James Edward Cater, better known as Jim, of Waldron, Arkansas went to be with his Lord and Savior, Tuesday, September 21, 2021, in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Jim was born April 30, 1952, to Vincent Edward and Anna Marie Cater in Manistee, Michigan.
Jim loved to spend time with his family and friends, loved to visit his neighbors, and was a man of faith that enjoyed reading his Bible. Jim and his dog Bella were best friends and went everywhere together. Jim’s world would light up when his great-nieces and nephews would come visit. His days were made brighter by their smiles, hugs, laughter and love.
Jim leaves behind to cherish his memory, two brothers; Richard (Trish) Cater of California, Leonard (Mary) Cater of Pennsylvania, two sisters; Mickey (Bruce) Harris of Waldron, Arkansas, Pam Vangerude of Magnolia, Texas, nieces and nephews; Dayna (Thomas) Mays, Jeffery (Ashley) Manning, Michael (Alina) Manning, Jerry (Tina) Robertson and Tommy Holloway, as well as great-nieces and great-nephews; Brayden, Cody, Logan, Kaylee, Paxton, Jasmine, Jayden, Franklin, Matthew, Garrett, Landyn, Effie, Hunter, Heaven, and Faith.
Jim was preceded in death by his mother and father; Vincent Edward and Anna Marie Cater, his twin brother Peter Cater, his brother Jeff Manning and one great-nephew Memphis Mays.
Jim’s memorial life celebration will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, September 25, 2021, at the Waldron Pentecostal Church of God Church with Rev. Konnor McKay officiating.
