-grandchildren Jack McCann Cox, Wes Gibson, Cory Anne Gibson, and Clark Manson; and a brother Larry Pope. In addition to her parents, Clara was pre-deceased by husbands Francis "Pud" Cox and Rev. John O. Carter; a son Brian Cox; and sisters Geraldine Joy and Marie Douglas. A graveside service, directed by Morris Funeral Home of Hemingway, will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 31, 2025 in the Garden of Devotion, 800 S. Georgetown Highway, Johnsonville, South Carolina, 29555.