Dennis "Denny" Wayne Carter

Dennis “Denny” Carter, 73, Williamstown, KY, passed away Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at his residence. Born on November 28, 1952, in Covington, KY, he was the son of the late Harry Irvin and Rosie Christine Overbay Carter.

Denny enjoyed dancing at the Red Barn and at the former Goforth Elementary School in Falmouth; it was while he was dancing at Goforth that he met the lady who would eventually become his wife, the former Darlene Jenkins; she preceded him in death on March 13, 2020. By trade, Denny was an Auto Body mechanic; he was employed by Condor Auto Body in Williamstown. Having a great love for music, he enjoyed playing in local bands; he had a particular passion for playing the guitar but he will be long remembered for his fascination with tending to his racehorses and Barrel Racing, which he was involved in directly.

In addition to his wife, Darlene Carter, Denny was preceded in death by a brother, David Earl Carter. He is survived by two sons: Jamie Howell of Sanders, KY, Gregory Howell of Dry Ridge, KY; two daughters: Lavon Powell of Corinth, KY, Lisa (Turner) Land of Tulsa, OK; one sister, Debbie Carter Hancock of Walton, KY, along with numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren, as well as several nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be Monday, November 16, 2026, from 12:00 noon. till 2:00 p.m. at Stanley Funeral Homes – Williamstown; funeral services will follow at 2:00 with Bro. David Casey officiating. Interment will be in Corinth Cemetery.