Alice Laverne Carter

Alice Laverne Carter, age 92, of Ball Ground, Georgia, passed away on Monday, March 9, 2026, at Milton Senior Living in Alpharetta, Georgia. Ms. Laverne was born on July 13, 1933, in Canton, Georgia, to the late Dillard “Doc” White and Wynelle White. A lifelong resident of Cherokee County, she dedicated 30 years of service as a lunchroom cook at Macedonia Elementary School, where she was known for her warm smile, kind spirit, and the care she showed to generations of students. Laverne was a woman of deep compassion and quiet strength. Throughout her life, she lovingly cared for many of her family members during times of illness. She was a devoted caregiver to her first husband, Brooke Greene, during his battle with cancer; to her twin sister, Marion Blanton; to her father, Doc White, who suffered from Parkinson’s disease; to her mother, Wynelle White; and to her cousin, Judy Strawn. Her life was a testament to selflessness, faith, and devotion to those she loved. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Brooke Greene; her second husband, Millard Carter; her step-daughter, Pam Gibbs; her twin sister, Marion Blanton; her sister, Shirley Bishop; and her brother, Melvin White. She is survived by her sons, Tony (Jan) Greene of Canton, Georgia, and Terry (Sheila) Greene of Ball Ground, Georgia; her grandchildren, Derek Greene, Jay Greene, and Amy (Justin) Howell; and her great-grandchildren, Brooke Howell, Laura Jean Howell, and Nolan Howell. She is also survived by her step-daughter, Beverly Carter; her step-daughter, Shelia (Dan) Burns; and her step son-in-law, Dwayne Gibbs. Additional survivors include her step-grandchildren, Danielle Gibbs, Ashley (Matt) Hughes, and Stephanie (Samuel) Rodriguez; and her step great-grandchildren, Ava Rodriguez and Dylan Rodriguez. She also leaves behind many extended family members and friends who will cherish her memory. Funeral services in honor and celebration of Ms. Laverne’s life will be held on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel of Darby Funeral Home with Rev. Terry Caylor and Rev. Kent Samples officiating. Interment will follow at Macedonia Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends for visitation on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m., and again on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. until the funeral hour. Ms. Laverne will be remembered for her loving heart, her unwavering devotion to family, and the countless acts of kindness she quietly carried out throughout her life. Her legacy of care and compassion will live on in all who knew and loved her. The caring staff of Darby Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Ms. Alice Laverne Carter. The Funeral Service will be live-streamed at: https://vimeo.com/event/5786887

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Alice Laverne Carter

July 13, 1933 - March 9, 2026