Clara Carter

Clara Carter, 96, Grand Forks, ND passed away Wednesday, October 30, 2024 in Valley Senior Living on Columbia.

 Clara Larson was born October 27, 1928 in Grand Forks, the daughter of Hans and Dorothy (Olson) Larson. She was raised in Grand Forks and Graduated from Central High School.

Clara married John Carter on May 1, 1947 at St. Michael's Catholic Church, Grand Forks. They lived in Grand Forks where they raised their family. Clara worked in several restaurants before going to work for the Grand Forks Park District for 30 years.

 Clara enjoyed reading, crossword puzzles, Bingo and casinos.

 Survivors include her children, Joann Carter, Iowa, Pam (Larry) VanWyk, Hudsonville, MI, Vicki Carter, Grand Forks, Mike (Connie) Carter, Big Fork, MN, and Theresa Carter, Grand Forks; 14 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; two great great grandchildren; sister, Phyllis (Don) Trump, Everett, WA.

 Clara is preceded in death by her husband, John; Grandson, Jeffrey Johnson; and siblings, Duane, Gladys, Julie, and Donna.

 Graveside services will be held privately.