Mr. Jacob Carter Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Jacob Carter, 51, of Gurnee, IL departed this life on September 2, 2021, in Gurnee, IL at his residence. He was born on August 1, 1970, to Eugene and Rosezona Carter in Peoria. Jacob was a graduate of Peoria Central Highschool. He then worked for the Paradise Hotel in Maintenance. He moved to Gurnee, IL in 2017 to pursue a career with the Naval base. He enjoyed spending time with family, movies, concerts, amusement parks, and sporting events. Jacob’s favorite basketball team was the L.A. Lakers and the Chicago Bulls. His family will miss his loving and fun personality. Jacob leaves to cherish his precious memory: a loving mother: Rosezona (Johnnie) Johnson; two brothers: Couri Washington and Eugene Washington Jr.; three sisters: Latasha Washington, Angela Washington, and Terry (Kenneth) Richardson; and a host of family and friends who will miss him dearly. Jacob was preceded in death by his father: Eugene Carter; one brother: Hosea Carter; and Paternal and Maternal grandparents A Celebration of Life Service will be held Friday, September 17, 2021, at Sovereign Grace Missionary Baptist Church at 11:00 a.m. with visitation commencing one-hour prior at 10:00 a.m. Rev. Alvin Riley Sr., Pastor (Jacob’s best friend) will officiate and present the eulogy. Due to COVID -19 mandates masks are required. Acknowledgements and words of encouragement can be sent to T.W. Parks Colonial Chapel. Jacob will be laid to rest at Historic Springdale Cemetery.

Mr. Jacob Carter

August 1, 1970 - September 2, 2021