Billy Giles Carter

Billy Giles Carter was born on November 12, 1941, in Mineral Wells, Tx. He was raised by Lola Pilkington Carter and Giles Carter.

Billy (Bill or B.G.) Carter proudly served his country in the United States Army 1963-1966. He worked in the Oil Fields in Midland Texas, then later moved to El Paso to work for Southern/Union Pacific Railroad. One of his biggest loves was working 40 plus years at the Railroad. Running down the rails, with no fear in site!!! Didn’t matter if it was rain or sunshine, BG Carter would always make it shine!!! To all his railroad Family and Friends, We Love You and Thank You for being part of celebrating his life.

He spent many years working and served on the “EL PASO PEST CONTROL ASSOCIATION BOARD” and was a proud Owner of his own Pest Control Business “Carter Pest Control.” A Businessman at heart, killing bugs in site!!! Taking care of both his people and his clients. “Be Smarter Call BG Carter”!!! Best in the Business!!!

A man of many passions. He enjoyed beating the Casinos out of their money. Sharp as a whip, he could run any blackjack dealer off the table. He preached the golden rule, “Always split A-A’s and 8-8’s!!! A man of great knowledge! As he would always say, “if the money holds out, it will come back around.”

Living life to the fullest in El Paso, he created a legacy raising 3 successful men. He was a mentor, husband, friend and one-of-kind individual. His impact on the world was seen by everyone he met. He stood for integrity, honesty and strong moral values. His influence has reached a plethora of people old & young.

He was a man of strong beliefs and values. He never looked for a handout from anywhere but was ready to help anyone. Most of all he was a very loving and instrumental man in many people’s lives!!! Billy loved life; he had an uncanny ability to reach people in a deep positive way. There are countless stories about him always willing to help people in need, especially the underdog. He was known for giving children a Gold Shiny Dollar to put in their Piggie Banks anywhere and everywhere he was around them. He loved making children happy.

Married to the Love of his Life, Lydia Carter, he got to share his love with his sons, nieces, and nephews. Lydia and Bill built a life together. Not an ordinary life, but one filled with Love, Laughter, and Joy.

Billy is preceded in death by his parents, Giles Creed Carter and Lola Pilkington Carter. Survived by his wife Lydia Carter and his Sons Billy Royce Carter, Giles Lee Carter, Lolan Lyn Carter, David Ortega Jr and his wife Sandra Prieto Ortega, and Jimmy Jesse Ortega Sr.,Brother Royce Carter and wife Linn Carter, Half Sister Roxie Carter.

Grandchildren Lexus Krystine Carter, Aspen Rose Carter and Austin Giles Carter, Paxton Carter, Pierce Carter, Jade Bowlin and Mathew Bowlin, Christopher David Ortega and wife Rene Ortega, Devan Courtney Ortega, Jimmy Jesse Ortega Jr., Jesse David Ortega, Lyssa Marie Ortega, Renata and Emilio Ortega.

Great Grandchildren Liam Nery Morataya, Hayes Jacquin Morataya, Ezra Bowlin, Hunter Ortega, Azalea Ortega, Ella Ortega, and Alaney Grace Ortega.

Family and Friends are invited to visit Wednesday June 12, 2024 from 5 - 8 p.m. with a Vigil service beginning at 6 p.m. at FDA Evergreen Funeral Home East 12400 East Montana, El Paso, Texas 79938. Graveside Service with military honors will be held Thursday June 13, 2024 at 11 a.m. at Fort Bliss National Cemetery.